FEBRUARY 2024 WALK - SUNDAY 18th FEBRUARY - 2pm
HARPER'S ISLAND WETLANDS - GLOUNTHAUNE |
Harper's Island Wetlands is a significant refuge for many species of wintering waterbirds and so much more... a 2km nature trail, bird hides, a nesting bank for sand martins and educational resources. Access is suitable for all ages and abilities.
Thanks to Dara Fitzpatrick who will lead and inspire us with his knowledge and passion for our bird life. There is parking available on the adjacent road. The site is also an 8 min walk from Glounthaune Railway Station. Please, note there are absolutely no dogs allowed. For further information call Mary on 0879589786. Visit the Harper's Island Wetland website. Google maps link here. |
There's something special about Tracton...
From an ecological perspective, the diversity of the natural habitats in our local area makes Tracton unique.
The combination of woodland, estuary, salt marsh, open farmland, freshwater lake, rivers and shoreline attracts a wide variety of butterflies, moths migrant birds and other animals, and it supports rare and unusual plants. To the members of these different species Tracton is home; it provides the special conditions they require to survive, grow, thrive and rear their families.
If you are interested to learn more about the wonderfully unique environment in which you live, and also fun ways in which you and your family can appreciate and contribute to maintaining this biodiversity, please provide us with your email address so that we can notify you of upcoming activities and events.
These include:
For further information please email Helen, or call 087 2909739.
The combination of woodland, estuary, salt marsh, open farmland, freshwater lake, rivers and shoreline attracts a wide variety of butterflies, moths migrant birds and other animals, and it supports rare and unusual plants. To the members of these different species Tracton is home; it provides the special conditions they require to survive, grow, thrive and rear their families.
If you are interested to learn more about the wonderfully unique environment in which you live, and also fun ways in which you and your family can appreciate and contribute to maintaining this biodiversity, please provide us with your email address so that we can notify you of upcoming activities and events.
These include:
- Monthly nature walks
- Nature documentaries
- Workshops for adults and children
- Talks
- River trips
For further information please email Helen, or call 087 2909739.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed it's the only thing that ever has."
Margaret Mead
(cultural anthropololgist)
Margaret Mead
(cultural anthropololgist)
Photos by Derry Manley...
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Find out the simple things farmers are doing to enhance biodiversity, and discover the biodiversity on your own farm...
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WATER QUALITY SURVEY
Water is key to the beauty and viability of the Tracton area, which is home to rare and protected species of plants and insects. The first step to preserving and enhancing the rich biodiversity and our incomparable environment was to survey the quality of the water in the Minane River Valley. This survey was was carried out during 2022. PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE REPORT HERE: |
minane_river_aquatic_biodiversity_report_nov22.pdf | |
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