WILD Ground has launched two new conservation and community initiatives across North East Wales.
Running from spring 2026 to 2028, these projects aim to enhance wildlife habitats and promote community wellbeing, while making conservation volunteering more accessible.
The initiatives will be rolled out across Wild Ground’s nature reserves in Wrexham, Flintshire, and Denbighshire.
These reserves, which are home to species such as great crested newts, badgers, and bats, are situated within or near residential areas, allowing communities to learn about and appreciate the local wildlife.
The Conservation and Communities Project, supported by the Moondance Foundation, will focus on enhancing habitats, developing local skills, and deepening people’s connection with nature.
The project will offer weekly volunteering sessions across the three counties, community nature connection events, and curriculum-linked education sessions for primary schools.
These activities aim to educate children and adults about protected species and the significance of high-quality natural environments.
They also highlight how local conservation efforts contribute to tackling broader climate challenges.
Wild Ground is also introducing a new Supported Volunteering Project.
Funded by the Volunteering Wales Grant scheme, this initiative aims to make conservation volunteering more accessible for individuals who may need additional support to get involved.
This includes those who are neurodivergent or face challenges such as anxiety, depression, low confidence, or social isolation.
Participants will receive tailored one-to-one support to help them transition from initial induction to fully participating in group volunteering sessions across Wild Ground’s reserves.
Volunteers will have the chance to engage in a variety of conservation activities, such as managing woodlands and wetlands, creating habitats and homes for wildlife, participating in wildlife surveys, and helping maintain green spaces for community enjoyment.
These sessions are designed to build confidence, support social connection, and help volunteers achieve personal goals through meaningful involvement in nature conservation.
Together, these two projects represent a major investment in the natural environment and the wellbeing of communities across North East Wales.
Wild Ground aims to create long-lasting benefits for both people and wildlife by improving habitats, creating new opportunities to connect with nature, and removing barriers to participation.
To get involved, visit Wild Ground's website or contact them at 01978 757524.
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