THE SESSIONS to get rid of the Himalayan Balsam from Cofton Park will continue tomorrow (Saturday, June 27) and next Saturday (July 4).
People who want to volunteer are being urged to go along to the sessions organised by the Lickey Hills Society.
Tomorrow and next Saturday, anyone wanting to take part should meet near the entrance to Cofton Nursery at 10am.
Each session lasts around two hours but people can head off when they want.
The current extreme heat is set to have passed by Saturday, although it will be warm.
A Lickey Hills Society spokesperson said: “Current forecast indicates temperatures of 24°C to 26°C on Saturday morning – with some breeze – so please be prepared.”
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Last Saturday, volunteers found a forest of balsam waiting to be removed.
The society spokesperson added: “When there is so much balsam in one area, a large area can be cleared relatively quickly.
“And at the end of a session, it is quite rewarding to see how much work has been done.”
Participants should wear gloves and appropriate footwear. Long sleeves are advisable too and no shorts.
“We advise that you bring your own drink as there is no café in Cofton Park.
“It would be great if you could help us tackle this ongoing problem,” added the society spokesperson.
