Natalie Don MSP is backing a call for volunteers from a local farming project which educates around 10,000 people each year about animal care, welfare and husbandry.
The MSP for Renfrewshire North and West visited Lamont Farm Project on Barrhill Road, Erskine, where manager, Yvonne Elliot, gave a tour featuring the amazing sights and sounds of a variety of animals at the site.
The farm hosts larger animals including llamas, goats, horses, donkeys and ponies down to smaller furry creatures like rabbits, guinea pigs and ferrets. There are also plenty of birds and exotic reptiles to see too.
Natalie Don MSP said: "As part of my work getting out and about in the constituency, I was delighted to enjoy a lovely visit to Lamont Farm Project where I appreciated Yvonne for taking the time to show me around and introduce all the beautiful animals!
“It’s a fantastic wee place and a great day out for kids right here on our doorstep in Renfrewshire.
“Despite relying on only small grants, donations and contributions from individuals or groups via their animal sponsorship scheme to keep them going, Yvonne and the project’s dedicated volunteers do wonderful work on the land and looking after the animals.
“As someone with charity volunteering experience myself, I encourage anyone in Renfrewshire North and West with spare time on your hands to contact Yvonne and find out about the many volunteering roles currently being offered to see if you can play a part in helping the project thrive in the months ahead.”
Yvonne Elliot said: “We were pleased to welcome Natalie Don MSP and showcase the wide range of animals and activities we have available for visitors throughout the summer.
“As a charity depending entirely on generous donations and the great efforts our volunteers, we are always looking to benefit from fundraising opportunities and welcoming more people giving their time.
“Right now, we are especially keen to hear from people who can offer particular skills like joinery, animal husbandry, administration, poster design or fundraising.
“If you want to contribute towards rewarding teamwork on our project, increase your knowledge about animal welfare and meet new people, please don’t hesitate to contact us!”
For information about volunteering opportunities at Lamont Farm Project, call telephone: 0141 812 5335 or email: farm@lamontfarm.plus.com
Bookings are not needed to visit the farm and there is no charge to enter, although a small donation of £1.50 (adult) and £1 (child) is requested to help towards the care and welfare of the animals.
The farm is open between 10am-4pm on Saturdays to Thursdays, with visitors advised to arrive no later than 2.30pm.