Name: Himalayan Balsam Bash – Cloonagh
Start: 2026-08-14T14:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-08-14T17:30:00+01:00
Location: Atlantic Technological University Sligo

Himalayan Balsam Bash – Cloonagh

To encourage, support & collaborate in maintaining, protecting & improving the natural waterbodies of the Sligo Bay Catchment Area. We achieve this through active engagement with all stakeholders, including the public, associations, institutions, voluntary organisations, companies, local authorities, governmental agencies & public bodies. Our efforts aim to benefit the public & advance environmental protection.

Sligo Bay Catchment River Trust CLG

Join Sligo Bay Catchment Rivers Trust for another Himalayan balsam bash at Cloonagh.

Atlantic Technological University Sligo

We're heading back to Cloonagh to continue our work tackling Himalayan balsam.Our volunteers have already removed huge numbers of plants across the catchment this season, and we're continuing the push to prevent this invasive species from spreading and to give our native riverside plants a chance to recover.No previous experience is needed. We'll provide all equipment and a quick introduction before we get started.Meeting times:<ul><li>2:00pm – ATU Sligo Car Park (for anyone travelling together)</li><li>2:30pm – Jordan's Bar Car Park</li><li>Finish: Approximately 5:30pm</li></ul><h3>What to Bring</h3><ul><li>Sturdy footwear or wellington boots</li><li>Long trousers and long sleeves recommended</li><li>Clothing appropriate for the weather</li><li>Waterproofs if rain is forecast</li><li>Sun cream, a hat and plenty of drinking water if it's warm</li></ul>We'll have our usual supply of hot and cold drinks and plenty of biscuits for everyone.<h3>Weather Update</h3>Please keep an eye on the Eventbrite event page and your emails for any updates before the event. If weather conditions are particularly poor, we may need to change arrangements or cancel the session at short notice.We apologise in advance if plans have to change, but volunteer safety always comes first.

Himalayan Balsam Bash – Cloonagh

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