Join us to tackle invasive Himalayan Balsam on the banks of Birkin Brook with Birkin Fly Fishers.

To register for this event please sign up via this Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/673081554047 

We will be working along the banks of Birkin Brook, near Ashley Road, Ashley WA14 3QQ. Access is via a farm track. Enter the track adjacent to Ashley Bridge signposted to Birtles Farm. Parking is adjacent to the cattle grid 200m from roadway – park on right before grid, being careful not to block gate used by horse riders.

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Google maps location for parking: https://goo.gl/maps/vFtNs37YkMr3vAmt9

This work party will run from 10am until approx. 3:00pm, but you are welcome to join in for as little or as long as you want. Work will involve hand pulling of balsam plants and potentially "bashing" using hand tools to prevent it from going to seed and spreading further. Full training will be provided.

The session is outdoors so make sure you have waterproofs and sun protection as needed. Bring plenty of food and water to keep you going. Bring your own work gloves if you have them (we will have a small number available to borrow if you don't have your own). Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear, wellies or good boots are best. Long trousers and long sleeves are advised to protect your arms and legs, as balsam often grows alongside nettles and brambles!