by Struan Candlish | Nov 15, 2022 | General
We were very grateful to be donated a new Bretschneider electrofishing kit from Stephan Mueller who owns a stretch of the upper Water of Girvan. This new kit whilst similar to our existing kits runs on lithium-ion batteries and is much lighter without sacrificing...
by Struan Candlish | Nov 15, 2022 | General
With Christmas fast approaching Ayrshire Rivers Trust would love to be in with a chance to win £1,000! The Benefact Group is giving 120 charities the chance to win £1,000 over the 12 days of Christmas. It’s free and very easy to nominate your favourite charity, all...
by Struan Candlish | Aug 29, 2022 | General
We will be holding our AGM on the 28th September 2022 at 1900, all current members are welcome to attend. We will be showing a short film around 35 minutes long, after which there will be time for discussion and chat. Location: Pant Farmhouse, Mauchline KA5 5HL....
by Struan Candlish | Aug 23, 2022 | General
Fish rescues are an increasingly common aspect to Trust life and a crucial part of developer’s workflows when working in and around water. Recently we completed a rescue on the Kilmarnock Water ahead of bankside repairs near a footpath. The workers onsite were...
by Struan Candlish | Aug 22, 2022 | General
Would you like to play a part in helping to lead an important Ayrshire charity? The Ayrshire Rivers Trust (the Trust) is a leading environmental charity. The aims of the Trust are to promote and support initiatives designed to conserve, enhance and develop our...
by Struan Candlish | Jul 25, 2022 | General
Whilst Ayrshire’s salmon haven’t been badly affected by red skin disease (RSD), we would encourage anglers to remain vigilant for any signs of RSD and to report any fish showing symptoms to ourselves as well as Fishery Management Scotland (FMS) and Fish Health...