Island Invasion
Following an interesting call from a member of the Arran Community Council, I’ve arranged to attend a meeting on the 29th of this month to talk about Japanese Knotweed and its control. The community is increasingly concerned about the spread of this invasive...Invasive Species Seminars
Yesterday, ART delivered two seminar events to East Ayrshire Council. Commencing at 8.30am in the Lesser Town Hall, Cumnock, East Ayrshire staff were given an insight into managing Non Native Invasive Weeds and Biosecurity. Chris Horril from RAFTs was on hand to talk...Ponesk Burn Update
Look back to the Blog Post of the 25th August and compare the photos taken then to those in this post (taken yesterday). The Ponesk Burn near Muirkirk was moved to allow Scottish Coal to extract reserves from below the previously modified channel. Great efforts have...Fishermans Supper Fri 18th Nov 2011, 7 for 7.30pm
As you may be aware we hold an Annual Fisherman’s Supper at the Kylestrome Hotel in Ayr. This year’s Supper will be a celebration of our 10th anniversary as a Trust, and we would be delighted if you could come along and join us on this special evening. Tickets are £25...River Doon Fisherman’s map
The long awaited River Doon Fisherman’s map will soon be available. Harriet Ellis, a fantastic local artist, produced the map in consultation with Carlos van Heddegem and trust staff. The quality of the drawings and the level of detail required to fit in all...Is it a grilse or a salmon?
It is easy to check if the fish you have just landed is a grilse or a salmon by reading scales taken from the fish. Thats okay if your have access to the right equipment and have the experience required to “read scales”, but if you don’t then the...Vacancy: Senior Biologist Ayrshire Rivers Trust
Ayrshire Rivers Trust seek applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Senior Biologist. Application form, job description and job specification can be downloaded here. The closing date for applications is Monday 24th October 2011. It is intended...Photo Gallery
River Map Prints
We have three fine art map prints available to buy.
