Co. Clare A panel discussion celebrating world wetlands day hosted by Surf Riders West Coast of Ireland (part of February Spring River series)

Start date: 03/02/2026

End date: 25/02/2026

Time: 19:30

Location: Falls Hotel, Ennistymon Co. Clare.

Every Wednesday at 19:30 in February there will be a free illustrative talk held at the Falls Hotel, Ennistymon Co. Clare.

Take a look on our Facebook page for more information, or send us an email to restoreballymacravenriver@gmail.com

Our First talk on 4th of February is .

Our second talk on 11th of February will be with poet James Harpur
Titled: A Vision for Water, An Event on Poetry and Rivers.

How we see rivers, lakes & wells is how we treat them.

Every Wednesday at 7:30pm at the Falls Hotel Ennistymon Co Clare, we will be hosting a talk celebrating and examining Irish rivers.

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:10:10+00:00January 23rd, 2026|

Co. Clare Tree planting in celebration of Brigid’s day & World Wetland Day.

Date: 31/01/2026

Time: 11:00

Location: Eircode V95 D2PC

Tree planting event with Restore Ballymacraven River Association

Where: Meeting along the Glen Walk down by the stone arched bridge. For anyone who’s new to the Glen: go to Eircode V95 D2PC to Falls Hotel, follow the river path in the direction of the river’s flow, then you’ll come to a stone bridge (you can’t miss it), we’ll meet there!

When: Saturday 31st January at 11am

What to bring: Tools will be provided, dress accordingly for a day outside, supportive waterproof shoes, rain gear, warm clothes.

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:12:33+00:00January 23rd, 2026|

Co. Clare Birds of the Shannon Estuary Talk

Date: 03/02/2026

Time: 19:30 - 20:30

Location: Labasheeda

This evening talk is organised by Clare County Council’s Biodiversity Officer in partnership with Labasheeda Tidy Towns, the National Parks and Wildlife Service and Clare Birdwatching. The event will mark the launch of the Birds of the Shannon Estuary Story Map, an online digital interactive educational resource aimed at communities and schools along the Shannon Estuary. Speakers will include representatives from Clare County Council, Clare Birdwatching and National Parks and Wildlife Service. Email biodiversity@clarecoco.ie for further details.

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:13:00+00:00January 23rd, 2026|

Co. Clare Knocknahila Bog Rewetting Project: Bog Walk and Talk

Date: 07/02/2026

Time: 11:30 - 13:00

Location: Mullagh

This bog walk and talk is organised by Clare County Council’s Biodiversity Officer and Knocknahila Community Biodiversity Group. The field outing will describe the peatland ecology of Knocknahila Bog, demonstrate the peat dams and peat bunds that were installed to facilitate rewetting and hear from the landowner, members of Knocknahila Biodiversity Community Group and the Biodiversity Officer on the work that was completed. As places are limited, please email biodiversity@clarecoco.ie for further details.

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:13:34+00:00January 23rd, 2026|

Co. Tipperary Birdwatching Breakfast at Cabragh Wetlands

Date: 31/01/2026

Time: 09:30 - 11:30

Location: Cabragh Wetlands Visitor and Interpretive CentreThurles, Tipperary

Co. Tipperary Birdwatching Breakfast Booking essential through Eventbrite

Click on his link Tipperary County Council to get tickets

Cabragh Wetlands Visitor and Interpretive CentreThurles, Tipperary

Join us in celebration of World Wetlands Day 2026

✨ Guided birdwatching – learn about the amazing wintering birds that make the wetlands their home
✨ A complimentary breakfast – warm food, good company, and nature all around
✨ A chance to connect with local biodiversity efforts

This event is hosted by the Tipperary County Council Biodiversity Office as part of our World Wetlands Day celebrations.

💚 Everyone welcome — bring binocolurs if you have them - Suitable clothing and footwear is essential - Number are limited

This is a Free Event

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:14:57+00:00January 22nd, 2026|

Co. Tipperary Scohaboy Bog Talk & Walk

Date: 02/02/2026

Time: 11:00

Location: Thomas MacDonagh Museum, Lower Main Street, Townfields, Cloughjordan, Co. Tipperary

Celebrating World Wetlands Day 2026

WETLANDS, CULTURE, RECREATION AND EDUCATION

Discussion: RAISING THE WATER LEVEL IN DRAINED PEATLANDS HAS A MAJOR ROLE IN ACHIEVING IRELAND’S CLIMATE, WATER QUALITY AND BIODIVERSITY OBLIGATIONS, AS WELL IMPROVING OUR ENVIRONMENT GENERALLY, the critical role of water in peatlands and peaty soils and drawing attention to the situation that drained peaty soils are a ‘wasting asset’ for farmers`

Exploring values:

Recreation & tourism

spiritual and inspiration
cultural identity & heritage
informal classrooms where Elders pass on ecological knowledge.

