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Cotswold Boatmobility is a CIO dedicated to making boating accessible to people of all abilities, particularly those with mobility, mental health or learningchallenges. Based on the ...
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You will be helping us provide inclusive, accessible boating experiences for people of all abilities, especially those with mobility challenges.Detailed description
Are you passionate about helping people enjoy the great outdoors? Do you love being on the water and want to make a difference in your community? Cotswold Boatmobility is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team!
Who We Are:
Cotswold Boatmobility is a unique charity that offers everyone, regardless of ability, the chance to enjoy boating activities on the Stroudwater canal near Stonehouse. With our specially adapted boats, we provide accessible boating experiences to individuals with physical, mobility, and learning disabilities of all kinds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to experience the joy and freedom of being on the water.
As a volunteer, you'll be part of a friendly team, helping people of all abilities enjoy safe and accessible boating. Whether you're an experienced boater or completely new to it, we welcome your energy and enthusiasm.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Providing a warm welcome and ensuring a positive experience for all visitors
- Assisting our guests in and out of our specially adapted bosts
- Supporting participants during boating activities
- Helping prepare equipment for use and clear away afterwards
What You’ll Get:
- The chance to develop new skills in boating, disability support, and teamwork
- The opportunity to meet like-minded people and make a real difference
- A healthy dose of fresh air and fun!
Are you
- Friendly, patient, and keen to help others
- Comfortable working in an outdoor, water-based environment
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Willing to commit to a few hours a week?
If this is you, then please contact us via our website.
About Cotswold Boatmobility
Cotswold Boatmobility is a CIO dedicated to making boating accessible to people of all abilities, particularly those with mobility, mental health or learningchallenges. Based on the Stroudwater Canal near Stonehouse, we provide opportunities for everyone, regardless of physical limitations, to enjoy the peaceful experience of being on the water.
Our volunteers include, but are not exclusively, canoeists and boaters with a variety of backgrounds as members of the Inland Waterways Association, the Canal and River Trust, the Cotswold Canals Trust, the Cotswolds Canal Cruising Club and many other waterways interests.
In essence, Cotswold Boatmobility is all about breaking down barriers to enjoying time out on the water, creating inclusive experiences that are fun, and accessible to all. We have specially adapted boats and facilities that cater to people with disabilitiesof all kinds, enabling them to take part in an activity that might otherwise feel out of reach.
Where are we based and when do we go out?
We are based on the Stroudwater Canal at Ryeford (see map below for location, or search for Cotswold Boatmobility on Google maps.) We currently offer regular 2 hour long trips 3 times a week all through the year, as well as one-off trips for different groups particularly during the summer months.