The Dorset Bat Group consists of a number of people from all walks of life who help the conservation of bats in Dorset in many ways. We are affiliated to the Bat Conservation Trust and the Dorset Wildlife Trust.
The group has an active volunteer section that carries out much of the practical work involved in monitoring bats and their habitats throughout Dorset. Much of this work involves roost visits on behalf of Natural England, although we also carry out rescues of injured and downed bats, as well as running a number of Bat Box schemes. We also carry out project work and participate in the National Bat Monitoring Programme.
Visiting a purpose built Bat Cave (Aug 2002)
Equally important are the number of members that are unable to actively participate, but help out in other ways. This ranges from manning the Bat group stand at local shows and country fairs, through to simply supporting the Group by being a member.
The group aims to host a number of bat talks and walks for the general public next year, throughout Dorset.
Check out the News and Events page for Events for dates and details