Local Engagement & Landowner Engagement Success Stories - An overview of the successful rewetting programme at Scohaboy Bog in Thomas MacDonagh Museum, 11am.

Afternoon field trip to Scohaboy Bog SAC with TUS Thurles & Gurteen College Agricultural students led by Ecologist Jim Ryan

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:15:24+00:00January 22nd, 2026|

Co. Meath Rooted in our Landscape- A discussion at the Book Market Cafe, Kells

Date: 02/02/2026

Time: 14:00 - 15:30

Location: The Book Market Café, 11 Market Street, Kells, Co. Meath A82 R990

To celebrate World Wetlands Day on Monday 2nd February, Meath County Council's Biodiversity Officer, Ben Malone, will sit down for a relaxed and reflective chat with local guests Dr Kate Flood and Elizabeth Mc Ardle, exploring the relationships between people, land, place and plants. All are welcome to come along, enjoy a warm drink and get involved in the chat!

Booking essential - email biodiversity@meathcoco.ie to book a place or register at: www.bit.ly/meath-wetlands-day"

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:15:51+00:00January 22nd, 2026|

Co. Westmeath. World Wetlands Day Walk & Talk at Lough Derravaragh

Date: 01/02/2026

Time: 11:00 - 13:00

Location: Donore Lough Derravaragh Caravan Car Park, Co. Westmeath

More info

To mark World Wetlands Day 2026, the Biodiversity Office of Westmeath County Council invites the public to a guided walk and talk at Lough Derravaragh.

The event will take place on Sunday, 1st February 2026 at 11.00am, meeting at Lough Derravaragh Caravan Car Park, County Westmeath. The walk and talk will be led by Gordon Wycherley, BirdWatch Ireland Westmeath Branch, who will highlight the birdlife of Lough Derravaragh and the importance of wetlands. It would be great to hear any local stories, memories, or cultural connections people may wish to share about wetlands and the landscape.

Lough Derravaragh is an important site for nature conservation in County Westmeath and is designated as a Special Protection Area (SPA) due to its importance for wintering waterbirds and wetland habitats.

The walk will last approximately one to two hours, depending on weather conditions. Walking distances will be short and not strenuous. Participants are advised to wear appropriate waterproof clothing and suitable footwear, as ground conditions may be wet and uneven. This free event is open to all and provides an opportunity to celebrate wetlands, learn from local expertise, and mark World Wetlands Day in a meaningful way.

Please note: As this event takes place within a Special Protection Area (SPA), any dogs present must be kept on a lead at all times to avoid disturbance to wildlife.

Biodiversity Office, Westmeath County Council
biodiversity@westmeathcoco.ie
087 166 5584

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:16:21+00:00January 21st, 2026|

Co. Westmeath. World Wetlands Day Walk & Talk at Milltownpass Bog.

Date: 31/01/2026

Time: 14:00 - 15:30

Location: Milltownpass Bog Car Park, Co. Westmeath

More info

To celebrate World Wetlands Day 2026, the Biodiversity Office of Westmeath County Council invites the public to a guided walk and talk at Milltownpass Bog, County Westmeath.

The event will take place on Saturday, 31st January 2026 at 2.00pm, meeting at the Milltownpass Bog Car Park. The walk and talk will be led by George Smith, a specialist wetlands ecologist, who will highlight the mosses, wetland habitats, and ecological importance of the bog. It would be great to hear any local stories, memories, or cultural connections people may wish to share about bogs and wetland landscapes.

Milltownpass Bog is an important wetland site in County Westmeath and is designated as a Natural Heritage Area (NHA), recognising its value for peatland habitats, biodiversity, and
landscape heritage. The walk will last approximately one to one and a half hours, depending on weather conditions. Walking distances will be short and not strenuous; however, ground conditions may be wet and uneven. Participants are advised to wear appropriate waterproof clothing and suitable footwear.

This free event is open to all and provides an opportunity to celebrate wetlands, learn from specialist knowledge, and mark World Wetlands Day in a meaningful way. Please note: As this event takes place in a sensitive wetland area, any dogs present must be kept on a lead at all times to avoid disturbance to wildlife.

Biodiversity Office, Westmeath County Council
biodiversity@westmeathcoco.ie
087 166 5584

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:16:54+00:00January 21st, 2026|

Co. Offaly Watch Wintering Birds on the Callows

Date: 01/02/2026

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Location: Meet at Crank House carpark, Banagher

Join us in celebrating World Wetlands Day 2026 (a day early) at the Shannon Callows!

With expert Brian Caffrey from BirdWatch Ireland will lead us to a number of sites close to Banagher to observe a range of birds that overwinter on the callows.

All are welcome, dress for the weather!

This event comes as part of the #Offaly Naturalists' Field Club Programme, supported by The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and The Heritage Council in partnership with BirdWatch Ireland

Tara Challoner2026-01-28T12:17:33+00:00January 19th, 2026|