Volunteer Bracken Bash: Help Glen Nevis' Forests Thrive

Volunteer Bracken Bash: Help Glen Nevis' Forests Thrive

Help remove bracken and allow native trees to thrive - join a rewarding day of hands-on conservation in the Highlands. No experience needed!

By Friends of Nevis

Date and time

Location

Lower Falls Car Park

Lower Falls Car Park Fort William PH33 6SY United Kingdom

About this event

  • Paid venue parking

Help safeguard our 12,000+ native trees in Glen Nevis by taking on one of nature’s most relentless species—bracken! Join us for a hands-on, rewarding day of conservation where you’ll clear space for young saplings to thrive, all while enjoying great company and stunning Highland scenery. No experience needed!

We’ll meet at Lower Falls Car Park at 10am, tools and gloves will be provided. The work will take place on steep, uneven terrain, a 30-minute walk from the road, so sturdy footwear and a good level of fitness are needed. Expect muddy fun in all weathers—waterproofs highly recommended! Bring lunch, snacks, plenty to drink, and don’t forget the midge net!

Parking at the site is limited, so we will meet at Lower Falls Car Park and may need to car share to further up the Glen.

Under 18s should be accompanied by an adult.

Frequently asked questions

Can I bring my dog?

Well behaved pooches are welcome to join - you must be able to keep them under control around other volunteers and livestock while volunteering.

Is this volunteer event suitable for children?

Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult and they must be able to spend the whole day outdoors, away from facilities. Their responsible guardian must be happy overseeing them using hand scythes (blades used for cutting bracken.)

Organised by

Friends of Nevis

We are Friends of Nevis, a community conservation charity based in Lochaber in the West Highlands of Scotland. Our aim is to look after and manage Ben Nevis and the surrounding area. As a natural and cultural environment attracting over 150,000 visitors every year, the Nevis area needs sensitive management to maintain and protect its unique landscapes, flora, fauna and wildlife. If, like us, you love Ben Nevis & Glen Nevis please support us as we work to protect and enhance one of the finest landscapes in the country.

Free
Aug 13 · 10:00 GMT+1