VOLUNTEER
JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY
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We’re delighted to welcome new volunteers who want to make a real difference to the health and future of the River Tees. Whether you're passionate about nature, curious about local conservation or simply looking to spend more time outdoors, there’s a place for you here.
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Our volunteer work spans a wide range of activities across the Tees catchment, from hands-on habitat restoration to wildlife monitoring and tackling invasive species. We do our best to match your interests, availability and location with a project and team that suits you.
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But don’t just take it from us - here’s what some of our volunteers have to say:
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“The Tees Rivers Trust is a fantastic organisation to volunteer for. They keep you informed about any projects you may have worked on and share more opportunities that you can get involved with.”
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“As well as being able to make a positive contribution to the environment, it has been lovely to meet new folks from across the Tees Valley area and to hear and share experiences.”
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“Volunteering for the Trust is all about turning back the clock to a time when the country had no invasive species. A tall order, but an inspirational target to push us volunteers on each year, to reclaim that bit of land, sea or river.”
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“All the TRT staff are fantastic—so knowledgeable and welcoming.”
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If you would like to get involved please fill out these forms and send to kennedy@teesriverstrust.org
Come as you are. Bring your curiosity, your energy, or simply your love of the river. We’ll provide the training, the tools and the teamwork.

Tees Volunteer Site
Already a registered volunteer with us?
Click the button below to access our dedicated Tees Volunteers Site, where you'll find everything you need — from training resources and risk assessments to volunteer newsletters and photo galleries. It’s your one-stop space for staying up to date and getting the most out of your time with us.

OUR ACTIVITIES
We have lots of opportunities to volunteer throughout the year, whether you are more interested in practical conservation or raising awareness about what we do, we have something for everyone!
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SPRING
Invasive Species Management
Habitat Improvements
Seed Sowing
Plug Planting
Oyster Monitoring
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SUMMER
Balsam Bashing
River Clean Ups
Giant Hogweed Spraying
Habitat Improvements
Seagrass Maintenance and Planting
Oyster Monitoring

AUTUMN
Native Bulb Planting
Tree Planting
Cutting Back
Flood Management
Invasive Species Mapping
Tool Servicing

WINTER
Cutting Back
Native Bulb Planting
Oyster Monitoring
Tree Planting
Knapsack Servicing