Register as a young volunteer

Wildlife Watch is here for kids that can't get enough of exploring the great outdoors or those desperate to find out a bit more about the weird and wonderful creatures we share our world with. We run Wildlife Watch Groups in Barrow, Grange, Kendal, Carlisle and Cockermouth. The groups meet once a month and sessions are run by our trained volunteers. Find out more.

Join one of our 'kids only' conservation days. During the summer holidays we run practical volunteer sessions including drystone walling, tree planting, reserve maintenance for secondary school aged pupils to volunteer independantly alongside our reserve managers.

Want to get a flavour of what it's like to work in conservation? We run work experience days for teens to learn practical conservation skills, learn about wildlife and gain real life experience in the sector. Session vary depending on location and time of year.

We offer internships, placements and apprenticeships for students studying a relevant degree and for those who are wanting to start a career in conservation. You can find out more here.

County-wide we run practical conservation and surveying days. Over 16's are welcome to book and join us independantly. Under 16's are welcome to join if the task is appropriate and must be accompanied by a responsible adult, who can book on your behalf, aged 18 or over. 

If you are under the age of 16, you can join our Young Volunteer Days and Conservation Career Days independantly. Please ask a responsible adult over the age of 18 years to book for you and who'll receive communications on your behalf. They'll need to complete any relevant consent forms sent upon booking prior to the session. You are welcome to join any of our other Conservation Days too if accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the session. Scroll down to register.

If you are aged 16 or over, you can book and join our regular Conservation Days, Young Volunteer Days and Conservation Career Days independantly. We'll require a consent formed to be filled by a parent or guardian for any under 18's upon booking or for any volunteer activity you may get involved in.  Scroll down to register.