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SUMMARY:The rivers and us: Rivers2U mobile classroom at Homestead Park
DESCRIPTION:\nVisit the Rivers2U mobile classroom at Homestead Park for hands-on river activities, wildlife, flooding solutions and freshwater discoveries\n\n\n\nThursday 27th August 11:00am-12.30pm and 1.30-3:00pm; Drop-in sessions.\n\n\n\nThe York rivers trail partner, Yorkshire Dales Rivers Trust, will bring their Rivers2U van and run a drop in, interactive session at Homestead Park. Visit the mobile classroom and explore rivers, wildlife and habitats: the water cycle and techniques used to slow the flow of water and reduce flooding.\n\n\n\nCome and talk to staff about techniques used to slow down the flow of water to help mitigate the effects of flooding downstream at York. There will also be the chance to view a sample of freshwater invertebrates from the river, giving us an indication of river health.\n\n\n\nThis event is part of the York rivers trail: the rivers and us.\n\n\n\nAbout the York rivers trailThe York rivers trail: the rivers and us is a new trail along the River Ouse connecting people, place and flood resilience. Co-designed with communities, schools and artists, it uses art, storytelling and digital tools to reveal how upstream and downstream are connected – and how nature-based solutions are helping York adapt to a changing climate.\n\n\n\nFind out more: www.york.gov.uk/YorkRiversTrail\n\n\n\nFollow City of York Council on social media for the latest events, activities, and updates throughout the summer.\n\n\n\n\nVenue: Homestead Park, York\n\n\n\nLocation: Follow the path from the Shipton Road Entrance into the Upper Meadow, see park map here\n\n\n\nMain Entrance: 40 Water End, Clifton, York, YO30 6WP\n\n\n\nFree Car Park: Shipton Road Entrance, YO30 5RE\n\n\n\nParking Spaces: Limited (car sharing or public transport recommended)\n\n\n\nCycle Parking: Free bike racks available at the gates\n\n\n\nThe park is accessible by wheelchair via both entrances (Water End and Shipton Road) and all areas of the park can be accessed step-free.\n\n
URL:https://little-vikings.co.uk/events/the-rivers-and-us-rivers2u-mobile-classroom-at-homestead-park/
LOCATION:Homestead Park, 40 Water End, Clifton, York YO30 6WP
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