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Topic ID 4208
23/02/2009 by Arty
River Rubbish
Had a lovely stroll along the river on the Meads on Saturday with Arty Dog but was saddened to see all the debris caught up in the overhanging trees. I assume it's all from the floods and rain of a few weeks ago.
I presume the Waterways Board or the Enviromental Agency have responsibility, but would it be possible for the local canoe club or sea cadets to be galvanised into action? I guess there must be a danger to wildlife so it's probably important to clear. Anyone got any contacts or influence here?
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Reply ID 61037
23/02/2009 by ridley
A few months ago I tried to get the forum members to volunteer to pick up litter. Just in a small way for a hundred or so yards along their street or along the river, maybe 10 minutes a week. Although individually the effort was small I thought collectively it would make a great difference. I think (the thread's archived) I had ONE positive response (sorry can't remember who but he/she was going to do a bit of the river). So good luck - you'll need it - its always someone else's resposibilty!
Reply ID 61043
23/02/2009 by Sister
We also did that walk on Sunday and we could not belive the mess....all caused by lazy people not getting rid of their rubbish properly. It really is an eyesore!
Reply ID 61046
23/02/2009 by nora batty
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Originally posted by ridley
A few months ago I tried to get the forum members to volunteer to pick up litter. Just in a small way for a hundred or so yards along their street or along the river, maybe 10 minutes a week. Although individually the effort was small I thought collectively it would make a great difference. I think (the thread's archived) I had ONE positive response (sorry can't remember who but he/she was going to do a bit of the river). So good luck - you'll need it - its always someone else's resposibilty!
I didn't see your original appeal Ridley, but whenever I am out walking I always pick up some rubbish as a matter of course. I am not alone in doing this, so think how bad it would be without us silent litter-pickers.
Reply ID 61054
23/02/2009 by Arty
quote:
Originally posted by ridley
A few months ago I tried to get the forum members to volunteer to pick up litter. Just in a small way for a hundred or so yards along their street or along the river, maybe 10 minutes a week. Although individually the effort was small I thought collectively it would make a great difference. I think (the thread's archived) I had ONE positive response (sorry can't remember who but he/she was going to do a bit of the river). So good luck - you'll need it - its always someone else's resposibilty!
Most of the litter is on the opposite river banks hanging from branches - hence my suggestion about canoes and boats...
Reply ID 61064
24/02/2009 by ridley
Nice one Norah I know there a quite a few people who care - I'd like to think we're in the majority against the cynics!
Reply ID 61168
26/02/2009 by manaton
I would be happy to help clear up the rivers, plus it is a good way to meet local people. Who wants to try and organise it again?
Reply ID 61182
27/02/2009 by hearts
quote:
Originally posted by manaton
I would be happy to help clear up the rivers, plus it is a good way to meet local people. Who wants to try and organise it again?
I would be happy to help too!
Reply ID 61183
27/02/2009 by publandlord
I'd be happy to get involved - I'll talk to a neighbour who likes to keep the rivers clear and a friend customer who has a narrow boat - nice bit of weather, couple of cold beers slow river trip with rubbish grabbers - sound good anyone ?
Reply ID 61187
28/02/2009 by manaton
Sounds perfect!
Reply ID 61190
28/02/2009 by furrybunny
form a orderly queue...............me first
Reply ID 61194
28/02/2009 by jjr
PM me and i'll definately lend a hand, sounds like a good day out followed by a few beers [:D] [:D]
Reply ID 61216
02/03/2009 by Sargasso
Please keep us posted through here when you plan to do this. I'll turn up and lend a hand.
Reply ID 61482
10/03/2009 by manaton
any developments with this???
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