Current News
December 2009 - Independent Review of Open Water and Flood Rescue in Scotland.
Please follow this link to the pdf, A report for the
Minister for Community Safety by Paddy Tomkins QPM.
Who are we?
We are a prevention / rescue / recovery group set up in 1790 to cover the waterways of the Greater Glasgow Area. We are based in Glasgow Green (address: Glasgow Humane Society, Society's House, Glasgow Green, Glasgow, G40 1BA) view map and can be contacted by E-mail, or by phone on + 044 (0) 141 429 2492.
What do we do?
We prevent accidents
We give safety advice to Councils, developers and individuals
We keep watching briefs on river and riverbank users
We give total or additional safety cover at events
We have a Lifeguard Corp
We provide training and run courses internal and external
We have developped a network of public helping to make a safer waterway environment
Who benefits?
The people who use the river for sporting and recreational purposes, which includes 14 rowing clubs, canoeists and The Rutherglen Cruising Club who make daily use of the River. Commuters, members of the public and tourists who visit along the river bank and walkway. Assistance is also given to the other emergency services.
Thinking about Presents?
Why not buy a copy of George's Book directly from the charity - cost £6 plus p&p. You can even visit Glasgow Green and get it personally signed.
If you fancy some Art then why not have a look at some of George's artwork (follow the link here or click on Riverman Art in the menu) - 50% of all art sales profit go directly to the charity.