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Notice for Spring Survey volunteers

…regional guidance listed below for advice on remaining survey equipment. We are incredibly grateful for the hard work and dedication that went into this year’s Spring Survey, and we hope that we can offer more opportunities in the future that you will find equally rewarding. There are all sorts of other ways you can get involved in the project, and… […]

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Argaty Red Kites celebrate their other star species with a new red squirrel hide

…and wildlife. It’s also a reminder of just how important it is that we continue to protect red squirrels in the area from more grey squirrel arrivals in the future. The Woodland Hide will be available only by pre-booking. For more information, please visit the Argaty Red Kite project website www.argatyredkites.co.uk or telephone 01786 841373. The Project will also very… […]

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Building a Volunteer Network

insurance. For more information on building and growing your red squirrel network, please read our online guide . I f you live in one of ou r South Scotland priority areas and would like to get involved with an existing red squirrel group, please visit our Network Directory to find one near you.   Giuliana Sinclair Community Engagement Officer Area… […]

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Speakers FAQs

…a mp4 file. Full instructions are on the Microsoft website. If you are simply going to be talking to the camera then a smartphone will provide sufficient quality in most cases. Make sure your phone is in landscape mode and on a stand / propped up somewhere steady. An indoor location with soft furnishings will provide the best sound quality…. […]

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News: Get squirrel spotting during the Great Scottish Squirrel Survey next week!

…Chanin, Project Officer in South Scotland said: “Red Squirrel Week is great time to get outside for an autumnal walk. Engaging with nature in this way is very beneficial for people’s wellbeing and adding sightings of red and grey squirrels to our online map helps us to keep track of squirrel movements in Scotland.” During times of transition and uncertainty,… […]

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News: The Great Scottish Squirrel Survey returns in an important year for squirrel sightings

…to know more about how the situation has changed in the past year. Reporting a squirrel sighting is a simple thing anyone can do to help.” Grey squirrels were introduced to Scotland in Victorian times and have since replaced our native red squirrel in many parts of the country. They out-compete reds for food and living space and can also… […]

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All things invasive with the Scottish Invasive Species Initiative

…website or App).   Local students help tackle Himalayan Balsam on the River Conon     There are also lots of ways to get involved in Invasive Species Week or in our project at any time, you can join in with a hands-on volunteering session to remove invasive plants, adopt a mink raft, go on a guided walk or drop… […]

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This Year's Sightings