Tubers embark down the river during the 2023 Sheepscot River Knotweed Float. (Photo courtesy Midcoast Conservancy)
Grab a tube and join the Sheepscot Knotweed Project for a float down the beautiful Sheepscot River in Alna beginning after 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 30. Floaters will get a wood turtle-eye view of the problematic knotweed growing along the river bank, and many native plant and wildlife sightings too. All are welcome.
In addition to just good community summer fun, there will be opportunities to ask questions about managing knotweed and informational handouts to help tackle knotweed for interested people.
Timing will depend on water level, so be prepared to spend 1.5-2.5 hours total on the river. Park at Head Tide Dam in Alna, across from Head Tide Church Road. Shuttles will be provided from the take out on Route 194 back to the parking at Head Tide Dam.
Arrive by 12:15 p.m. so everyone can get started at the same time. Participants are advised to bring their own tubes, sunscreen, snacks, water shoes/sneakers and goofy spirit.
For more information, email the Sheepscot Knotweed Project at sheepscotknotweedproject@gmail.com or go to bit.ly/4eroRHh.
