

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Wild Winter Conservation: Coppicing, Tool Use & Site Maintenance
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for a  free day of hands-on nature conservation for young people (16-25), at Centre of the Earth in Winson Green, Birmingham!About this EventWild Winter Conservation: Coppicing, Tool Use &amp; Site Maintenance (Youth Pathways)Join us at our secret urban oasis, Centre of the Earth, for our third Youth volunteering session– an inclusive, hands-on day designed to empower young people as co-designers of local, nature-based solutions in Birmingham and the Black Country.This session will explore practical conservation skills; introducing participants to hazel coppicing and accessible site maintenance, connecting traditional skills with wider conversations about equity, inclusion, and access to nature.You’ll learn how tool use, woodland management, and site maintenance can support both wildlife habitats and human wellbeing, ensuring that our green spaces are welcoming and accessible to everyone.These sessions are for everyone; from those who just love a nature walk to early career environmentalists. No experience needed — just curiosity, enthusiasm, and outdoor clothing you don’t mind getting muddy!Walking Boots/Wellies/Outdoor Shoes are neccessary!Youth PathwaysThese monthly volunteer sessions are a part of our new Youth Pathways Programme, an accessible and inclusive initative for aspiring conservationists, environmentalists and those with a passion for nature. The group will enable young people, especially those who are underrepresented in the sector, to gain more skills, confidence and experience to access their dream careers.Importantly these workshops have also been designed and will be led by some of our young staff members, who have first-hand experience in navigating the journey of early career nature conservation.What will we be doing?Participants will take part in a range of seasonal conservation activities, including:? Hazel CoppicingLearn traditional woodland management techniques and how coppicing supports biodiversity, habitat structure and sustainable land use.? Tool Use &amp; Best PracticeAn introduction to safe and effective use of conservation hand tools such as bow saws, loppers and billhooks.? Path &amp; Site MaintenanceHelp improve access and safety across the site by cutting back vegetation, clearing paths, and carrying out essential winter land management.? General Winter Site CareSupport the site through tasks such as habitat tidying, brash management, and preparing the land for spring.All activities will be guided by experienced staff, with tasks adapted so everyone can take part meaningfully.Why Take Part?Learn practical conservation skills in a safe, inclusive spaceContribute to local biodiversity and accessibility improvementsConnect with other young people passionate about the environmentBuild experience that could support your future career in conservation, with skill certificates endorsed by the University of Birmingham's BIFOR department.Explore environmental justice in actionImportant InfoThis event is free to attend!Basic Refreshments and Snacks will be provided. Please bring your own lunch!Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and footwear for walking/working in natural space (walking boots,wellies or equivalent).Please note that if you're aged 16 or 17, you will need written permission from your parent/guardian to attend. You will be contacted with a form once you provide your age at the booking stage. This event is not suitable for those under 16.Register now to secure your place – spaces are limited.Be part of the first step in reimagining what urban conservation looks like.Agenda?: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AMArrivalInfo: Grab a hot drink, meet the team, and settle in for the day. We’ll do quick introductions, go over health &amp; safety, and share what to expect.?: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AMIntroduction to Tool Use and Coppicing: What best practice look like?Host: BBCWT StaffInfo: Learn how to use conservation hand tools safely and effectively. We’ll introduce key tools like bow saws, loppers, and billhooks, followed by a short walk to identify hazel trees and understand their role in woodland ecosystems.?: 10:45 AM - 12:15 PMPractical Session 1: Coppicing &amp; Site ManagementHost: BBCWT StaffInfo: Group 1- Coppicing: Get hands-on experience with traditional woodland management. Learn the technique of hazel coppicing — cutting stems to encourage regrowth, creating varied habitats for wildlife.
Group 2- Site Management &amp; Physical Access: Help make nature more accessible by clearing overgrown paths, cutting back vegetation, and assessing barriers to access.?: 12:15 PM - 12:35 PMLunch &amp; ChatInfo: Enjoy your lunch, take a break and chat with other young people about nature, conservation, and accessibility.  (Lunch NOT provided)?: 12:35 PM - 01:55 PMPractical Session 2: Coppicing &amp; Site MaintenanceHost: BBCWT StaffInfo: Group 1- Site Maintenance &amp; Physical Access: Switch tasks — work on improving the accessibility of walking routes by cutting back vegetation, clearing hazards, and thinking about who benefits from open, safe paths.
Group 2- Coppicing: Continue coppicing work — learn how to select, cut, and store material safely, and how coppiced wood supports both people and biodiversity.?: 01:55 PM - 02:00 PMCertificates &amp; ReflectionsInfo: Gather together for a short reflection on what you’ve learned, how your work supports urban conservation, and receive your skills certificate.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/birmingham/wild-winter-conservation-coppicing-tool-use-and-site-maintenance/100001982542554148
- **Event Categories**: art, workshops, health-wellness, volunteering
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fwild-winter-conservation-coppicing-tool-use-site-maintenance-tickets-1982542554148
- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Birmingham
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street
- **lat**: 52.4907234
- **long**: -1.9348598999999922
- **full address**: Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street,  B18 7EP, Birmingham, United Kingdom

