Citizen Forester Woodland Management at Kickety Brook, Manchester

The Details

Join us for a day of woodland management and become a Citizen Forester with City of Trees!

We are carrying out this work to maintain a healthy and sustainable woodland that supports local wildlife and the surrounding community.

All tools will be provided; please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work and sturdy footwear. Drop in for an hour or stay the whole day – you will be guided throughout the day so no prior experience is necessary. This activity is suitable for adults and older children.

The work we’ll be doing will involve using tools like loppers, secateurs, tree poppers, pruning saws and bow saws. We will be using these tools to thin areas of woodland, prune back trees, remove invasive species, and widen the paths. Litter pickers will also be provided. Training will be provided on the day.

Time & Location

• 10 am – 3 pm at Kickety Brook
• Meet towards the end of Bradley Lane, what3words: ///money.epic.people
• Working area will be around: ///traded.both.exchanges

If you have any issues finding the event on the day then please contact Tasha (07759 369217)or Katie (07759 369 220).

Parking/public transport

• There is limited parking along Bradley Lane. Please be mindful of leaving space for residents to use their driveways anf room for other cars to get past.
• Buses 245, 263, 734, 756, 757, 762, 778, 79
• The nearest tram stop is Sale, approx. a 30 min walk.

About the site

Kickety Brook is a Public Park located in the Mersey Valley. The area where we will be working has uneven ground, thick vegetation, and informal paths through the woodland. A portaloo will be available on site for volunteer use.