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Argyll Countryside Trust
@actinargyll.bsky.social
We sustainably maintain, enhance and promote the coast and countryside of Argyll and the Isles through our work. (SC044733)
Day in the life of our rainforest team in Tayvallich.

This is what thick Rhododendron ponticum looks like on the ground, and the scale our team are up against in Knapdale.

Link to find out more in the comments.

#ScotlandsRainforest #InvasiveSpecies
January 15, 2026 at 3:08 PM
The team from Highland Access are making great progress controlling Rhododendron on steep, rope-access sites.

They’ve been working since December, using techniques like stem injection with promising results.

Supported by the Scottish Government’s #NatureRestorationFund, managed by NatureScot
January 6, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Two exciting firsts as we head into 2026 🎉
Certificates are back from @carbonliteracy.bsky.social for our new Carbon Literacy, Climate Adaptation and Building Resilience training, plus Carbon Literacy for School Staff delivered across Argyll and Bute 🙌
Interested in training? Comment or DM.
January 5, 2026 at 3:08 PM
A big thank you for supporting ACT this year.
We hope you get some time to rest, head outdoors and enjoy a bit of nature over the festive break.

📷 Stephen Carter, looking towards Crinan Ferry from Islandadd Bridge
December 25, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Hermitage Primary took part in Sustainable Christmas as part of an ABCAN project led by Lindsey. Pupils made Christmas tree decorations with no glue or sellotape, so they can be taken apart and recycled. A great way to chat about cutting waste ❤️ 💚

📷 Lindsey Young
December 19, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Thank you to the 30+ people who gathered at Kilmory from across the west of Scotland to share experiences of tackling Rhododendron ponticum in #ScotlandsRainforest, with great discussion on volunteering, recovery after clearance and next steps.
Supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
December 15, 2025 at 12:28 PM
🌿 Qualified chainsaw operator?
Sub contractor role in Argyll working in a team to restore native biodiversity at one of Scotland’s finest rainforest sites.
Apply: buff.ly/TET2YkF
#ScotlandsRainforest
December 9, 2025 at 3:08 PM
🎉 You did it!
£6,800 raised with the @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge

Your generosity helps protect #ScotlandsRainforest and support outdoor learning and wellbeing in Argyll.

A huge thank you to everyone who donated or shared the campaign
We’re very grateful 💚
December 9, 2025 at 12:45 PM
💚 Last chance to double your impact
Final hours of the @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge

Your support helps protect #ScotlandsRainforest and creates more chances for people in Argyll to connect in nature.

Donations doubled until 12pm today
👉 buff.ly/ftDinPj
December 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🌟Almost there 🌟
We’re in the last stretch of the @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge
Every donation before midday tomorrow is doubled 💚
Help protect Argyll’s rainforest and support more people to get outdoors, learn and build confidence.
👉 buff.ly/6MLczSU
#ScotlandsRainforest
December 8, 2025 at 12:10 PM
💚 Nature helps us feel better
Support more community wellbeing outdoors in Argyll 🌿
🕒 Donations doubled until midday on Tuesday 9 Dec
👉 buff.ly/6MLczSU
#ChristmasChallenge #DoubleYourDonation
December 7, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Stick dens, mud pies and big imaginations 🌿
Outdoor learning helps children explore the world, grow their confidence and find joy in nature.
💚Donations doubled until 9 Dec thanks to @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge helping more children learn outside
👉 buff.ly/ftDinPj
December 6, 2025 at 2:58 PM
💚 #InternationalVolunteerDay
Volunteers and corporate teams are helping restore #ScotlandsRainforest and support people to connect with nature 🌿
Heather shares more in her new blog:
🔗 buff.ly/5AiXRyb
@biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge donations doubled to grow this work:
🔗 buff.ly/6MLczSU
December 5, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Red-billed chough is on the brink of disappearing from Scotland. Under 50 pairs remain on Islay & Colonsay.
New study from ACT & Scottish Chough Forum with @zslofficial.bsky.social supported by ScotGov & @naturescot.bsky.social shows urgent action needed.
🔗 buff.ly/FgIMple
📷 David Dinsley
#NRF
December 5, 2025 at 1:25 PM
💚 Thank you so much to everyone supporting our @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge.

