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SUMMARY:Nocturnal Bat Walk – Portlick Forest\, Co. Westmeath
DESCRIPTION:Discover the hidden world of bats in Portlick Forest on this guided nocturnal walk led by Midlands Bat Group as part of Biodiversity Week 2026. \n\nThis walk offers a unique opportunity to observe bat activity and listen to their echolocation calls using bat detectors while learning about the species that inhabit the area. \n\nEvent Details\nDate: Wednesday\, 20 May 2026\nTime: 9:00pm\nMeeting Point: Car park\, Portlick Forest (near Glasson\, Co. Westmeath) \n\nImportant Information\n\nBooking essential via email: biodiversity@westmeathcoco.ie\nFurther details will be provided after registration\n\nEvent Info Link:\nhttps://biodiversityweek.ie/event/biodiversity-nocturnal-bat-walk-portlick-millennium-forest/ \nPlease Note: \n\nWear sturdy footwear and warm clothing\n\n\nBiodiversity Week\nPart of National Biodiversity Week 2026.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/nocturnal-bat-walk-portlick-forest-co-westmeath
LOCATION:Portlick Forest\, Glasson\, Co Westmeath\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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SUMMARY:Bat Safari at Glenveagh National Park
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to team up with Glenveagh National Park for their annual festival ‘Le Chéile don Dúlra – Together for Nature which will run during Biodiversity Week from 17 – 24 May 2025.  We will be there to kick off the week with our interactive information stall on Sunday 17th May 11am – 3pm. A batty stall will be on display for the whole week. \nOn Wednesday 20th May\, after all the daytime fun is over\, it’s time for nature at night! We will host a family bat quiz\, crafts and finish off the evening with a guided bat safari with special bat detecting equipment that will let you ‘hear’ the bats as they fly around. \nSuitable for ages 7+\, advanced booking essential as places are limited and children must be always accompanied and supervised by a parent/guardian. Bring a torch\, high-vis jacket and wear suitable clothes and footwear. \nCheck out the rest of the festival programme – it will celebrate Glenveagh’s biodiversity through creativity\, conversation and community.  There will be lots of events throughout the park that will appeal to both visitors and locals.  This year\, the festival is focused on conversation around landscape\, history\, people and nature with a special emphasis on the arts. \n\nThere will be nature walks and hikes\, art and music\, workshops and demonstrations throughout the week. It will introduce you to birds and bats\, wildflowers and trees\, bogs\, mountains and lakes! Just a huge celebration of the vast biodiversity to be found in Glenveagh National Park.\n\n\n\nThe festival is a partnership with Donegal County Council\, the Glebe Gallery\, Creative Ireland\, National College of Art and Design and other key stakeholders.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-safari-at-glenveagh-national-park
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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SUMMARY:Naas Canal Basin Bat Walk – Co. Kildare
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group for an evening bat walk at Naas Canal Basin and learn about the species that forage along Ireland’s waterways. \n\nThis guided walk will introduce participants to bat ecology and conservation\, with the chance to listen to bats using bat detectors as they emerge at dusk. \n\nEvent Details\n📅 Date: Wednesday\, 20 May 2026\n🕒 Time: At sunset\n📍 Location: Naas Canal Basin\, Co. Kildare \n\nImportant Information\n\nBooking essential: kildarebatgroup@gmail.com\nNumbers limited\nExact meeting details will be provided after booking\n\nPlease Note: \n\nNo dogs or wheeled items (e.g. scooters\, prams\, bikes) as these interfere with bat detectors\nWear warm clothing and sturdy footwear\n\n\nBiodiversity Week\nPart of National Biodiversity Week 2026.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/naas-canal-basin-bat-walk-co-kildare
LOCATION:Naas Canal Basin\, Naas Canal Basin\, Naas\, Co Kildare\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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SUMMARY:Discover Bats at Castlecomer
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Biodiversity Week with a bat walk around Castlecomer Discovery Park! \n\nThis is a free event\, open to all and will involve walking through the various habitats in the park\, watching and listening for bats at night.\nThe walk will begin at the front entrance to Castlecomer Discovery Park Centre\, please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Head torches are welcomed\, particularly red light torches.\nThe event will begin soon after sunset at 21:00 and will aim to finish as close to 22:30 as possible.\nAttendees should note that we will be covering rough ground and open water at times.\nBookings are limited and should be taken-up through the Castlecomer Discovery Park website\, bookings page: https://discoverypark.recras.nl/bookprocess/?id=7\n\n  \nThis event is a joint event held by the Kilkenny Field Naturalists Club\, Bat Conservation Ireland (Kildare Bat Group) & Castlecomer Discovery Park.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/discover-bats-at-castlecomer
