Hello and welcome to our new blog, your first port of call for everything green in West Glasgow!The BTCV West Glasgow Green Gym was successfully launched on the 24th of August 2009 and aims to improve people’s physical and mental health through taking part in conservation activities. The programme will run in twenty-week blocks, starting on Monday the 7th of September 2009. We aim to start with a wide-ranging group of volunteers from all backgrounds and ability levels and we hope to recruit many more! We will be working across the West Glasgow area, encompassing the Drumchapel, Yoker, Scotstoun and Whiteinch localities. Projects will range from primary school gardens and nature reserves to local greenspaces and community initiatives. Everyone is encouraged to work at their own pace and the team is led by fully-trained staff who are always willing to help. You don’t need any specialist equipment or previous experience, all volunteers are briefed on the task beforehand. We also provide refreshments for a well-deserved tea-break! The Green Gym is a great way to get out in the fresh air and meet new people. It’s all about taking pride in our communities and most of all, having fun!