# Event Details - **Event Name**: Invasive Non-Native Species Management Workshop (FREE) - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Free 2-day hands-on workshop on removing Rhododendron ponticum and Cherry Laurel, with experts from across Scotland. No experience needed.About this EventLearn how to protect Scotland's woodlands from invasive plantsRhododendron ponticum and Cherry Laurel are two of the biggest threats to Scotland's native woodlands. Both were planted as ornamentals and have since spread through woods across Scotland, including our own Ardenconnel Wood. They form dense evergreen thickets that block out light, smother the woodland floor, and stop native trees from regenerating. Over time they can turn a living, diverse woodland into a dark monoculture where little else survives. Rhododendron is one of the main threats to Scotland's temperate rainforest, a habitat of international importance that survives along our Atlantic coast.The good news is that we can do something about this. With the right techniques, planning and long-term follow-up woodland can be restored.This free two-day workshop, hosted by Rhu & Shandon Community Trust, brings together some of the people doing this work across Scotland to share what works, from large landscape-scale projects to community volunteer groups.Who's speakingRSPB Scotland, Morvern Rainforest Team: the Morvern Rhododendron ponticum Project and the lever & mulch techniqueTom Lusink, Raasay Development Trust: stem treatment ("frilling") and why long-term follow-up mattersMalcolm Young, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park: planning rhododendron removal at scaleHeather Morrison and team, Argyll Countryside Trust: rainforest community action, citizen science and mappingAndy Donald, Helensburgh Community Woodlands Group: tackling Cherry LaurelRob Stuart, Fiona Baker and Kelsey Hoppe, Rhu & Shandon Community Trust / Shandon Community Woodland Group: the Ardenconnel Wood story, documenting local biodiversity, and building a volunteer communityWhat to expectSaturday 10 October, Rhu Community Hall (9:00 to 16:30): Talks and case studies on INNS removal, covering why it matters, how different projects have approached it, and the main removal techniques for rhododendron and cherry laurel.Sunday 11 October, Ardenconnel Wood (9:30 to 15:30): Hands-on learning in the wood. You'll rotate in small groups through six stations, seeing lever & mulch, frilling, stump treatment, and citizen science mapping in action, and visiting areas treated previously to see the results. In the afternoon, back at the hall, we'll discuss biodiversity recording, building a volunteer network, and next steps.Who should comeAnyone who cares about Scotland's woodlands: community groups, landowners, volunteers, students, and curious neighbours. No experience needed, and all are welcome.Practical informationThe workshop is free. Coffee is provided and lunch breaks are included. Please bring outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear for Sunday, as the woodland session goes ahead in most weather. The running order on Sunday may change depending on conditions. You are welcome to attend both days. Places are limited and demand is high, so please book early.Questions? Email admin@rhuandshandoncommunitytrust.orgSupported by the Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund. Rhu & Shandon Community Trust, Scottish Charity SC054091. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rhu/invasive-non-native-species-management-workshop-free/100002002169218028 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops, science-fair, Nonprofit - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 8 hours - Location: Rhu and Shandon Community Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Rhu - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Rhu and Shandon Community Centre - **lat**: 56.019194 - **long**: -4.7815338 - **full address**: Rhu and Shandon Community Centre, Hall Road, Rhu, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Invasive Non-Native Species Management Workshop (FREE) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/896f44da1935a8782104b8b49c46e25c49918d57e5e6f5af6c8d04a11b793af6-rimg-w1200-h630-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1790560866 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Invasive Non-Native Species Management Workshop (FREE) being held? - **A:** Invasive Non-Native Species Management Workshop (FREE) takes place on Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am at Rhu and Shandon Community Centre, Hall Road, Rhu, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Invasive Non-Native Species Management Workshop (FREE)? - **A:** Invasive Non-Native Species Management Workshop (FREE) is organized by Rhu and Shandon Community Trust. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Invasive Non-Native Species Management Workshop (FREE) is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rhu, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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