Join our ecologist, Padraic Creedon, as he discusses the 7 principles of Leave No Trace and how they can be specifically applied to our woodlands. Many of these areas are important wildlife refuges and offer important spaces for people to connect with nature and unwind. These wonderful habitats can face quite specific threats that require...
The Certified Awareness Course comprises six hours of training and can be easily adapted for specific audiences, environments, or recreational needs. The one-day course is ideally suited to outdoor educators,...
Light Pollution will be the focus of the World Migratory Bird Day 2022 campaign. Artificial light is increasing globally by at least 2 per cent per year and it is known to adversely affect many bird species. Light pollution is a significant threat to migratory birds, causing disorientation when they fly at night, leading to collisions with...
Join Padraic Creedon from Leave No Trace on Bertra Beach on Saturday, May 14th Learn how to identify different animal and plant species found on the shore and how that information can be used to help these wonderful habitats. Using a combination of printed and digital tools we will explore all the amazing life found...
The Explorers Education Programme promotes ocean awareness, knowledge and engagement, as well as supports ocean literacy and marine education in primary schools. The workshops are dully funded by The Marine Institute and are available to primary schools in Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal, Wexford, Louth and Limerick. If you would like to introduce your students to...
This presentation and discussion will highlight the need to balance farming and recreation in the High Nature Value lands in the MacGillycuddy Reeks. Topics will include: Designated land, Permissive Access, Landowner issues, Balancing recreation & farming, Raising awareness, Solutions and cooperation. Trisha Deane works with the Local Development Company...
The United Nations General Assembly adopted by consensus a resolution declaring 20 May as World Bee Day Every year on this day, the attention of the global public will be drawn to the importance of preserving bees and other pollinators. People will be reminded of the importance of bees for the entire humanity and invited...
The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. Leave No Trace have numerous HotSpot projects throughout the country promoting the protection of our biodiversity.
Save the Date! Leave No Trace Ireland Annual General Meeting 2022 Date: Thursday, 26th May 2022 Time: 11:00 – 13:00 (GMT) Location: Online via Zoom, hosted from Westport, Co. Mayo Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of Leave No Trace Ireland will be held on Thursday, 26th May 2022, from 11:00 to 13:00...
Date: Saturday, May 28th Location: Glenveagh National Park, Donegal Time: 10:00 -14:00 Introduction The Regional Trainer Meet-up is a chance for trainers to come together and meet face to face for a well-paced day at Glenveagh National Park in Donegal, filled with engaging discussions, lively practical sessions, and networking opportunities. The meet-up will take...
Sweden to host World Environment Day 2022 World Environment Day 2022 theme, ‘Only One Earth’, focuses on living sustainably in harmony with nature 2022 marks 50 years since Stockholm Conference which led to the designation of 5 June as World Environment Day Nairobi, 18 November 2021 – The Government of the Sweden will host World Environment Day 2022 in partnership...
Building on the introductory skills developed in the Certified Awareness Course the two-day Leave No Trace Trainer Course is a vital component of the national Leave No Trace Ireland programme. This two-day course is designed for individuals who will be delivering Leave No Trace Ireland Awareness Courses in the future or incorporating Leave No Trace...
