Art Exhibition in celebration of Irish Wildlife by R. Callanan
Celebrating Irish Wildlife by Rory Callanan - Exhibition of sketches (ink & watercolour) in celebration of Irish Wildlife by an amateur Kildare artist R. Callanan
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Celebrating Irish Wildlife by Rory Callanan - Exhibition of sketches (ink & watercolour) in celebration of Irish Wildlife by an amateur Kildare artist R. Callanan
A guided walk on trails at Killykeen Forest Park with local ecologist Heather Bothwell identifying plants, birds and butterflies. Heather will discuss the different woodland habitats and environmental factors that can influence them. The walk will begin with the examination of moth trap left out the night before. While that walk will last two to...
Free family Biodiversity Week workshop at Rinnagan Wood: explore native trees, make art tools from nature and draw what you discover. 🌿 Drawing from the Woods A Biodiversity Week Family Art & Nature Workshop As part of National Biodiversity Week 2026, join the Native Woodland Trust and local artists for a gentle, creative day in the...
Join us for the launch of a new wildlife and nature initiative for Clonbur, including a biodiversity action plan – with a landmark exhibition open from 6-9 pm, and a Q&A from local wildlife photographer Shay Doran at 8 pm. Clonbur Cloghbrack Community Council is launching a dedicated group to celebrate, support and enhance the...
A BioBlitz is a 24 or 48 hour event to find and record as many of the species in a given area as possible. It is a fun and informal way for members of the public to learn how to record biodiversity, alongside experts. Where: greater Omeath, Co. Louth area When: 17-18 May 2026 What...
This workshop is delivered as part of Biofest - a two day festival of biodiversity in West Cork. Join Paddy Sleeman on Cape Clear island to learn about the ways to detect the signs of otters in the wild. Wear suitable outdoor and weather-proof clothing. Numbers for this workshop are limited so booking is essential...
Join Eanna ni Lamhna for a guided walk and talk exploring the habitats of Cavan Adventure Centre, from lakeshore and grassland to forest, followed by refreshments. Suitable for ages 8 and over, rough terrain, appropriate footwear required, no buggies or dogs. Booking essential - spaces limited.
This event will feature a short introduction from Green Sod Ireland about operating as a land trust in Ireland. We will then hear from a land trust in the UK, the John Muir Trust about their experiences followed by the Nature Conservancy Canada to hear about the Canadian perspective. The talks will be followed by...
Meet Kildare Wildlife Rescue, a registered charity for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Last year, they repsonded to over 13,000 reports of wildlife in distress. Hear about their work and learn more about how to help our native wildlife.
Join Kildare Wildlife Rescue for a presentation and learn about some of the Irish species that are taken into care during "orphan season" and how they start their lives in the wild. Hosted by Kildare Town Library. Local paid on-street parking and underground carpark.
Join the team behind Esk Mountain - a 270 acre nature restoration project on the Cork-Kerry border for a introduction to the project & the work on site to return nature at scale to this mountain. > 90min guided walk & talk exploring what nature restoration can & could be in practice. > Learn how...
Join Dr Adam F Smith from the UCD laboratory of Wildlife Ecology and Behaviour for an insight into tracking and monitoring Ireland's mammals as part of the Snapshot Europe project, and what it means for conservation and management of our landscapes and biodiversity from overabundant deer to elusive small carnivores.
Join Streamscapes, Vincent Hyland, and guests for an exploration of the wildlife, history and folklore of Kenmare Bay. This free event is open to everyone. Come along to explore the bay's underwater world, to hear about ongoing and upcoming research and activities, to discuss the history of the bay and consider its future.
Join Dr Colin Lawton (University of Galway), Katy Bell (Ulster Wildlife), and Vicky Knight (Vincent Wildlife Trust) as they share insights into these woodland specialists and how they interact in the wild. Get the latest updates on the 2026 All-Ireland Squirrel and Pine Marten Survey and find out how you can help. Don’t miss this...
