National Biodiversity Week at Tralee Bay Wetlands Eco & Activity Park
“National Biodiversity Week is all about connecting people with nature. It’s about communicating the importance of biodiversity and motivating people to play their part in protecting it.”
A week of superb nature events are scheduled to take place at Tralee Bay Wetlands Eco & Activity Park and while most events are free of charge, please note we ask that you reserve your place or book your tickets on line in advance.
The aim of Biodiversity Week is to encourage everyone to experience the nature & wildlife all around them. So why not visit your local Wetlands and join in on one or all of our events to explore and learn about the fantastic biodiversity around us.
Below is our full list of events taking place for Biodiversity Week, with times and links to website to reserve or book.
- Monday 16th May: Habitats for Bees and Butterflies with Niamh Ní Dhúill 4:30pm – 5:30pm
- Tuesday 17th May: Meet some of our Wild Native Plants with Niamh Ní Dhúill 4:30pm – 5:30pm
- Tuesday 17th May: Bat Walk with Irish Wildlife Trust 8pm – 10pm
- Wednesday 18th May: Explore the Wonderful World of Peatlands Workshops with the Irish Peatland Conservation Council 10am – 11:30pm, 12pm – 1:30pm & 2pm – 3:30pm - €9 per person
- Friday 20th May: Ponds and Dragonfly in Conservation Workshop with Alan Balfe 10am – 11:30pm
- Friday 20th May: Evening Chorus with Ed Carty, Ornithologist 7pm – 8pm
- Saturday 21st May: Early Morning Bird Chorus with Ed Carty, Ornithologist 7am – 8am
- Saturday 21st May: BioBlitz: Moths, Bugs and Flowers Oh My! with Jessica Hamilton 10am – 1pm
- Sunday 22nd May: “ Be an Ocean Hero” with Irish Whale and Dolphin Group 12pm – 1pm(suitable for Children aged between 7 and 12 years) €9 per person
- Sunday 22nd May: “ Identify Species in Kerry” with Irish Whale and Dolphin Group 2pm – 3pm (suitable for Adults) €9 per person
Please note that some of these events are outdoor events so we ask that you bring appropriate outdoor clothing and suitable footwear.
Places are limited on these events so we ask that you reserve, book your tickets or to see more information about these events click the Book Now Button
