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Join us for a Biodiversity Week with Dr. Rory Harrington.
Rory has an eminent history of scholarship in this area, with two forestry degrees and a PhD. He has attended the renowned Yale School of Forestry and has had a long and illustrious career in many aspects of tree growing including wetland management for which he and his award-winning firm scooped their newest award this month with Kerry group. Congra-TREE-lations Rory and team!
For details of the online link please email orla@easytreesie.com with BIODIVERSITY WEEK WEBINAR in the Subject line.
12:45 – 2:15 Nature Walk (booking essential – places are limited)
12:30 – 2:30 Drop-in BioHub (no booking needed)
Meeting point: Hazelwood Carpark
Join Declan Little, Ecological Lead at Coillte Nature, on a guided walk around Hazelwood to learn about the ecology of this special woodland and the biodiversity restoration works taking place.
To celebrate Biodiversity Week, there will be a pop-up ‘BioHub’ at the Hazelwood carpark where you can drop by and chat about nature and the environment. Community Water Officer Karen Kennedy and Catchment Scientist Aisling Reilly will demonstrate water sampling and talk about biodiversity in and around Lough Gill, and what this can tell us about the health of the surrounding environment. Coillte Nature’s Outreach Manager Hedda Dick will be there to talk to you about the ongoing ‘Restoring Hazelwood’ biodiversity project.
There will be a nature scavenger hunt for big and little kids to see what you can notice about nature in Hazelwood.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and shoes for the nature walk.
More info and registration: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/hazelwood-lunchtime-nature-walk-and-pop-up-biohub-tickets-338869266097
Join us for a lunchtime guided walk of Raheens Wood, Castlebar on Friday 20th May.
Come along and find out about the flora and fauna of the wood.
Meet at Raheens Wood Carpark, Newport Road, Castlebar at 1 pm.
To celebrate Biodiversity Week 2022 (15th to 22nd May) join Sonairte for a FREE guided walk and talk on the 20th of May with our own gardener Damien McGroarty to learn about how organic farming can protect biodiversity whilst producing healthy local food, and enjoy a guided tour of the Nature Trail at Sonairte.
The Nature Trail is located on the banks of the River Nanny estuary which is a Special Protection (SPA) under the E.U. Birds Directive, of special conservation interest for the following species: Oystercatcher, Ringed Plover, Golden Plover, Knot, Sanderling and Herring Gull. The E.U. Birds Directive pays particular attention to wetlands, and as these form part of this SPA, the site and its associated waterbirds are of special conservation interest https://www.npws.ie/protected-sites/spa/004158. Additionally, the Nature Trail has a range of habitats from salt marsh to woodland and permanent pasture so you are sure to have a fascinating day out in Nature.
More info and tickets: https://sonairte.ie/event/biodiversity-week-guided-garden-and-nature-trail-walk-free-eventbrite-ticket-needed
Join Limerick Bat Group at the Carpark by the playground, Curraghchase Forest Park, for a batty fun-filled evening! This walk will start at 8.15pm and using bat detectors you can listen in on their ultrasonic calls and watch these elusive creatures in flight. Join Tanya Slattery, as she shares her knowledge of Irish bat species and their life cycle with you.
Details:
- Please wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.
- Children are very welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Unfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.
- Events are weather dependent. Please visit Limerick Bat Group Facebook Page for any updates: https://www.facebook.com/limerickbatgroup
Please Note: This event needs to be booked in advance. Please check the details for this event and book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/lesser-horseshoe-bats-and-more-tickets-328912475067?aff=efbeventtix&fbclid=IwAR3YvWLYLOd30RWYzGenGkVUcgefJ1s10tBFIKC8AqrdbdemTMsVtPOjt28
This event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2022.
Join Midland Bat group for a bat walk in the grounds of Portlick Forest, Co. Westmeath
Participants will meet at Car Park of Portlick Forest, Co. Westmeath at 9.40pm to learn more about the bat species found there and observe them in the forest.
Details:
- Please wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.
- Children welcome if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Unfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.
Please Note: This event is weather dependent. Please check the Midland Bat Group Facebook page on the day for confirmation: https://www.facebook.com/Midland-Bat-Group-1620298824911199/
This event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2022.
More info: https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-at-portlick-forest-co-westmeath
About this event
As part of Biodiversity Week we will be running a nature walk at Girley Wood.
