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Bat Walk with Wicklow Bat Group at Killruddery House and Gardens for Biodiversity Week 2023
May 25, 2023 @ 9:15 pm - 11:15 pm
Join us on a night-time adventure to uncover the secret world of those most mysterious of nocturnal creatures – bats!
Join Wicklow Bat Group at Killruddery House & Gardens in Bray, Co. Wicklow where we be uncovering the secret world of bats! This walk will start at approx. 9.15pm and will last about 2 hours. We will start with a short talk about Irish bats and their fascinating life cycles. Then we will explore the gardens and grounds of Killruddery for bat activity and using bat detectors listen in on their ultrasonic calls and watch these elusive creatures in flight.
Details:
Date: Thursday 25th May 2023
Time: 21:15 to 23:15 approx.
Meeting point: Main Killruddery carpark
Please Note the following:
- Please wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch (although these will be used sparingly to avoid disturbing the bats).
- Children are very welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Probably not suitable for young children due to late time and long duration of the event.
- Unfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.
- Event is weather dependent. Please visit Wicklow Bat Group Facebook Page for any updates.
This event is free but limited to 30 spaces. Please book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bat-walk-with-the-wicklow-bat-group-at-killruddery-house-and-gardens-tickets-638329128607
This event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023.
