Volunteers invited to help tackle Himalayan balsam on Whiteadder Water
The Tweed Foundation and the Berwick and District Angling Association are inviting volunteers to take part in a series of Himalayan balsam pulling events to help protect the Whiteadder Water and restore native river habitats.
Himalayan balsam is an invasive non-native plant species that spreads rapidly along river corridors, outcompeting native vegetation and leaving riverbanks vulnerable to erosion during winter months when the plant dies back.
Supported through funding from Crown Estate Scotland, this year’s volunteer sessions include the following – Allanton Bridge on Wednesday, June 17 from 10am to 1pm; Hutton Bridge on Thursday, June 25 from 10am to 1pm; Bluestone Ford on Saturday, July 4 from 10am to 1pm.
Volunteers of all ages and experience levels are welcome to attend. The events are a practical way for people to get involved in protecting the river environment.
Full details and registration information can be found on the Tweed Foundation website or via its social media channels. For more information, email [email protected]