Bog of Allen Summer Wildlife Celebration

This Summer the Irish Peatland Conservation Council at the Bog of Allen Nature Centre are bringing forward their International Bog day celebrations.

Bog of Allen Summer Wildlife Celebration

Rathangan Community CentreRathangan


Event Details

  • Sat 15 Jul - Sun 16 Jul  2017
  • 9:30pm/11:30am - 5pm

  • Cost: Free

  • Venue Details
    Rathangan Community Centre

    Rathangan


On Saturday evening the 15th July at 9.30pm and Sunday 16th July between 11.30am-5pm wildlife walks, talks, exhibitions and hands on activities will be available for members of the public to get engaged with wildlife.

Join Kildare Bat Group at the Bog of Allen Nature Centre on Saturday 15th July to find out more fascinating facts about Irish bats and using a bat detector use your own sense of hearing to investigate what species of bat are living locally in Lullymore. 

The following day on Sunday 16th July join Moths Ireland at the Bog of Allen Nature Centre and get up close with some live moths that have survived the previous nights bat feast. Chat with BirdWatch Ireland Kildare Branch who will introduce visitors to the wonders of local birds.

This wildlife celebration will draw to a close with a historical walk of Lullymore. All are welcome to attend this free event. For those intending to take part in one of the walks suitable clothing for the outdoors is recommended including strong footwear.

The Bog of Allen Nature Centre are hosting this Summer wildlife celebration supported by Kildare County Council. For further details visit www.ipcc.ie/events or contact the centre on 045-860133.


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