National Biodiversity Week is all about connecting people with nature. It’s about communicating the Biodiversity Week at the Organic Centre
importance of biodiversity and motivating people to play their part in protecting it. It’s also about celebrating the fun and wonder that can be found in nature – and inspiring people to learn & do more. There are events covering all interests, from the ocean to the mountain tops. Join in to celebrate Ireland’s biodiversity with a range of family-friendly activities. Check out our array of events below. There is something for everyone. There more events throughout Leitrim and the country. biodiversityweek.ie
Rewilding’ with Padraic Fogarty, Friday May 16th 7pm-8.30
Bug hunt with Fiona Wheeldon Saturday May 17th 2pm.
Introduction to Bee Keeping 18th May 11am
Fowleys Falls Walk and Talk with Ingrid Foley
Agrosocial at the Organic Centre: Tuesday 20th May from 10.00 to 1.pm Leitrim
Celebrating Biodiversity Week with Dark Sky Ireland May 20th May 8pm-10pm.
Water Bug safari Saturday May 24th 10am-11am, 11am-12pm
Baskets For Bees. Saturday 24th of May 2pm-3.30pm.
Nature Sketch Walk with Melissa Culhane; 25th May 2pm-3.30pm
A self guided scavenger hunt will be in operation every day throughout Biodiversity Week:
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Please note: Children need to be accompanied by parents at all times.
New ‘Wild life audio visual exhibition’ of the wild life that our cameras are witnessing at the Organic Centre, will be in the cafe at the Organic Centre. Get a chance to see first hand the beautiful creatures that surround the centre protected through the way we produce our food. This will available to view at the Organic Centre and launched for Biodiversity Week on May 16th to the 25th. In the Grass roof cafe, no booking required.
Nesting close up! Exciting new wildlife bird camera gathering never seen footage at the Organic Centre of birds nesting on site. Witness the beauty up close as we watch and chart their progress, and hope for eggs and fledgings. We will get a chance to catch up and chat to experts on what’s been found now and during Biodiversity week.No booking required. Catch regular updates on our social media platforms online.https://www.theorganiccentre.ie/event/nesting-close-up/566