Girley Wood is a new woodland area which was planted by the Native Woodland Trust. We will have the opportunity to explore this woodland, learn how to identify some of the plants and trees and look out for animals which we might encounter.
We will bring along magnifying glasses, bug boxes and identification keys and explore the woodland as a group.
Once we have explored the woodland, we will stop and have our picnic. We will be bringing along some food, snacks and sweet treats to the picnic! If you have any food allergies, please bring along some of your own food too, as we won’t be able to ensure food won’t come into contact with allergens.
Our minimum age for this event is 5 years old. Please note that it is a 15 minute walk from the carpark to the woodland site.
Please carpool where it is possible to do so, car parking is our limiting factor for the amount of people that can attend.
It is essential to bring warm and waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear.
More info and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/biodiversity-walk-and-picnic-at-girley-wood-meath-tickets-327074658107
CELT Woodland Promotion Open Day
We’re thrilled to invite you to CELT’s upcoming Open Day on Sunday 22nd May, at the Slieve Aughty Centre.
Because it’s National Biodiversity Week, we are opening our doors, and getting some of our like minded friends together for a day celebrating our Native Woodlands!
All are welcome!
The day will be experiential and will offer something for everyone – from talks on Agroforestry and Native Woodlands, to Biodiversity walks, Forest bathing, foraging and film screenings. There will be plenty of traditional woodland craft, including willow weaving, log splitting and a biochar demonstration.
We’re really excited to host such a day, one that can connect us across all our communities through our love for woodlands. We look forward to welcoming you.
The day will run as follows:
Talks:
@ 11am ~ “Introduction to Agroforestry Presentation” with Andrew St Ledger, Native Woodland Specialist with CELT and The Woodland League
@ 12pm ~ Native Woodlands Schemes, grants and applications, with Joe Gowran of Woodlands of Ireland
Walks:
– A Taste of the Woods – Nourishment for Body and Soul ~Forest Bathing and Foraging – -gather from 9.45am for @ 10a.m. start time, with Sky Buitenhuis for Forest Bathing
– Gather at 2pm for @ 2.15pm start time for Foraging with Olwyn Williams (Can be taken in tandem as a natural follow on, or each as an individual experience)
– A Woodland Walk focused on Biodiversity and the Gaelic Woodland Traditions, Brehon Tree Laws, and Unique Ogham alphabet of the trees @2.15 with Andrew St Ledger
– Medieval Roundhouse visit @ 2.30 with Julius Brummelman
– Special Movie Screening “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at 2pm
Biochar demonstration will run throughout the day
The day will also host plenty of craft demos and participation, with something for all interests.
We so look forward to welcoming you!
*Please note that we are taking advance registrations for our walks, as numbers are limited. Email coordinatorcelt@gmail.com to register in advance.
Registration is also possible on the day, if numbers allow.
Proudly supported by our friends in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (through Irish Environmental Network).
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway. H62 DX77
Meeting at Kiltyclogher Holiday Centre
Please wear suitable footwear and waterproof clothing.
Tea, coffee and snacks provided after the walk at the Holiday Centre.
Walk is free but booking essential.
For more details ph 071 985 4865 or email kiltyclogherheritagecentre@gmail.com
Tree surgeon Thomas Maguire will explore sustainable woodland management as he brings you for a walk on the woodland of the Organic Centre on a free event for Biodiversity Week.
Link: https://www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/sustainable-forestry-walk-with-thomas-2pm/349
CELT Woodland Promotion Open Day
We’re thrilled to invite you to CELT’s upcoming Open Day on Sunday 22nd May, at the Slieve Aughty Centre.
Because it’s National Biodiversity Week, we are opening our doors, and getting some of our like minded friends together for a day celebrating our Native Woodlands!
All are welcome!
The day will be experiential and will offer something for everyone – from talks on Agroforestry and Native Woodlands, to Biodiversity walks, Forest bathing, foraging and film screenings. There will be plenty of traditional woodland craft, including willow weaving, log splitting and a biochar demonstration.
We’re really excited to host such a day, one that can connect us across all our communities through our love for woodlands. We look forward to welcoming you.
The day will run as follows:
Talks
@ 11am ~ “Introduction to Agroforestry Presentation” with Andrew St Ledger, Native Woodland Specialist with CELT and The Woodland League
@ 12pm ~ Native Woodlands Schemes, grants and applications, with Joe Gowran of Woodlands of Ireland
Walks
~A Taste of the Woods – Nourishment for Body and Soul ~Forest Bathing and Foraging – -gather from 9.45am for @ 10a.m. start time, with Sky Buitenhuis for Forest Bathing
-gather at 2pm for @ 2.15pm start time for Foraging with Olwyn Williams
(Can be taken in tandem as a natural follow on, or each as an individual experience)
~”A Woodland Walk focused on Biodiversity and the Gaelic Woodland Traditions, Brehon Tree Laws, and Unique Ogham alphabet of the trees” @2.15 with Andrew St Ledger
~Medieval Roundhouse visit @ 2.30 with Julius Brummelman
~Special Movie Screening “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at 2pm
~Biochar demonstration will run throughout the day
The day will also host plenty of craft demos and participation, with something for all interests.
We so look forward to welcoming you!
*Please note that we are taking advance registrations for our walks, as numbers are limited. Email coordinatorcelt@gmail.com to register in advance.
Registration is also possible on the day, if numbers allow.
Proudly supported by our friends in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (through Irish Environmental Network).
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway. H62 DX77
Event link: https://www.celtnet.org/product-page/celt-open-day
CELT Woodland Promotion Open Day
We’re thrilled to invite you to CELT’s upcoming Open Day on Sunday 22nd May, at the Slieve Aughty Centre.
Because it’s National Biodiversity Week, we are opening our doors, and getting some of our like minded friends together for a day celebrating our Native Woodlands!
All are welcome!
The day will be experiential and will offer something for everyone – from talks on Agroforestry and Native Woodlands, to Biodiversity walks, Forest bathing, foraging and film screenings. There will be plenty of traditional woodland craft, including willow weaving, log splitting and a biochar demonstration.
We’re really excited to host such a day, one that can connect us across all our communities through our love for woodlands. We look forward to welcoming you.
The day will run as follows:
Talks
@ 11am ~ “Introduction to Agroforestry Presentation” with Andrew St Ledger, Native Woodland Specialist with CELT and The Woodland League
@ 12pm ~ Native Woodlands Schemes, grants and applications, with Joe Gowran of Woodlands of Ireland
Walks
~A Taste of the Woods – Nourishment for Body and Soul ~Forest Bathing and Foraging – -gather from 9.45am for @ 10a.m. start time, with Sky Buitenhuis for Forest Bathing
-gather at 2pm for @ 2.15pm start time for Foraging with Olwyn Williams
(Can be taken in tandem as a natural follow on, or each as an individual experience)
~”A Woodland Walk focused on Biodiversity and the Gaelic Woodland Traditions, Brehon Tree Laws, and Unique Ogham alphabet of the trees” @2.15 with Andrew St Ledger
~Medieval Roundhouse visit @ 2.30 with Julius Brummelman
~Special Movie Screening “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at 2pm
~Biochar demonstration will run throughout the day
The day will also host plenty of craft demos and participation, with something for all interests.
We so look forward to welcoming you!
*Please note that we are taking advance registrations for our walks, as numbers are limited. Email coordinatorcelt@gmail.com to register in advance.
Registration is also possible on the day, if numbers allow.
Proudly supported by our friends in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (through Irish Environmental Network).
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway. H62 DX77
Event link: https://www.celtnet.org/product-page/celt-open-day
CELT Woodland Promotion Open Day
We’re thrilled to invite you to CELT’s upcoming Open Day on Sunday 22nd May, at the Slieve Aughty Centre.
Because it’s National Biodiversity Week, we are opening our doors, and getting some of our like minded friends together for a day celebrating our Native Woodlands!
All are welcome!
The day will be experiential and will offer something for everyone – from talks on Agroforestry and Native Woodlands, to Biodiversity walks, Forest bathing, foraging and film screenings. There will be plenty of traditional woodland craft, including willow weaving, log splitting and a biochar demonstration.
We’re really excited to host such a day, one that can connect us across all our communities through our love for woodlands. We look forward to welcoming you.
The day will run as follows:
Talks
@ 11am ~ “Introduction to Agroforestry Presentation” with Andrew St Ledger, Native Woodland Specialist with CELT and The Woodland League
@ 12pm ~ Native Woodlands Schemes, grants and applications, with Joe Gowran of Woodlands of Ireland
Walks
~A Taste of the Woods – Nourishment for Body and Soul ~Forest Bathing and Foraging – -gather from 9.45am for @ 10a.m. start time, with Sky Buitenhuis for Forest Bathing
-gather at 2pm for @ 2.15pm start time for Foraging with Olwyn Williams
(Can be taken in tandem as a natural follow on, or each as an individual experience)
~”A Woodland Walk focused on Biodiversity and the Gaelic Woodland Traditions, Brehon Tree Laws, and Unique Ogham alphabet of the trees” @2.15 with Andrew St Ledger
~Medieval Roundhouse visit @ 2.30 with Julius Brummelman
~Special Movie Screening “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at 2pm
~Biochar demonstration will run throughout the day
The day will also host plenty of craft demos and participation, with something for all interests.
We so look forward to welcoming you!
*Please note that we are taking advance registrations for our walks, as numbers are limited. Email coordinatorcelt@gmail.com to register in advance.
Registration is also possible on the day, if numbers allow.
Proudly supported by our friends in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (through Irish Environmental Network).
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway. H62 DX77
Event link: https://www.celtnet.org/product-page/celt-open-day
Woodlands, Water & Biodiversity: Celebrate National Biodiversity Week with a ramble at Billy Fox Memorial Park to explore the flora and fauna which inhabit our local streams, rivers and woodlands.
Ben Malone, Community Water Officer with the Local Authority Waters Programme will be on hand to reveal the rich biodiversity that can be found in our local streams and rivers and will demonstrate how members of the public can engage in citizen science aimed at revealing the water quality in our local watercourses.
This will be followed by an exploration of the biodiversity that can be found within the woodland habitats of the park. Participants will accompany ecologist Goska Wilkowska from Nature’s Patch Network who will help to identify the different types of plants and animals encountered and discuss the importance of a diverse landscape rich in semi-natural habitats for a healthy river catchment.
This free family friendly event will take place from 11:00am – 1.00pm on Sunday 22nd May,
International Day of Biological Diversity. Booking essential through Sandra McQuaid, Heritage Section, Monaghan County Council. Email: smcquaid@monaghancoco.ie or call on 047-35000 Ext. 480.
CELT Woodland Promotion Open Day
We’re thrilled to invite you to CELT’s upcoming Open Day on Sunday 22nd May, at the Slieve Aughty Centre.
Because it’s National Biodiversity Week, we are opening our doors, and getting some of our like minded friends together for a day celebrating our Native Woodlands!
All are welcome!
The day will be experiential and will offer something for everyone – from talks on Agroforestry and Native Woodlands, to Biodiversity walks, Forest bathing, foraging and film screenings. There will be plenty of traditional woodland craft, including willow weaving, log splitting and a biochar demonstration.
We’re really excited to host such a day, one that can connect us across all our communities through our love for woodlands. We look forward to welcoming you.
The day will run as follows:
Talks
@ 11am ~ “Introduction to Agroforestry Presentation” with Andrew St Ledger, Native Woodland Specialist with CELT and The Woodland League
@ 12pm ~ Native Woodlands Schemes, grants and applications, with Joe Gowran of Woodlands of Ireland
Walks
~A Taste of the Woods – Nourishment for Body and Soul ~Forest Bathing and Foraging – -gather from 9.45am for @ 10a.m. start time, with Sky Buitenhuis for Forest Bathing
-gather at 2pm for @ 2.15pm start time for Foraging with Olwyn Williams
(Can be taken in tandem as a natural follow on, or each as an individual experience)
~”A Woodland Walk focused on Biodiversity and the Gaelic Woodland Traditions, Brehon Tree Laws, and Unique Ogham alphabet of the trees” @2.15 with Andrew St Ledger
~Medieval Roundhouse visit @ 2.30 with Julius Brummelman
~Special Movie Screening “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at 2pm
~Biochar demonstration will run throughout the day
The day will also host plenty of craft demos and participation, with something for all interests.
We so look forward to welcoming you!
*Please note that we are taking advance registrations for our walks, as numbers are limited. Email coordinatorcelt@gmail.com to register in advance.
Registration is also possible on the day, if numbers allow.
Proudly supported by our friends in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (through Irish Environmental Network).
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway. H62 DX77
Event link: https://www.celtnet.org/product-page/celt-open-day
CELT Woodland Promotion Open Day
We’re thrilled to invite you to CELT’s upcoming Open Day on Sunday 22nd May, at the Slieve Aughty Centre.
Because it’s National Biodiversity Week, we are opening our doors, and getting some of our like minded friends together for a day celebrating our Native Woodlands!
All are welcome!
The day will be experiential and will offer something for everyone – from talks on Agroforestry and Native Woodlands, to Biodiversity walks, Forest bathing, foraging and film screenings. There will be plenty of traditional woodland craft, including willow weaving, log splitting and a biochar demonstration.
We’re really excited to host such a day, one that can connect us across all our communities through our love for woodlands. We look forward to welcoming you.
The day will run as follows:
Talks
@ 11am ~ “Introduction to Agroforestry Presentation” with Andrew St Ledger, Native Woodland Specialist with CELT and The Woodland League
@ 12pm ~ Native Woodlands Schemes, grants and applications, with Joe Gowran of Woodlands of Ireland
Walks
~A Taste of the Woods – Nourishment for Body and Soul ~Forest Bathing and Foraging – -gather from 9.45am for @ 10a.m. start time, with Sky Buitenhuis for Forest Bathing
-gather at 2pm for @ 2.15pm start time for Foraging with Olwyn Williams
(Can be taken in tandem as a natural follow on, or each as an individual experience)
~”A Woodland Walk focused on Biodiversity and the Gaelic Woodland Traditions, Brehon Tree Laws, and Unique Ogham alphabet of the trees” @2.15 with Andrew St Ledger
~Medieval Roundhouse visit @ 2.30 with Julius Brummelman
~Special Movie Screening “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at 2pm
~Biochar demonstration will run throughout the day
The day will also host plenty of craft demos and participation, with something for all interests.
We so look forward to welcoming you!
*Please note that we are taking advance registrations for our walks, as numbers are limited. Email coordinatorcelt@gmail.com to register in advance.
Registration is also possible on the day, if numbers allow.
Proudly supported by our friends in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (through Irish Environmental Network).
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway. H62 DX77
Event link: https://www.celtnet.org/product-page/celt-open-day
CELT Woodland Promotion Open Day
We’re thrilled to invite you to CELT’s upcoming Open Day on Sunday 22nd May, at the Slieve Aughty Centre.
Because it’s National Biodiversity Week, we are opening our doors, and getting some of our like minded friends together for a day celebrating our Native Woodlands!
All are welcome!
The day will be experiential and will offer something for everyone – from talks on Agroforestry and Native Woodlands, to Biodiversity walks, Forest bathing, foraging and film screenings. There will be plenty of traditional woodland craft, including willow weaving, log splitting and a biochar demonstration.
We’re really excited to host such a day, one that can connect us across all our communities through our love for woodlands. We look forward to welcoming you.
The day will run as follows:
Talks
@ 11am ~ “Introduction to Agroforestry Presentation” with Andrew St Ledger, Native Woodland Specialist with CELT and The Woodland League
@ 12pm ~ Native Woodlands Schemes, grants and applications, with Joe Gowran of Woodlands of Ireland
Walks
~A Taste of the Woods – Nourishment for Body and Soul ~Forest Bathing and Foraging – -gather from 9.45am for @ 10a.m. start time, with Sky Buitenhuis for Forest Bathing
-gather at 2pm for @ 2.15pm start time for Foraging with Olwyn Williams
(Can be taken in tandem as a natural follow on, or each as an individual experience)
~”A Woodland Walk focused on Biodiversity and the Gaelic Woodland Traditions, Brehon Tree Laws, and Unique Ogham alphabet of the trees” @2.15 with Andrew St Ledger
~Medieval Roundhouse visit @ 2.30 with Julius Brummelman
~Special Movie Screening “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at 2pm
~Biochar demonstration will run throughout the day
The day will also host plenty of craft demos and participation, with something for all interests.
We so look forward to welcoming you!
*Please note that we are taking advance registrations for our walks, as numbers are limited. Email coordinatorcelt@gmail.com to register in advance.
Registration is also possible on the day, if numbers allow.
Proudly supported by our friends in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (through Irish Environmental Network).
