…equipment and merchandise be given to volunteer networks? Any additional SSRS equipment and merchandise has been given to the Red Squirrel Forum for South Scotland to distribute amongst the independent volunteer networks. For more details and to arrange use please contact the Forum. What will the next steps be for SSRS support in the south of Scotland, long-term? SSRS… […]
…primarily to assist with cross collaboration between the groups, and put groups in touch with one another to share skills, experiences, and advice. Examples include help with bank accounts, running of and materials for events and engagement activities, and assistance with fundraising. Please refer to the Forum ‘Offers and Needs’ chart in the first instance, available on the Hub Volunteer… […]
…and we don’t have the expertise or facilities to help. SSPCA are the best people to offer expert advice and will be able to collect the squirrel for veterinary attention and rehabilitation if deemed necessary. However, if you suspect a red squirrel may be suffering from squirrelpox (see FAQ above), please contact us in addition to informing SSPCA. Please send… […]
…Contractual This is where we have agreed to send you information in relation to contractual agreements such as when assisting with grant applications or trap loans. We respect your right to update the way we get in touch with you about our work at any time. b) To get to know you better Your personal data also helps us get… […]
…work would not be possible without the assistance of landowners, who are often extremely keen to get red squirrels returned to their land. Firstly, the proposed reintroduction area must be assessed for suitability of red squirrels, such as forest cover, species and connectivity. Stakeholders and the wider community are consulted as much as possible and are often involved in monitoring… […]
…will not need to be included. Please note that the listed address will need to be changed to: North East Team PO Box 18776 ABERDEEN AB25 9BJ Tayside Please complete the ‘Volunteer Hours’ and personal information sections of your Tetrad Data Sheet and post these using the pre-paid envelope provided. Collected stickies will not need to be included. If you… […]
…In her role she is assisting our Programme Manager to produce a Legacy Plan that aims to achieve the best possible outcome for red squirrels in Scotland by ensuring the long-term, stable delivery of grey squirrel control and monitoring following the current Transition Phase. Within this she is responsible for building a case to support our aims and objectives and… […]
…has chaired three region-wide online meetings with almost all the squirrel groups represented. At its inception, the Forum was seen as a vehicle for obtaining grant-funding at scale and for the good of all. This summer Peter spearheaded a successful application to the Red Squirrel Survival Trust to equip any group lacking them with a thermal imaging scope and up… […]
…squirrels – which account for around 75% of the total UK population. Red squirrels are a protected species, but for many years have experienced declines due to the invasive non-native grey squirrel introduced to Britain from North America in Victorian times. Grey squirrels out-compete reds for food and living space and have rapidly replaced native red squirrel populations across most… […]
…in Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels priority areas, subject to availability. There are a number of ways to get involved at different stages of the process. All our volunteers are provided with the support and training they need to participate. Live in the south of Scotland? You may be able to arrange a trap-loan directly via your local volunteer network. Visit… […]