Already £2,450 raised, and every donation is doubled thanks to Reed Educational Trust.
Help us reach £6,800 and support nature and community here in Argyll:
🔗 buff.ly/ftDinPj

#ScotlandsRainforest
December 4, 2025 at 3:08 PM
🎉 We’re live for #GivingTuesday!
The @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge has started and every donation to ACT is doubled from 2–9 December. 💚
Your support helps restore Argyll’s rainforest and brings people together outdoors in our communities.
🔗https://buff.ly/q00pJQx
#ScotlandsRainforest
December 2, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Our #PeatlandACTION Officer Lucy has shared an update on our winter peatland restoration work across Argyll. We are working with landowners at Caladh and Coull Farm to restore damaged bogs for climate and wildlife.
Read more: buff.ly/Jhqb6Cu
📷 Lucy Smith
November 26, 2025 at 3:08 PM
🌿 We’re taking part in the @biggive.bsky.social Christmas Challenge, and it starts in one week!
All donations are doubled 2–9 December. 💚
🔗 buff.ly/HK3DLbM
#ChristmasChallenge #DoubleYourDonation
November 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Good progress on Rhodoendron ponticum control from our Rainforest Squad at Carsaig.
A new route into the working front is now in place and the team have been busy with chain sawing, stump treatment and hand tool work. Great to have our wider Habitat Restoration team along for a visit as well.
November 24, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Some of our Rainforest team were at a Lever and Mulch demo day in Tayvallich last week with Ferry Wood. A really helpful, practical session.

If you'd like to learn more about tackling Rhododendron ponticum, join us at Kilmory Hub on 11 Dec.
Book here: buff.ly/BsAii0H

#ScotlandsRainforest
November 20, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Meet our panel for Food for Thought: Tarbert this Saturday!
Hannah Jones, Lix Armstrong and Ed Tyler will be chatting about local food, growing and community projects across Mid Argyll and Kintyre.
📅 Sat 22 Nov
🕚 11am–3.30pm
🎟 Book: buff.ly/313cz5L
📷 1. Hannah Jones, 2. Lix Armstrong, 3. Ed Tyler
November 19, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Join us for Rhododendron and the Rainforest 🌿
An informative session on Rhododendron ponticum management, restoration planning and volunteering in Argyll’s rainforest.

📅 11 Dec | 🕙 10am–2pm | 📍 ACT Hub, Kilmory
🔗 buff.ly/BsAii0H

Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
#ScotlandsRainforest
November 17, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Free Carbon Literacy training for Argyll & Bute school staff with ABCAN.
3 Dec 9.30–1 online
10 Dec 9.30–1 in person, venue tbc
Get certified, access resources, and learn how to embed climate across the curriculum.
Book: buff.ly/OQ7ml7J
#CarbonLiteracy #CLActionDay #CLAD #ClimateAction
November 13, 2025 at 9:36 AM
🌿 The ABCAN Seed Fund is open!

Supported by the Scottish Government and delivered with Argyll & Bute TSI, community groups in Argyll & Bute can apply for up to £1,000 to take action on climate change.

💻 Apply by 1 Dec 2025
🔗https://buff.ly/uNXb5uv

#ABCAN #ClimateActionArgyll #ClimateJustice
November 12, 2025 at 3:08 PM
A bumper mast year at Dalavich! 🌰
Thanks to the FLS Lochgilphead Environment Team for joining us to collect acorns — some already sprouting! Nets beneath mature oaks make the process safer, faster & keep acorns clean for planting. 🌳
📷 Josh Leckie / ACT
#ScotlandsRainforest #Argyll
November 11, 2025 at 3:08 PM