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway. H62 DX77
Event link: https://www.celtnet.org/product-page/celt-open-day
CELT Woodland Promotion Open Day
We’re thrilled to invite you to CELT’s upcoming Open Day on Sunday 22nd May, at the Slieve Aughty Centre.
Because it’s National Biodiversity Week, we are opening our doors, and getting some of our like minded friends together for a day celebrating our Native Woodlands!
All are welcome!
The day will be experiential and will offer something for everyone – from talks on Agroforestry and Native Woodlands, to Biodiversity walks, Forest bathing, foraging and film screenings. There will be plenty of traditional woodland craft, including willow weaving, log splitting and a biochar demonstration.
We’re really excited to host such a day, one that can connect us across all our communities through our love for woodlands. We look forward to welcoming you.
The day will run as follows:
Talks
@ 11am ~ “Introduction to Agroforestry Presentation” with Andrew St Ledger, Native Woodland Specialist with CELT and The Woodland League
@ 12pm ~ Native Woodlands Schemes, grants and applications, with Joe Gowran of Woodlands of Ireland
Walks
~A Taste of the Woods – Nourishment for Body and Soul ~Forest Bathing and Foraging – -gather from 9.45am for @ 10a.m. start time, with Sky Buitenhuis for Forest Bathing
-gather at 2pm for @ 2.15pm start time for Foraging with Olwyn Williams
(Can be taken in tandem as a natural follow on, or each as an individual experience)
~”A Woodland Walk focused on Biodiversity and the Gaelic Woodland Traditions, Brehon Tree Laws, and Unique Ogham alphabet of the trees” @2.15 with Andrew St Ledger
~Medieval Roundhouse visit @ 2.30 with Julius Brummelman
~Special Movie Screening “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at 2pm
~Biochar demonstration will run throughout the day
The day will also host plenty of craft demos and participation, with something for all interests.
We so look forward to welcoming you!
*Please note that we are taking advance registrations for our walks, as numbers are limited. Email coordinatorcelt@gmail.com to register in advance.
Registration is also possible on the day, if numbers allow.
Proudly supported by our friends in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (through Irish Environmental Network).
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway. H62 DX77
Event link: https://www.celtnet.org/product-page/celt-open-day
CELT Woodland Promotion Open Day
We’re thrilled to invite you to CELT’s upcoming Open Day on Sunday 22nd May, at the Slieve Aughty Centre.
Because it’s National Biodiversity Week, we are opening our doors, and getting some of our like minded friends together for a day celebrating our Native Woodlands!
All are welcome!
The day will be experiential and will offer something for everyone – from talks on Agroforestry and Native Woodlands, to Biodiversity walks, Forest bathing, foraging and film screenings. There will be plenty of traditional woodland craft, including willow weaving, log splitting and a biochar demonstration.
We’re really excited to host such a day, one that can connect us across all our communities through our love for woodlands. We look forward to welcoming you.
The day will run as follows:
Talks
@ 11am ~ “Introduction to Agroforestry Presentation” with Andrew St Ledger, Native Woodland Specialist with CELT and The Woodland League
@ 12pm ~ Native Woodlands Schemes, grants and applications, with Joe Gowran of Woodlands of Ireland
Walks
~A Taste of the Woods – Nourishment for Body and Soul ~Forest Bathing and Foraging – -gather from 9.45am for @ 10a.m. start time, with Sky Buitenhuis for Forest Bathing
-gather at 2pm for @ 2.15pm start time for Foraging with Olwyn Williams
(Can be taken in tandem as a natural follow on, or each as an individual experience)
~”A Woodland Walk focused on Biodiversity and the Gaelic Woodland Traditions, Brehon Tree Laws, and Unique Ogham alphabet of the trees” @2.15 with Andrew St Ledger
~Medieval Roundhouse visit @ 2.30 with Julius Brummelman
~Special Movie Screening “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at 2pm
~Biochar demonstration will run throughout the day
The day will also host plenty of craft demos and participation, with something for all interests.
We so look forward to welcoming you!
*Please note that we are taking advance registrations for our walks, as numbers are limited. Email coordinatorcelt@gmail.com to register in advance.
Registration is also possible on the day, if numbers allow.
Proudly supported by our friends in the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (through Irish Environmental Network).
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway. H62 DX77
Event link: https://www.celtnet.org/product-page/celt-open-day