CANCELLED Evening Volunteering Session: Himalayan balsam pulling near Crummock

19th July 2022

Cancelled due to weather warning 


When: Thursday 13th July, 5pm-8pm
Where: Near Crummock Water
What: Himalayan Balsam Pulling

Himalayan Balsam is an invasive, non-native plant that prevents native species from growing, chokes our waterways, and causes riverbank erosion. Join us to pull it up - no experience is necessary as we’ll show you what to do! Everyone is welcome - as long as you are happy bending down and pulling up plants! Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Please bring waterproofs, clothing suitable for the weather, sturdy footwear/wellies, drinks and gloves if you have them.

Tools will be provided.

No experience necessary.

Booking is essential, please contact Izzie on izzie@westcumbriariverstrust.org