VOLUNTEERS BRAVE FREEZING WEATHER TO CLEAN UP TOWPATH
A group of enthusiastic volunteers braved the freezing weather on Saturday 31 January to help clean up the towpath along the Glasgow Branch of the Forth & Clyde Canal.
Fortified by hot tea and refreshments donated by oriental food specialists, See Woo, the volunteers spent four hours clearing rubbish from over 1000m of towpath between Nolly Brig at Firhill Basin and British Waterways Scotland’s office on Applecross Street. A total of 20 bin bags were filled with general rubbish and four wheelie bins were filled with recyclables such as glass bottles and aluminium cans. The event was organised by The Waterways Trust Scotland. Steven Cole, Canal Community Liaison Officer, said: “It was great that people were prepared to give up their Saturday to help tidy up the canal, especially given the weather. The canal is a fantastic resource, not only for the people of Glasgow but also for the wildlife that make their home along the waterway. “I was amazed at the amount of rubbish that we managed to clear. Walkers and anglers that we spoke to on the day really appreciated our efforts. We now need to do more to get the message across that people should take their rubbish home with them instead of throwing it on the ground where it is a hazard for both people and wildlife.” Since 1999 The Waterways Trust Scotland has used waterways to enrich the lives of communities living along their length. The Trust’s vision is to see the UK waterway network supported, valued and enjoyed by everyone. Through projects such as this, the Trust is helping communities to become greener, healthier, safer, smarter and wealthier. To get involved in future events and volunteering days with The Waterways Trust Scotland contact Steven Cole on 0141 354 7557.
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