YOUNG people out of work can learn valuable skills in a free scheme by Surrey Wildlife Trust.
The Redhill Rangers project is for people aged 16 to 25 who are unemployed and live in the town or surrounding area.
The free scheme will teach them conservation management skills and give them the chance to work with SWT rangers on reserves such as Tilburstow Hill and Spynes Mere.
Training and protective gear will be provided as well as material on the ecology of the habitat and methods used to conserve the wildlife.
Community outreach officer Laura Ashfield said: "It's a rare chance to try something new and get a real feel for what it would be like to be a countryside ranger. It's also a great way of gaining work experience and an opportunity to try out a career path that many young people may not have tried before or even knew was an option."
Free transport to the sites will be provided as well as lunch and refreshments.
This course may be used to support young people undertaking vocational qualifications or A levels. Participants must be available and able to commit to every Thursday in November.
For more information contact 07967 575255 or e-mail laura.ashfield@surreywt.org.uk