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The John Muir Trust is a leading voice for the UK's wild places. We are dedicated to the conservation, protection and restoration of the UK's wild places, for the benefit of all.
Founded in 1983, we ...
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Wild Space volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 29 Apr 2024
Station Road, Pitlochry, PH16 5AN, United Kingdom
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John Muir Trust
#79893
Scan me or visit www.bethechangepk.org.uk/o/John-Muir-Trust/activities/Wild-Space-volunteer/79893 to join
Scan me or visit www.bethechangepk.org.uk/o/John-Muir-Trust/activities/Wild-Space-volunteer/79893 to join
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Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to recruit new volunteers to help us inspire and connect people with wild places.Detailed description
The John Muir Trust is a conservation charity dedicated to the experience, protection and repair of wild places. Our Wild Space Visitor Centre is located in the centre of Pitlochry, in the heart of Highland Perthshire and was created to raise awareness of nature and the value of wildness.
Main Responsibilities
Key Duties
- Greet the public and answer their enquiries
- Assist staff in recruiting new members
- Merchandise and sell shop goods
- Chat to people about the work of John Muir Trust
Person Specification
Essential skills, knowledge, and aptitude
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Confident speaking to the public
- Knowledge of the outdoors is desirable
- Interest in wildlife/landscape conservation desirable
- Willingness to learn
What we will provide to volunteers
🤝 Extra supportAbout John Muir Trust
The John Muir Trust is a leading voice for the UK's wild places. We are dedicated to the conservation, protection and restoration of the UK's wild places, for the benefit of all.
Founded in 1983, we recently celebrated 40 years of caring for some of the finest wild places in the UK, including Ben Nevis, Schiehallion and Sandwood Bay.
What's the future for wild places? Why not come along to our visitor centre to find out! Located in the centre of Pitlochry, in the heart of Highland Perthshire, our visitor centre and gallery is an ideal stop-off if you're passing by on the A9.
The inside space is constructed from native windblown timber.
It features:
• Unique audio journeys whisk you to Sandwood Bay, Ben Nevis, Knoydart and Skye.
• Activities for kids
• The Alan Reece Gallery displays changing works from different artists throughout the year, currently you can enjoy a multimedia exhibition of artwork inspired by 'freedom for wild places' until the 25th May 2024.
• A selection of books, branded products and other merchandise for sale, now also including products from the 'John Muir Way'.
Founded in 1983, we recently celebrated 40 years of caring for some of the finest wild places in the UK, including Ben Nevis, Schiehallion and Sandwood Bay.
What's the future for wild places? Why not come along to our visitor centre to find out! Located in the centre of Pitlochry, in the heart of Highland Perthshire, our visitor centre and gallery is an ideal stop-off if you're passing by on the A9.
The inside space is constructed from native windblown timber.
It features:
• Unique audio journeys whisk you to Sandwood Bay, Ben Nevis, Knoydart and Skye.
• Activities for kids
• The Alan Reece Gallery displays changing works from different artists throughout the year, currently you can enjoy a multimedia exhibition of artwork inspired by 'freedom for wild places' until the 25th May 2024.
• A selection of books, branded products and other merchandise for sale, now also including products from the 'John Muir Way'.