HOLBURY'S Venturers Search and Rescue, a teenage organisation dedicated to help people and animals in danger on land or sea, has vacancies for cadets aged 12-15.

The group is recognised by the Royal Yachting Association Training Unit and there is an opportunity to gain both powerboat and safety boat licences.

Training is in fast jet inflatable boats under the supervision of qualified instructors.

The organisation would probably be or interest to former Scouts or Duke of Edinburgh's Award holders.

In the New Forest, the Venturers provide first aid for field events using four-wheel drive ambulances and Land Rovers.

There is training in off-road driving and past activities have included trips to the USA and an expedition to the Sahara Desert.

Anyone interest in joining should contact 'Capt Tiffy' Pearce-Smith on 023 8089 1280.