The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales

Hear different speakers explore marine mammals, whale sharks and baleen whales in an hour-long series of talks led by a marine conservation team. Join in person at Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre, where tea and coffee are provided.

Explore polecat biology, ecology and conservation with Dr Dan Forman, including how these rarely seen predators survived persecution and are returning across parts of Wales and the borders. The illustrated talk also covers local distribution, habitat, diet and diseases.

Remove tree saplings from a wildflower meadow at Ystradfawr reserve during a hands-on conservation taster for beginners. Get stuck into practical site care, learn new skills and meet other volunteers outdoors; the work involves walking over uneven terrain.

Clear paths, tackle invasive species and help maintain wildlife sites through hands-on conservation work across the Valleys. Join practical outdoor sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, with tasks ranging from vegetation management to light construction.

Survey marine mammals from land or boat, check sightings data and help run rock-pooling events at a marine wildlife centre. Get full training from expert staff, meet people who share your interests and commit at least two hours a week on flexible days.

Meet monthly on Zoom and at least once face-to-face with a youth-led group taking action for marine wildlife and Wales’ seas. Try marine biology workshops, dolphin watching, rock pooling, beach cleans, creative sessions and community events.

Join weekly practical work parties on nature reserves around Bridgend, the Vale and Cardiff, improving habitats through hands-on conservation and land management. Tasks can include surveys, path clearance, fence work, boardwalk maintenance, coppicing and reedbed management.