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Volunteering for 13 yo
Posted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 12:06 pm
by Yamin151
Hi
My 13 year old son is looking for volunteering opportunities, preferably animal related, but I'm wondering if there are restrictions on someone of his age officially volunteering.
He's phoned a few catteries who haven't been that helpful, I'd love to be able to encourage him with a bit more info.
Thanks
Re: Volunteering for 13 yo
Posted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 12:14 pm
by Guest55
Yes, we found that many places had a minimum age.
Our local Council has an area on the website where volunteering opportunities are listed.
Try here:
https://www.gov.uk/volunteering/find-vo ... placements" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Re: Volunteering for 13 yo
Posted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 12:16 pm
by Yamin151
thank you
Re: Volunteering for 13 yo
Posted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 12:27 pm
by Tinkers
Have you tried local riding schools/ stables. All the ones I know around us take from 10.
Re: Volunteering for 13 yo
Posted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 12:30 pm
by Yamin151
good idea, thanks!
Re: Volunteering for 13 yo
Posted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 12:34 pm
by quasimodo
A few more ideas.These are for the summer and for older children but may be applicable for a young teen and at other times of the year.
https://www.thebalance.com/summer-jobs- ... als-125564" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Re: Volunteering for 13 yo
Posted: Tue Sep 06, 2016 1:05 pm
by Reading Mum
the only animal related activity we could find for 13 yo DD's DofE was Cinnamon Trust but I had to accompany her on all dog walks. We tried all sorts and this was the best option as we didn't have enough free time to get involved at a stables.