Get Involved!
There are a number of ways you can get involved, one of the most important ways is to record the wildlife you see, and send in your records. You can do this a number of ways ranging from ad hoc recording to a dedicated long term monitoring scheme that requires monthly surveys. You don't have to be an expert as there is something for all levels of experience. You don’t just have to choose one way to get recording, it’s up to you how much you’d like to take part in. Take a look below at what you can do.
Start here if you are new to recording
If you are new to recording then this is the perfect way to get started. The Wildlife Counts! project is aimed at people with limited expertise or experience in the identification and recording of plants and animals who would like to learn more and would like to get involved. Here's how to get started
Send In Your Records for International Year of Forests!
So far we have received 260 records, so now is the time so send in your records of what you have seen over the last year. With so many packs downloaded we know there are many records to come our way and we look forward to receiving them all. We can’t wait to see what you have spotted! Send in your records!
Have you seen these fungi?
The British Mycological Society (BMS) has just launched a recording project to get all amateur field mycologists involved in data gathering, no matter the level of expertise. They are asking for sightings of six easily recognised common fungi. The aim is to gather data on the distribution, times of fruiting and ecological associations of common, easily identifiable fungi. Tell the BMS if you see them
Record your Local Wildlife
We love to find out what you have seen, whether it's an ancient tree, a bird, or a spider let us know. Here's how to tell us
Send us your Wildlife Photographs
Add to our gallery by sending us photos of the wildlife you have seen. Don't be shy, we'd love to see them! Send in your photos
Sign up to one of our Long Term Projects
We have number of long term monitoring schemes with commitment ranging from one survey a year to one a month! If enough sites are regularly monitored, we can begin to build up a picture of the changing face of Wiltshire.
Get involved in one of our schemes
Take part in a Short Term Project
We have a number of surveys that require none of the long term commitment of our monitoring schemes. They are one off surveys such as a pond survey, or a specific request such as letting us know when you see a road casualty.
Take part in a survey
Volunteer in the office
We are always looking out for volunteers to help us in the office, your help is invaluable to us. Tasks range from data entry, writing articles and digital mapping projects to a dedicated role of a Wildlife Information Volunteer. We provide as much tea and coffee as you can drink! We also reimburse travel expenses within Wiltshire.
If you are interested in helping out as a volunteer contact us on 01380 725670 or email us using the form below.