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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SUMMARY:Digby Bridge Bat Walk – Co. Kildare
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of bats at dusk with Kildare Bat Group on a guided bat walk at Digby Bridge. \n\nUsing bat detectors\, participants will have the opportunity to hear bats in real time and learn about their behaviour\, habitats\, and importance in the ecosystem. \n\nEvent Details\n📅 Date: Monday\, 18 May 2026\n🕒 Time: At sunset\n📍 Location: Digby Bridge\, Co. Kildare \n\nImportant Information\n\nNumbers limited – booking essential\nBooking email: kildarebatgroup@gmail.com\nExact meeting time and location will be shared after booking\n\nPlease Note: \n\nNo dogs or wheeled items (e.g. scooters\, prams\, bikes) as these interfere with bat detectors\nWear sturdy footwear and warm clothing\n\n\nBiodiversity Week\nPart of National Biodiversity Week 2026.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/digby-bridge-bat-walk-co-kildare
LOCATION:Digby Bridge\, Sallins\, Naas\, Co Kildare\, Digby Bridge\, Sallins\, Naas\, Co Kildare\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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SUMMARY:🦇 Bats & Science Workshop (Kids Event) – IPPC Centre\, Co. Kildare
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group in collaboration with the Irish Peatland Conservation Council (IPPC) for a fun and interactive Bats & Science Workshop as part of Biodiversity Week 2026! \n\nThis engaging session is specially designed for children and will explore a variety of fascinating “batty” topics\, introducing young participants to Ireland’s native bats\, how they live\, and the science behind echolocation and conservation. \n\nEvent Details\n📅 Date: Saturday\, 16 May 2026\n🕒 Time: 10:00am (sharp start)\n📍 Location: IPPC Discovery Park Centre\, Bog of Allen Nature Centre\, Lullymore West\, Rathangan\, Co. Kildare \n\nImportant Information\n\nSuitable for: Children aged approx. 8–12\nAll children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian\nCapacity: Maximum 30 participants\nBooking essential: kildarebatgroup@gmail.com\nFree event\n\n\nBiodiversity Week\nPart of National Biodiversity Week 2026.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/%f0%9f%a6%87-bats-science-workshop-kids-event-ippc-centre-co-kildare
LOCATION:Bog of Allen Nature Centre\, Lullymore\, Rathangan\, Kildare\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Bats of the Boyne!
DESCRIPTION:Join Bat Conservation Ireland and Meath CoCo Biodiversity Office for Biodiversity Week and explore the beautiful trail along the Boyne River at Trim\, Co. Meath. Meet at the car park of Trim Pitch and Putt Club at 9.00pm. There is free parking available in the Council car park on Jonathan Swift Street beside Aldi. \nOnce the sun sets\, the fun begins! We will take a walk along the Boyne with special bat detecting equipment and find out what bat species call the Boyne Valley home. \nFree event. \nSuitable for ages 7+ \nChildren must be accompanied and supervised by a parent/guardian at all times. Please wear sturdy footwear and warm clothing and bring a torch. \nBooking essential as places are limited – due to high demand we recommend booking well in advance.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/the-bats-of-the-boyne
LOCATION:C15 R293\, Trim Pitch and Putt Club Car Park\, Trim\, Meath\, C15 R293\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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SUMMARY:The Bats of Inch Island
DESCRIPTION:Join Donegal Bat Group for Biodiversity Week and explore the stunning landscape of Inch Island\, County Donegal. \nMeet at Spill the Beans Coffee Shop for a fun family quiz\, bat crafts and refreshments (cakes included!) \nAt sunset\, the fun really begins! A walk around the island with special bat detecting equipment will help us find out what bat species call the island home. \nFree event. \nSuitable for ages 7+ \nChildren must be accompanied and supervised by a parent/guardian at all times. \nBooking essential as places are limited – due to high demand for last year’s event\, we recommend booking well in advance. \n 
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/the-bats-of-inch-island
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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SUMMARY:Bat Talk & Walk – Strokestown House\, Co. Roscommon
DESCRIPTION:Join Midlands Bat Group for a special Bat Talk & Walk at Strokestown House as part of Biodiversity Week 2026. \n\nThis engaging evening will combine an informative talk with a guided walk through the historic parkland. Participants will learn about Ireland’s native bat species\, their ecology\, and conservation\, followed by a walk around the grounds to listen for bats using bat detectors as they emerge at dusk. \n\nEvent Details\nDate: Friday\, 15 May 2026\nTime: 8:30pm\nLocation: Strokestown House\, Strokestown\, Co. Roscommon\, F42 H282\n\nImportant Information\n\nBooking required via:\nhttps://strokestownpark.ie/event/bat-talk-walk-with-midland-bat-group/\nPlease be aware that this workshop takes place in an upstairs room\, accessible by stairs only. \nWear warm clothing and sturdy footwear\nEvent is weather dependent\n\n\nBiodiversity Week\nPart of National Biodiversity Week 2026.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-talk-walk-strokestown-house-co-roscommon
