Posted in Uncategorized on October 3, 2011| Leave a Comment »
The bust of the Scout celebrating the 100th anniversary of scouting was unveiled on 29th September 2011.
The memorial is located at the entrance to the Paisley Art Gallery and Museum.
Fundraising efforts by the Paisley and District Scouts has made this possible. The Trust provided landfill tax funds for the Plinth.
Special thanks is also due to the sculptor, Sandy Stoddart who has supported the project.
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Posted in Uncategorized on June 14, 2011| Leave a Comment »
As part of the environmental education workshops provided by the Trust, we have promoted recycling and encourage residents to re-use items rather than throw them away.
Fort information about the nearest recycling centre to you, go to:
http://www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/ilwwcm/publishing.nsf/Content/Navigation-es-RecyclingFacilitiesHomepage
For further information, log on to the CRNS webpage at:
http://www.crns.org.uk/resource/recycling
Posted in Uncategorized on May 31, 2011| Leave a Comment »
The history and heritage of Gleniffer Braes Country Park is featured in this exhibition at Paisley Museum, High Street, Paisley from 27th May to 21st August 2011. Tues- Sat 11am – 4pm, and Sundays (and public holidays) 2-5pm.
The songs and poetry of Robert Tannahill were inspired by the landscapes of Gleniffer Braes and this exhibition shows that importance of the wildlife, landscapes, geology, archaelogy and history of the area.
There are various talks and walks not to be missed!
Log on to: www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/museums
Download leaflet at: WTF_A3Poster_visuals4
Posted in Uncategorized on April 4, 2011| Leave a Comment »
There are plenty of interesting walks and events planned at Clyde Muirshiel Country Park over the next 3 months. Details listed at:
http://www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/ilwwcm/publishing.nsf/Content/ce-EventsClydeMuirshiel2011
Enjoy!
Posted in Events, Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle on February 21, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Thursday, 24th March, 2011
Westerwood Hotel, Cumbernauld
Posted in Uncategorized on January 18, 2011| Leave a Comment »
It’s time to start planning for the Spring. This year’s National Spring Clean Up takes place from Monday 14th March – Monday 16th May 2011.
It’s a great way to help your community and improve your local environment. There are many reasons to get involved and these are listed at:
http://springclean.keepscotlandtidy.org/10GoodReasons.asp
If you are interested but need assistance to get a group together please let us know at RET.
Posted in Uncategorized on January 10, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Details of the application process for Climate Challenge Funding from 1st April 2011 to 31st March 2012 were announced on 6th January 2011. There is only a short time to apply. Log on to: http://www.keepscotlandbeautiful.org/ccf.asp
Posted in Uncategorized on December 7, 2010| Leave a Comment »
In case you haven’t heard, there are free tree packs available to community groups and schools from the Woodlands Trust. For further details log on to: http://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/en/plant-trees/help-advice/Pages/trees-for-communities.aspx
It’s a good idea to plan ahead for a Spring tree planting project. Over the winter months, you can find out where land is available from the Council Staff. If you need advice or support, please get in touch with staff at Renfrewshire Environmental Trust.
Posted in Uncategorized on December 1, 2010| Leave a Comment »
The Soil Association has produced a report highlighting the threats from phosphates running out. Details at: http://www.soilassociation.org/News/NewsItem/tabid/91/smid/463/ArticleID/1435/reftab/494/t/New-threat-to-global-food-security-as-phosphate-supplies-become-increasingly-scarce/Default.aspx
It is necessary to support local food production which addressed these issues and promotes sustainable farming. There are programmes skillled farmers and growers in adapating to climate change and developing organic food production. Supporting organic producers by purchasing organic goods whenever you can helps!
Posted in Uncategorized on December 1, 2010| Leave a Comment »
The freezing weather is causing major disruption to services across Renfrewshire. Keeping warm and safe from the worst of the cold temperatures is essential.
For advice and support to help you get through the coming days and weeks of snow and ice, please refer to the following resources.
Age Concern Scotland – http://www.ageconcernandhelptheagedscotland.org.uk/need_our_help/keep_warm_winter
Direct Gov – http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Pensionsandretirementplanning/HomeAndCommunity/StayingInYourHome/DG_10026850
Coping with Winter Blues – http://www.ramh.org/Links.htm
Take care.
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