THIS EVENT WAS POSTPONED DUE TO BAD WEATHER
The Tweed Estuary River Clean
Date and Time:
Sunday 7th April 2024, 12-4pm
Location:
Queen’s Gardens, Tweedmouth
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Activity:
Join Connecting Threads to paddle along the Tweed Estuary by canoe, cleaning the river as we go.
Aim:
The aim of this event is to clean the Tweed, creatively highlight the importance of tackling pollution, and celebrate this incredible river and what it means to us and the wildlife that calls it home.
As part of the Great Borders River Clean Connecting Threads are looking for keen river volunteers to help clean the Tweed as it makes it way to the sea. Outdoor instructor Ollie Jay will lead an expedition by canoe, helping us get to harder-to-reach places on the wide river estuary. Other groups will continue on foot, targeting the river bank. Artist Chloë Smith will lead a creative zine making workshop, helping participants to explore the wildlife of the river.
Lunch, litter picking equipment, canoes and PPE provided – but please do bring a picker and gloves if you already have some!
Canoe spaces are limited and must be booked in advance (see contact details below). Each canoe can hold two people and at least one person per boat must have previous experience and be a competent paddler. Buoyancy aids will be provided.
All volunteers must dress appropriately for the outdoors, and must wear sturdy, thick soled footwear. Canoeists should wear clothes they are happy with getting muddy and wet, and are recommended to bring a change of clothing. The river estuary is an unpredictable ecosystem and weather can change rapidly. Be prepared for anything!
Volunteer travel bursary available for those travelling from outside the Berwick area.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Canoe activity suitable for ages 10+ if accompanied by an experienced adult.
How to book
Please book in advance to let Connecting Threads know you are coming, register a canoe place, tell them any dietary requirements and let them know whether you require support with travel costs.
Please contact Jo, on: