ONE MORE DAY TO SIGN UP! We are excited at the response we have had to this registration, we are almost booked up but there are a few last minute spaces left. If you know someone who might be interested, it's not too late.
We will continue to take advance registrations at this website until 1pm on Tuesday 11th October.
IF YOU REGISTER, please return to this page and select which four classes you wish to attend. Then send your selection -- just the four alphabetical letters, no need to type out the class name -- to cmcc.michelle@btinternet.com. If you send it by 4pm we can honour your selections. Some classes will run twice, to give you a chance to attend as many as possible.
If you do not hear back from us to verify your selection, DON'T WORRY. We will be out all day on the 11th and won't have much computer time but we will check in, later in the day. It is possible you may need to select your classes at the registration desk. In that event, just show up and we will try to accomodate your choices.
Read on!
The Falkirk Invasive Species Forum (FISF) has been set up to help progress action to control invasive non-native species across the Falkirk Council area. Its members include interested community groups, landowners, businesses, environmental agencies, statutory bodies and Falkirk Council. Communities Along the Carron Association is working to regenerate the River Carron, including the Japanese Knotweed problem along its banks. These two groups have come together to sponsor FISF’s first FREE public education event to be held from 9.45am to 4.30pm at the Grangemouth Town Hall on Wednesday 12th October, entitled “Aliens Among Us! Invasive Species Awareness Training Day”. This event is being funded by Falkirk Environment Trust and Falkirk Council Development Services.
What’s It About? Free teaching seminars to educate those who deal with or may encounter invasive non-native species in the course of their work or daily activities in the Falkirk area, with a particular focus on the invasive species Japanese Knotweed. Who Can Attend? Professionals & volunteers from the construction industry, utilities, land management, community groups, university and agricultural college students, employees and managers from Falkirk Council services and the like. Basically anyone interested in learning more about invasives in our area. ALL ARE WELCOME!
What Topics Will We Cover? Japanese Knotweed, Himalayan Balsam, Giant Hogweed and other local INVASIVE SPECIES – identification, issues, treatment and the latest legislation on invasive species. What is your responsibility as a land owner, contractor, etc? Come Find Out! What Does the Day Include? Several classroom presentations, information stalls, refreshments, a free buffet lunch and great opportunities to network. Representatives from the industry will give presentations on case studies, experts from the private and gov't sectors will give classes on everything from species identification to treatment to "the law".
FREE EVENT! ALL WELCOME! FISF and CATCA are not for profit groups who are providing a public service by hosting this event with help from our funders. We just want to get the word out and give everyone a great opportunity to share knowledge on these issues!
CLASS SCHEDULE:
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Please arrive between 9.45 – 10.15 to receive your name tag. Also remember to print out your guestlisapp.com TICKET and bring that with you.
The Falkirk Council Chief Executive opens the day at 10.30. You will be able to browse/network the stalls before 10.30, during lunch (12.30-1.45) and at the end of the day (3.30-4.30).
Otherwise, please fill your day with these great classes!
Classes from 10.50-11.30am
A “Practical Considerations when Controlling Alien Invasive Species”
Audrey Morrison, Clackmannanshire & Stirling Environment Trust
Synopsis - A co-ordinated and strategic plan is essential when attempting to control or eradicate alien invasive species. This talk will provide an overview of the main considerations.
B “Herbicide Applications and SEPA”
Andy Hemingway, Scottish Environment Protection Agency
Synopsis - How to notify SEPA before using herbicides in or near water.
On site management of Japanese Knotweed
C “The South Esk – A Landscape-wide Approach to Invasive Weed Control”
Andrew Vaughan, UPM Tilhill
Synopsis – Using a case study example, guidance and lessons learnt will be offered based on a long term project controlling Japanese Knotweed, Giant Hogweed and Himalayan balsam on the South Esk, Angus.
Classes from 11.40-12.20am
D “Landfill Community Funding and Invasive Species – Planning your Project to Access LCF Funding”
Art Berg, Falkirk Environment Trust
Synopsis – This workshop hopes to move community applicants towards understanding what’s involved in developing an LCF project that controls or eradicates invasives.
E “Know Your Aliens! A Beginner’s Guide”
Anna Perks, Falkirk Council Biodiversity Officer
Synopsis - A beginner’s guide to alien identification, alien behaviour and how to combat alien invasions! Identification, where/why they are a problem and what you can/should do about them. Workshop, Q&A
F “Japanese Knotweed – The Myth Entangled”
Maxime Jay, Musketeers Group Ltd (Glasgow)
Synopsis - The presentation will provide information for the identification of Japanese Knotweed on site; the current legislation; the Land Remediation Relief; the myths of Japanese Knotweed and the pitfalls in the Knotweed industry; Provide a logical thought process to tackle the invasive weeds; consider the current SEPA/EA guidelines and highlight innovative and cost-effective techniques developed by Musketeers Group Ltd.
(LUNCH BREAK)
Classes from 1.50-2.30pm
G “The South Esk – A Landscape-wide Approach to Invasive Weed Control”
Andrew Vaughan, UPM Tilhill
Synopsis – Using a case study example, guidance and lessons learnt will be offered based on a long term project controlling Japanese Knotweed, Giant Hogweed and Himalayan balsam on the South Esk, Angus.
H “Japanese Knotweed – The Myth Entangled”
Maxime Jay, Musketeers Group Ltd
Synopsis - The presentation will provide information for the identification of Japanese Knotweed on site; the current legislation; the Land Remediation Relief; the myths of Japanese Knotweed and the pitfalls in the Knotweed industry; Provide a logical thought process to tackle the invasive weeds; consider the current SEPA/EA guidelines and highlight innovative and cost-effective techniques developed by Musketeers Group Ltd.
I “Practical Considerations when Controlling Alien Invasive Species”
Audrey Morrison, Clackmannanshire & Stirling Environment Trust
Synopsis - A co-ordinated and strategic plan is essential when attempting to control or eradicate alien invasive species. This talk will provide an overview of the main considerations.
Classes from 2.40-3.20pm
J “Landfill Community Funding and Invasive Species – Planning your Project to Access LCF Funding”
Art Berg, Falkirk Environment Trust
Synopsis – This workshop hopes to move community applicants towards understanding what’s involved in developing an LCF project that controls or eradicates invasives.
K “Know Your Aliens! A Beginner’s Guide”
Anna Perks, Falkirk Council Biodiversity Officer
Synopsis - A beginner’s guide to alien identification, alien behaviour and how to combat alien invasions! Identification, where/why they are a problem and what you can/should do about them. Workshop, Q&A
L SORRY THIS CLASS IS FILLED, PLEASE SELECT J OR K FOR THIS TIME SLOT: “Invasive Species in the Forth” Ben Tyser, River Forth Fisheries Trust (A Charity)
Synopsis – RFFT’s Biosecurity Plan – How it works: A sustainable framework to prevent, detect, control and eradicate invasive non-native species within the Forth Fisheries District through appropriate management, data collection, liaison, education and legislation.
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Event registration services
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For more information contact: C&M Community Consultants LLP for Falkirk Invasive Species Forum and Communities Along the Carron Association. cmcc.michelle@btinternet.com or call 07595695047 (leave a message, we will call you back). If we reach our maximum number of tickets, you will not be able to register at this site. In that event, if you find you have trouble registering, please email Michelle (see above) for help. There may be a waiting list we can put you on or a last minute cancellation,etc. TO SEE OUR FABULOUS DOWNLOADABLE POSTER GO TO www.catca.org.uk or www.cgiscotland.org.uk (Poster will appear after 12th September). Or email us and we will send you one by email attachment or in the post.