Join us in UCD this Biodiversity Week for a series of beginner-level species identification workshops with UCD biodiversity experts. These hands-on sessions will teach you how to spot and identify plants, freshwater invertebrates, solitary bees, birds, mammals and earthworms. Which birds and mammals are you likely to encounter in UCD, what are their habitats and...
The People's Emergency Briefing - Greystones-Delgany launch We need your input now again please. We stood together, as local youth and families, in 2019. We declared the Wicklow Climate and Biodiversity / Nature* Emergency together and mobilized our local and national community to improve the situation. We did good then (we led the world), and...
Join Louth Bat Group to find out more about these wonderful animals. Discover the range of species living in our urban parks, river corridors, trees and hedgerows. Find out more about the importance of dark skies how we can all help support bats by providing suitable habitats and nesting spaces. Meet at the band-stand, St....
Join the IPCC for an online talk of Bogland Flora and Fauna. The plants and animals that make bogs their home have learned to thrive in their wet and wild conditions. This talk will explore these plants and animals and their adaptations. Register for this online talk on Eventbrite here.
Join Kildare Wildlife Rescue for a storytime and play based activity all about hedgehogs. Children will learn all about Irish hedgehogs and their secret lives after dark and what we can do to help these threatened friends thrive.
Join us for a fun and hands-on adventure. Our Guided Bat Walk & Talk lets you explore the amazing world of bats. Learn cool facts, spot these night flyers in action, and enjoy an evening filled with nature and discovery. Perfect for all ages and curious minds. Don’t miss out on this unique in-person experience!...
Join wildlife expert Éanna Ní Lamhna for a passionate and informative talk in Rathangan, Co. Kildare, to celebrate Biodiversity Week 2026.
On Saturday 23rd May the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (IWDG) invites you to join us at a local headland for Whale Watch Ireland 2026, between 5:00-7:00 PM. This annual event, now in its 24th year, comprises free and guided watches at local headlands and vantage points, as part of All-Ireland whale watch day. This...
On Saturday 23rd May the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (IWDG) invites you to join us at a local headland for Whale Watch Ireland 2026, between 5:00-7:00 PM. This annual event, now in its 24th year, comprises free and guided watches at local headlands and vantage points, as part of All-Ireland whale watch day. This...
On Saturday 23rd May the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (IWDG) invites you to join us at a local headland for Whale Watch Ireland 2026, between 5:00-7:00 PM. This annual event, now in its 24th year, comprises free and guided watches at local headlands and vantage points, as part of All-Ireland whale watch day. This...
On Saturday 23rd May the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (IWDG) invites you to join us at a local headland for Whale Watch Ireland 2026, between 5:00-7:00 PM. This annual event, now in its 24th year, comprises free and guided watches at local headlands and vantage points, as part of All-Ireland whale watch day. This...
On Saturday 23rd May the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (IWDG) invites you to join us at a local headland for Whale Watch Ireland 2026, between 5:00-7:00 PM. This annual event, now in its 24th year, comprises free and guided watches at local headlands and vantage points, as part of All-Ireland whale watch day. This...
On Saturday 23rd May the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (IWDG) invites you to join us at a local headland for Whale Watch Ireland 2026, between 5:00-7:00 PM. This annual event, now in its 24th year, comprises free and guided watches at local headlands and vantage points, as part of All-Ireland whale watch day. This...
On Saturday 23rd May the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (IWDG) invites you to join us at a local headland for Whale Watch Ireland 2026, between 5:00-7:00 PM. This annual event, now in its 24th year, comprises free and guided watches at local headlands and vantage points, as part of All-Ireland whale watch day. This...
On Saturday 23rd May the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (IWDG) invites you to join us at a local headland for Whale Watch Ireland 2026, between 5:00-7:00 PM. This annual event, now in its 24th year, comprises free and guided watches at local headlands and vantage points, as part of All-Ireland whale watch day. This...
On Saturday 23rd May the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group (IWDG) invites you to join us at a local headland for Whale Watch Ireland 2026, between 5:00-7:00 PM. This annual event, now in its 24th year, comprises free and guided watches at local headlands and vantage points, as part of All-Ireland whale watch day. This...