Opportunity Details | Himalayan balsam removal around Balmaha
Registration for this event is currently full and a waitlist has been established. Please select another event or register to be added to the waitlist.| Opportunity Name:
Himalayan balsam removal around Balmaha |
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| Description:
Background to project and project objectives: Part of the ongoing Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) work throughout the National Park. The aim is to clear Himalayan Balsam from an area of the foreshore at Balmaha bay and other places close to Balmaha.
What would you like the volunteers to do? To hand pull the plant from areas cleared in previous years and new areas. The plants will be hung upside down to dry in situ.
Activity Level: Low
Protective Equipment required: Gloves Volunteers to bring: food and drink, waterproof gear and suitable footwear (it will be boggy in places) Specific knowledge or training required: N/A
Event Leaders contact for the day: Adam Samson (He/him) National Park Ranger Email: adam.samson@lochlomond-trossachs.org Direct: 01389 722 102 Mobile: 07740 073 283
Please let Adam know if you require transport from Balloch HQ, or if you are travelling to Balmaha (if travelling from the east of the National Park).
Please also let Adam know if you are happy to drive a vehicle from Balloch. |
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| Date/Time: | Tue, Jun 18, 2024 - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Spots Available: | Waitlist   |
| Meeting Location: | Meet at National park Headquarters, Carrochan Road, Balloch at 9 am if requiring transport. 9.30 am at Balmaha National Park Headquarters, Carrochan, Carrochan Road, Balloch. G83 8EG  View Map / Get Directions |
| Organizer: | Adam Samson adam.samson@lochlomond-trossachs.org 01389 722 102 / 07740 073 283 |
| Category: |
Practical Conservation / Biodiversity (Prac Cons Task) |
Registration for this event is currently full and a waitlist has been established. Please select another event or register to be added to the waitlist.