🌿 Three Chances to Help Protect Our Rivers This Week! 

We’re back out tackling Himalayan balsam, and we’d love you to join us!

Whether you’re a regular volunteer or it’s your first time, everyone is welcome. No experience is needed, and all equipment is provided.

📅 Upcoming Events

🌱 Thursday 6th August (Morning)
📍 Ardtrasna
🕤 Meet at ATU Sligo at 9:30am, or Jordan’s Bar Car Park at 10:00am.
Sign up @ – Ardtrasna Balsam Bash

🌱 Thursday 6th August (Evening)
📍 Rathcormac
🕡 Meet at ATU Sligo at 6:30pm.
Sign up @ – Rathcormac Balsam Bash

🌱 Sunday 9th August
📍 Diffreen River, near Glencar
🕤 Meet at ATU Sligo at 9:30am.
Sign up @ – Diffreen Balsam Bash

⚠️ Please note that the exact location for Sunday’s event may change depending on site conditions, so please register via Eventbrite to receive the latest updates.

👢 What to bring:
• Sturdy footwear or wellington boots
• Long sleeves and long trousers
• Clothing suitable for the weather
• Waterproofs if rain is forecast
• Sun cream, a hat and plenty of water if it’s warm

☕ As always, we’ll have hot and cold drinks and plenty of biscuits waiting for everyone!

🌧️ Weather Update
The forecast isn’t looking particularly kind this week, so please keep an eye on our Eventbrite pages and your emails for any updates, changes to meeting arrangements or, if necessary, cancellations.

Apologies in advance if plans have to change, but the safety of our volunteers always comes first.Every balsam plant removed helps our native wildlife thrive and protects our rivers from erosion. We’d love to see you there!