Friends of Fullarton is a a small charity concerned with the care and conservation of Fullarton Woods, for the benefit of nature and people.  We have been in operation since 2015, raising funds for improvements for facilities and tree & wildflower planting. 

 News

 

SPRING INTO NATURE WALK

We are delighted to confirm that our popular guided nature walk, led by Scottish Wildlife Trust and Friends of Fullarton will be held on Saturday 20th April 2024, 1pm-3.  It's free with the option of a small donation to our funds (suggested £2).  There should be plenty to see from nesting bird activity to early butterflies, woodland flora and squirrels & other small mammals.  Find out more here.

 

RECYCLING SATURDAY TROON

We at Friends of Fullarton are very grateful to the Recycling Saturday group, who collect items that would otherwise go to landfill and raise money for various charities and community groups.  Our funds have recently benefitted from the sale of used tech items, such as mobile phones and tablets.  This money will be used for the much-needed replacement of some of our old tools. 

The group produce a monthly list of the items they are collecting.  Their collection point is at Marr College car park, 10:30am - 11 on the 3rd Saturday of the month.  See their Facebook page for more details, or Troon Going Out magazine.

 

 

NEXT VOLUNTEER WORK SESSION

In our February session, we made a start with the laying of the wildlife hedge to encourage it to fill out with this summer's growth.  Our next volunteer session is scheduled for Sunday 31st March 2024, when we aim to complete this task.  New volunteers are always very welcome - no previous experience necessary and it's really good fun!  Check out our Get Involved page for more details about volunteering with us.

 

YOUNG ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEERS PROGRAMME for 2024

Our friends at South Ayrshire Ranger Service are running a monthly session for young people aged 13-18.  This is held on the same day as our own - the last Sunday of the month from 10am - 12.  This is a great opportunity for young people to learn basic bushcraft skills and find out more about nature, whether the aim is to gain experience for a future career in conservation work or to simply have some fun and exercise in the woodland.  It's free but booking is essential.  Contact the Ranger Service here.

 

CITIZEN SCIENTISTS WANTED!

We recently welcomed Alex from TCV Scotland, who led a very informative workshop on identifying wildlife and using apps to record sightings.  It is increasingly important to know the number and location of species of flora & fauna in light of climate change and loss of habitat.  We would encourage anyone interested in helping to record wildlife in Fullarton Woods to find out more and consider submitting records which, when confirmed, will form part of the National Biodiversity Index.