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SUMMARY:River Cray - Balsam Blitz!
DESCRIPTION:Join us to help us eradicate Himalayan Balsam from the River Cray (in North Cray) for now and the future! \nBook Here! \nThames21 have been laying the ground work to eradicate the invasive species Himalayan Balsam from the River Cray. Himalayan Balsam\, an invasive plant that damages our fragile river systems\, erodes the riverbanks\, outcompeting native plants and grows readily in wet condition. Sadly\, it has spread quite pervasively down many UK rivers like the Cray in Bexley. \nThis is a glorious leafy\, easy-paced wade in the river\, where you will see the Cray from a unique perspective. As we wade along\, we will be pulling up the balsam from its root ball and removing it. It is not a strenuous task as the root balls slide out very easily. \nThis wade is from North Cray (Water Lane) to Bexley Cricket Club and back. \nPlease specifiy your wader size at registration. We will supply all the equipment you need on the day. Also bring your own water and any personal food\, ideally in a small backpack. On reaching Bexley Cricket Club\, we will stop for refreshments; coffee\, tea and biscuits which Thames21 will supply. After a break\, we will wade back. \nThis event is open to everyone except small children due to the nature of the risks associated with wading down a river. Children over 10 should be always accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nIf you have any questions about this event or wish to know more\, please email the event leader Sam at samantha.dhedhi@Thames21.org.uk \nMeeting point: \nFree parking is on Water Lane\, near the White Cross Inn: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DtZh7NvbuGvpjyMy8 \nWhen you’ve parked\, walk further along Water Lane until you reach the river and you will see the Thames21 van. What3words location is ///zone.fonts.offer \nWhat to bring: Appropriate long sleeve clothing and trousers as we will be working around nettles and brambles. Please bring your own water. You may need a hat and sunscreen depending on the weather forecast. All other equipment will be provided. \nToilet facilities are available at Bexley Cricket Club. \nThis is an event designed for the community\, to engage the local public with the river and not for corporates. If you are interested in a bespoke corporate volunteer day. Please visit our website https://www.thames21.org.uk/get-involved-2/corporatevolunteer \nBook Here!
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/river-cray-balsam-blitz/
CATEGORIES:Experience,Invasive Species,River Cray,Vegetation Management,Volunteer
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