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 10
- **organizer**: The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country (https://allevents.in/org/the-wildlife-trust-for-birmingham-and-the-black-country/23548982)

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: banner
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/a693c8e22814a00400d99576054400b93738a1f57a9a97c4e57cfffa96671c0b-rimg-w1200-h900-dc494745-gmir.jpg?v=1771137088
- **Alt text**: thumbnail
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/50c8f7afc4beb79fb81a837f9dfc745c2c09145e6d63a54a6319da8a3133e123-rimg-w400-h400-dc494646-gmir.jpg?v=1771137088

## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street,  B18 7EP, Birmingham, United Kingdom
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 GBP
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, workshops, health-wellness, volunteering
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Wild Winter Conservation: Coppicing, Tool Use & Site Maintenance ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

## Structured Data (JSON-LD)

```json
[
    {
        "@context": "https://schema.org",
        "@type": "Event",
        "name": "Wild Winter Conservation: Coppicing, Tool Use &amp; Site Maintenance",
        "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/a693c8e22814a00400d99576054400b93738a1f57a9a97c4e57cfffa96671c0b-rimg-w1200-h900-dc494745-gmir.jpg?v=1771137088",
        "startDate": "2026-02-28",
        "endDate": "2026-02-28",
        "url": "https://allevents.in/birmingham/wild-winter-conservation-coppicing-tool-use-and-site-maintenance/100001982542554148",
        "location": {
            "@type": "Place",
            "name": "Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street",
            "address": {
                "@type": "PostalAddress",
                "streetAddress": " B18 7EP",
                "postalCode": " B18 7EP",
                "addressLocality": "Birmingham",
                "addressRegion": "EN",
                "addressCountry": "GB"
            },
            "geo": {
                "@type": "GeoCoordinates",
                "latitude": "52.4907234",
                "longitude": "-1.9348598999999922"
            }
        },
        "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode",
        "description": "Join us for a  free day of hands-on nature conservation for young people (16-25), at Centre of the Earth in Winson Green, Birmingham!",
        "offers": [
            {
                "@type": "AggregateOffer",
                "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock",
                "priceCurrency": "GBP",
                "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-22",
                "availabilityEnds": "2026-02-28",
                "validFrom": "2026-03-22",
                "lowPrice": "0.00",
                "highPrice": "0.00",
                "price": "0.00",
                "url": "https://allevents.in/birmingham/wild-winter-conservation-coppicing-tool-use-and-site-maintenance/100001982542554148"
            },
            {
                "@type": "Offer",
                "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock",
                "priceCurrency": "GBP",
                "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-22",
                "availabilityEnds": "",
                "validFrom": "2026-03-22",
                "url": "https://allevents.in/birmingham/wild-winter-conservation-coppicing-tool-use-and-site-maintenance/100001982542554148",
                "price": 0,
                "name": "General Admission"
            }
        ],
        "organizer": [
            {
                "@type": "Organization",
                "name": "The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country",
                "url": "https://allevents.in/org/the-wildlife-trust-for-birmingham-and-the-black-country/23548982",
                "description": "The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country is one of 46 local trusts working to make the United Kingdom a better place for people and wildlife.With more than 800,000 members, the Wildlife Trusts are the largest UK voluntary organisation dedicated to conserving the full range of the UK’s habitats and species, whether they be in the countryside, in cities or at sea. Collectively we manage over 2,300 nature reserves covering more than 90,000 hectares.Locally The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country works to conserve biodiversity, improve the environment and raise awareness and understanding of wildlife issues. We have over 7,500membersand have projects, nature reserves and environment centres across the area."
            }
        ]
    }
]
```