News
Rivers and Lochs in the Classroom 2018
The ‘Rivers and Lochs in the Classroom’ project is a four year project which is being delivered to primary schools across the regions surrounding the Clyde Estuary by three Fishery Trusts/Foundations. The project is being delivered by Ayrshire Rivers Trust, the Clyde...
2 Vans for sale
Both Vans now sold subject to payment and collection. ART have decided to replace two vans with a single vehicle equipped with 6 seats. The new vehicle will arrive shortly and we therefore are selling our two older but trusty vans. Struan and I removed the stickers...
Biennial Report 2016/2017
We collected our latest biennial report from the printers this afternoon. This will shortly making its way to all our members along with our most up to date newsletter. To receive a free copy of our biennial report and newsletter sign up to become a member and have...
Review of the Environmental Impacts of Salmon Farming in Scotland Consultation Document
Here is a link to the REVIEW OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF SALMON FARMING IN SCOTLAND Executive Summary and Main Report (http://www.parliament.scot/…/20180125_SAMS_Review_of_Enviro…). It is a lengthy document at 174 pages long with responses required by the 8th...
Meet the new chairman, same as the old chairman…
On Tuesday last week our chairman William Stafford (Bill to the staff and trustees) stepped down from the chair of Ayrshire Rivers Trust which he had been since 2013. Bill joined us as trustee in 2011. Over the last six or so years Bill has been a huge support to...
2018 Conservation Measures
As we approach the start of Salmon Fishing season in Ayrshire, Scottish Government has not yet responded to their Consultation on Conservation Measures for 2018. This is leading to confusion over what Clubs should print on their ticket for the coming season (on rivers...
Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 – 15th Anniversary
Today marks the 15th Anniversary of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003. The act was a landmark piece of legislation for Scotland giving the public freedom to access and enjoy Scotland's natural heritage provided they do it in a responsible manner. Depending upon my...
Do you apply a flea treatment to your pet? If so read this…
Here's a link to an interesting article concerning animals recently treated with flea controlling chemicals. These treatments contain chemicals that have been found to be entering watercourses having harmful effects on fish as well as invertebrates. Of great concern...
Photo Gallery
River Map Prints
We have three fine art map prints available to buy.
