Grab your tube and join the Sheepscot Knotweed Project for a float down the beautiful Sheepscot River in Alna! We will enjoy the scenery while getting a fish-eye view of the problematic knotweed growing along the river bank. There will be opportunities to ask the organizers questions about managing knotweed and informational handouts to help you tackle knotweed on your property. There are two take out options this year so you can choose a shorter or longer float. Option one is about a mile, option two is about 1.5 miles. Timing will depend on water level so please prepare to spend 1.5-2.5 hours total. Bring your own tube and come to learn, float, and have fun!
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Sheepscot Knotweed Project at sheepscotknotweedproject@gmail.com. If you are interested in learning more about managing Knotweed, join our mailing list and keep your eyes out for a Knotweed Management Workshop at the end of the summer!
Details:
Parking: Park at Head Tide Dam in Alna (across from Head Tide Church Road). Overflow parking is available across the street, a parking attendant will direct you. Click here for a link to google maps.
Shuttle: Shuttles will be provided from the two take out locations on Rt 194 back to the parking at Head Tide Dam. Please arrive by 12:15pm so everyone can get started at the same time!
What to Bring:
-A TUBE! Tubes not provided
-Water shoes/sneakers: be prepared to walk some sections if the river is low!
-Bathing suit & towel
-Water & a snack
-Sunscreen
*NOTE this is a family friendly event so please refrain from enjoying libations until after the float :)