Explore the botany side of our citizen science Ecology programme!
Friday 30th August, 10:30 – 12:30, Free Event
Weather depending, we will be getting up close and personal with the plants on one of our diverse survey sites, from brownfield to woodland. With your help we will be establishing a baseline of species on site, and hopefully show the diversity of plant life in our urban spaces.
What the volunteering will involve:
- Learning the basics of plant identification
- Using iNaturalist to record findings and feed into national monitoring schemes
- Experience in using keys and ID books
- Exploring the plant life across various habitats on site
- Learning from our Biodiversity Officers
- All necessary equipment and any required PPE.
You’ll be a good fit if you have:
- An interest in botany/biodiversity/ecology and connecting with your local environment.
- Enthusiasm for the project & the objectives of Cody Dock.
What you’ll need:
- Sturdy footwear (boots/solid trainers)
- Weather appropriate clothing
- Refillable water bottle
- Meet at the community boat The River Princess at 10.30 am
No experience necessary, all are welcome, let’s botanise!
How to get to Cody Dock
- Cody Dock is a 6 minute walk from Star Lane DLR Station. The DLR is a fully accessible public transport network with step-free access into all stations. Use the Stephenson Street exit from Star Lane station (the exit to the left) when departing from the platform.
- Cody Dock is a 4 minute walk to the 323 bus stops (South Crescent Business Centre (Stop H) and North Crescent Business Centre (Stop J).
- Parking reserved for those with special access needs: On-site parking available upon request in advance. Please contact the event manager in advance.
Please be advised that street parking Monday – Saturday 8 am – 6.30 pm is paid by phone with a max stay of 4 hours.