Come help us remove litter from the River Leam, for the benefit of the wildlife and the local people. The fish and ducks will thank you!We will be joining Leam Boat Centre to help clean up the River Leam.
Date: Saturday 21 March
Location: Leam Boat Centre, Mill Rd, Leamington Spa, CV31 1BE
5-10 minute walk from All Saint’s Parish Church, Leamington
You can take the U1 or 11 bus to Leamington from campus. Bus fares will be reimbursed by Warwick Volunteers https://warwick.ac.uk/about/volunteers/resources/expenses/
Time: 10.20am -12.30pm
What’s involved
Volunteer will canoe along the river led by an instructor from Leam Boat Centre. We will be collecting litter from along the banks. It’s a fun, active way to help protect local nature and improve the River Leam.
No experience needed
- Canoes, paddles, and safety equipment provided
- Full safety briefing given
What to bring
- Clothes you don’t mind getting splashed and spare clothes to change into afterwards.
- Weather-appropriate layers
- A reusable water bottle
All volunteers need to read the risk assessment before attending the session:
https://warwick.ac.uk/about/volunteers/resources/risk_assessments/risk-assessment-river-clean-up.pdf
We encourage you to get in touch if you have any specific access requirements, or need more information about the content and delivery method of a specific volunteering opportunity. If you have any requests related to a disability, please email volunteers@warwick.ac.uk giving at least two working days’ notice if possible.