Volunteering with ARC

PLEASE NOTE: Some habitat conservation tasks are now going ahead, where we are able to adapt the number of participants and working practices to ensure appropriate safety. ARC volunteer surveyors may undertake their survey, providing that they feel safe to do so safely and comply with national government advice and any local restrictions.

You can help amphibians and reptiles in the UK!

ARC owns and manages over 80 reserves across the country. Volunteering is a fantastic way to meet like-minded people, get out and about in the great outdoors and get some exercise - all whilst knowing you're doing something invaluable for local wildlife.

There are a number of opportunities to volunteer for Amphibian and Reptile Conservation, on our nature reserves and through our regional projects and field teams. Find out more via the links below. Task and survey coordinators are contacting volunteers to provide more information about specific activities.

If you have any questions please take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions below and contact one of our friendly volunteer co-ordinators to find out about upcoming tasks:

DORSET education and events: Owain Masters
t: 01202 727 994
m: 07388 948 442
e: [email protected]

DORSET : Richard Sharp
t: 01202 727 983
m: 07810 770 565
e: [email protected]
Join our Facebook group for information about upcoming tasks

NORTH WALES : Mandy Cartwright
m: 07810 184 508
e: [email protected]

SEFTON COAST : Gems in the Dunes Team
t: 01704 571 575
e: [email protected]
Join our Facebook group for information about upcoming tasks

SURREY : Bryony Davison
t: 01428 681 059
m: 07388 948 868
e: [email protected]

Please complete the ARC Volunteer Registration Form

If you come along to one of our practical conservation tasks please wear suitable outdoor clothing and footwear (e.g. sturdy boots/waterproofs) and bring a packed lunch. We will provide tools, personal protection equipment (PPE) and refreshments.

Check out our events pages for details of upcoming tasks around the UK.

Download ARC's Volunteer Charter

Latest

Heath Week

Heath Week is a national celebration of one of the world's rarest and most fascinating habitats; dry lowland heath. ARC are running a number of events across Heath Week (24/07/2021 - 31/07/2021) to celebrate the wildlife that lives on the heathlands in Devon, Dorset, Hampshire and Surrey, especially our wonderful native reptiles
Snakes in the Heather Celebration Event

Come and join us for an evening all about ARC's flagship project, Snakes in the Heather. Hear from the staff and volunteers involved in conservation of the UK's rarest reptile, the smooth snake, and the internationally important heathland habitat on which it depends.
Snakes in the Heather – New video lesson series and exciting dates for your diary!

Education Officer, Owain shares details of our now compete series of reptile video lessons for primary school children and some not to be missed events coming up this summer.
Helping hand for Hurtwood sand lizards

ARC staff and volunteers release juvenile sand lizards at Hurtwood in Surrey, as part of ARC’s ongoing captive breeding and reintroduction program