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SUMMARY:Birds on the Big Screen
DESCRIPTION:Birds on the Big Screen – Enjoy a live‑streamed bird cam of nesting blue tits paired with educational talks delivered in a local school and nursing home. Building on last year’s popular bird cam ‘Nesting Up Close’. This year’s programme expands its reach with even more community outreach. \nCheck out the live stream on the Organic Centres You Tube\, and also live in the Grass Roof Cafe. \nNot just for Biodiversity Week! This is live from April 3rd!
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/birds-on-the-big-screen/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Birds
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T160000
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity  Treasure hunt
DESCRIPTION:Biodiversity Treasure Hunt\nExplore the outdoors and discover the hidden plants\, insects\, and wildlife around you. Using fun clues and checklists\, participants search for different species and natural features\, learning about local biodiversity while enjoying an engaging\, family‑friendly adventure. \nLeave your details and be entered into a draw announced after Biodiversity Week.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/biodiversity-treasure-hunt/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bees and Pollinators,Bioblitz,Birds
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260515T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260515T203000
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SUMMARY:Tackling algae bloom in rural lakes.
DESCRIPTION:Ollan Herr-‘Zero Waste Alliance Ireland’ will report on a pilot project where local communities separated human urine to remove phosphorus. \n\n\n\n\nIn light of ongoing threats from algae bloom to local lakes including Lough Melvin\, Ollan Herr from Zero Waste Alliance Ireland will show how local groups and communities can play their own small part in reducing algal blooms in nearby local surface waters. He will report on a pilot project from Dundalk that they are doing that. He will advocate how this type of project can help ensure that phosphorus contained in wastewater be prevented from entering local surface waters. \nA potential significant further step can be the removal and the treatment of separated urine to reduce emissions of phosphorus entering groundwater from septic tanks and cattle slurry. \nWith the closing of the Gulf of Hormuz\, governments around the world are realising just how dependent we all are on the burning of fossil fuels to produce fertilisers\, in particular\, phosphorus fertilisers. A long war with Iran will cause global phosphorus fertilisers to become ever more expensive and be a risk to food security. Local communities can play their part in solutions and recycle phosphorus from separated urine in advance of any potentil  future food security crisis. \nOllan Herr is a director of Herr limited https://herr.ie \nand a board Director of Zero Waste Alliance Ireland. https://www.zwai.ie
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/tackling-algae-bloom-in-rural-lakes/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bees and Pollinators,Community Action,Farm,Wheelchair Accessible
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T204803
CREATED:20260403T132211Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Sketch Walk with Melissa Culhane
DESCRIPTION:Nature sketch walk around the garden at the Organic Centre with nature artist from Leitrim\, Melissa Culhane (Doran).This is a relaxing workshop focusing on tuning into nature observing the beauty in natural forms.This is suitable for all ages and abilities so it’s perfect for families who want to do something together\, or you can come alone and draw with a group. Will all make simple drawings from observation\, with no pressure. Please bring a sketchbook on the day. https://goradiate.ie/nature-sketch-walks
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/nature-sketch-walk-with-melissa-culhane/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Garden,Insects,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260517T053000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260517T070000
DTSTAMP:20260418T204803
CREATED:20260414T141734Z
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SUMMARY:Dawn Chorus canoeing with 'Adventure Gently' .
DESCRIPTION:Glide across morning waters of Lough Melvin beside the Organic Centre\, as the sun rises and the landscape fills with birdsong. This peaceful early morning paddle offers a front row seat to the dawn chorus\, with plenty of moments to pause\, listen\, and take in the magic of wildlife waking up around you.\nMeeting spot to Lough Melvin will be announced and sent to participants closer to event.\nAnyone under 18 needs to be accompanied by an adult/guardian. Limited space.\nWaiting list in operation. If you book and unable to attend please free free up your space \,as event is v popular.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/dawn-chorus-canoeing-with-adventure-gently/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Birds,Fish,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260518T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260518T203000
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SUMMARY:Kildare Wildlife Rescue
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/kildare-wildlife-rescue/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Birds,Butterflies and Moths,Citizen Science,Community Action,Family Friendly,Garden,Hedgerows,Mammals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260519T133000
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SUMMARY:Grassland/Habitats and the rare Marsh Fritillary butterfly.
DESCRIPTION:Find out from Sabine Waniek about Rossinver’s semi natural grasslands: its importance as plant and insect habitat and biodiversity\, including its significance as home to the rare Marsh Fritillary Butterfly. Learn about how to recognise and to protect them. Sabine is a farmer on a smallholding with a life long interest/passion for flora and fauna. She is also a former tutor in a Level 5 qualification\, teaching a module in Biodiversity.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/grassland-habitats-and-the-rare-marsh-fritillary-butterfly/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Bees and Pollinators,Butterflies and Moths,Citizen Science,Community Action
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T190000
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SUMMARY:New study into Irelands wildlife.
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/new-study-into-irelands-wildlife/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Citizen Science,Mammals,Suitable for Schools,Trees and Woodlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T204803
CREATED:20260414T145356Z
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SUMMARY:Basket for bees.
DESCRIPTION:Baskets for Bees: Join the Organic Centres Head Gardener\, Aaron McGowan\, for a hands-on session where you’ll plant bee friendly hanging baskets that help support our buzzing pollinators. Go away with a flower and herb basket. Extremely limited places\, waiting list in operation. (Please ensure if you book and are unable to attend that you release your ticket\, as this event is extremely popular)
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/basket-for-bees/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Bees and Pollinators,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T204803
CREATED:20260404T121147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T121147Z
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SUMMARY:Introducing wildlife photography and day in the life of Fionn O' Donoghue
DESCRIPTION:Join popular wildlife influencer & enthusiast Fionn O’Donoghue as he will give you an introduction to wildlife photography\, a day in his life as an Ecologist\, and why he sees nature as so important for all of us.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/introducing-wildlife-photography-and-day-in-the-life-of-fionn-o-donoghue/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bees and Pollinators,Coastlines and Marine,Mammals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T204803
CREATED:20260404T120852Z
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SUMMARY:The wonder of Trees\, Butterflies and Bees.
DESCRIPTION:“The Wonder of Trees\, Butterflies & Bees\n\nA guided walk with Nature Educator Fiona Wheeldon. We will walk around the grounds of the Organic Centre and nearby section of Glenaniff River Walk. Learn all about our common trees\, butterflies and bees and their life stories. “
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/the-wonder-of-trees-butterflies-and-bees/
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Sraud\, Rossinver\, F91H978\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Bats,Bees and Pollinators
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