Sparing time for nature

My husband and I recently volunteered as “toad patrollers” for the annual spring migration. We both work indoors, but love nature and try to make a difference. Our team rescued over 1,000 toads from crossing a very busy road.

Lots of people of all ages were taking an interest in what we were doing, and many were unaware of the decline of toads across the UK. It was an amazing experience and we are now committed to it every spring. I would encourage anyone who has a little time to do some voluntary work – it was wonderful to feel like we had helped our local wildlife and to see the toads safe.

Sheena Harvey replies: It’s great to hear from people like you and your husband who are actively doing something to help our native wildlife. From next month we hope to feature in every issue the stories of volunteers who are working for nature.