LOCATION:Strokestown House\, Stokestown\, Co Roscommon\, F42 H282\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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SUMMARY:Discover Bats
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URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/discover-bats
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk
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SUMMARY:11th Irish Bat Conference
DESCRIPTION:Bat Conservation Ireland is delighted to invite you to the 11th Irish Bat Conference. This will be held in Riddel Hall\, Queens University\, Stranmillis Road\, Belfast in March 2026. \nSaturday (or all weekend) tickets include access to all talks\, posters and exhibitions on Saturday\, tea breaks and a delicious lunch as well as a wine reception on Saturday evening. Sunday (or all weekend) tickets include access to all workshops\, posters and exhibitions on Sunday morning\, a tea break and another delicious lunch. \nWe have a busy programme with over 25 talks planned for Saturday on topics as varied as the impacts of noise and light on bats\, bats and pest suppression\, monitoring schemes\, lesser horseshoe bat conservation\, physiology\, bat migration and offshore wind. See the conference programme here– please note this may be subject to change in the run up to the conference. \nSATURDAY KEYNOTE PRESENTERS \n \nLothar Bach of Bach-Freilandforschung consultancy has been working on bats and wind energy for almost 30 years and Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) for over 18 years. He has also made extensive contributions to the EUROBATS Working Group on Wind Energy. He has carried out many research collaborations to accumulate a considerable body of work relating to impacts of wind energy on bats. Research topics have included estimating densities of migrating bats and development of suitable mitigation for ORE\, investigating migratory pathways using stable isotopes\, radiotracking studies in the North Sea and much more. \n \nDr Christina Stanley is an Associate Professor in Animal Behaviour and Welfare at the University of Chester\, where she is currently Deputy Head of the School of Natural Sciences. She is a behavioural ecologist researching the social experiences of animals\, with a focus on bats. Dr Stanley has focused on research with practical applications to conservation and the quantification of animal welfare. For example\, a long-term project working with the endangered Livingstone’s fruit bat has significantly improved our ability to manage captive breeding populations of this and other fruit bat species. She is currently leading a Leverhulme Trust-funded project that will improve our ability to mitigate against anthropogenic impacts on wild lesser horseshoe bats. This project\, named the “BATMAN” project (standing for “BAT Monitoring via novel Assays and smart Nanoelectronics”) and in collaboration with the Vincent Wildlife Trust\, will also facilitate the assessment of wild bat welfare and design exciting new technology for monitoring small-bodied bats. \nSUNDAY WORKSHOPS \nOn Sunday morning we have a packed schedule with six excellent workshops. The provisional conference programme including Sunday workshops can be downloaded from the link above – see more info below on some of our workshop leaders and topics. \nDrone Thermal Imaging Bat Roost Surveys \n \nGiles Coe is a commercial ecologist who has been in practice since 2001. He has worked at all levels within the ecological consultancy sector and since 2021 has run a small\, dedicated company based in the south-east of England but with a project portfolio that stretches from Cornwall to North Wales and North-East Scotland. Giles’ work with bats has been ongoing since 2004 and includes surveys and assessments of large historic buildings\, subterranean structures and factory complexes. Since 2023 Giles and team have been developing the use of drone mounted thermal imaging for bat surveys and had their protocol Bats & Aerial Thermal Surveys published in the CIEEM quarterly magazine. \nBat-friendly Lighting Design \n \nKerem Asfuroglu is the founder of Dark Source\, an award-winning lighting design studio driven by environmental values based in Ireland & the UK. Following his graduation from Wismar University – Architectural Lighting Design MA in 2010\, Kerem pursued his professional design career in London for nearly a decade before setting up Dark Source in 2019. He has been awarded with the title of Dark Sky Defender by the Dark Sky International for advocating the importance of darkness through design. Some of his environmental lighting projects include the Newport Dark Sky Masterplan\, Plas Y Brenin Outdoor Centre\, Presteigne Dark Sky Community\, Cloughjordan Ecovillage and Cumbria TAN Dark Sky Planning Policy. \nOptimising the Value of Static Surveillance for Routine Bat Surveys \n \nTina Aughney of Bat Eco Services and has a wealth of bat field expertise from Ireland and abroad. With this workshop she aims to provide strategies on the deployment of static detectors and how to utilise statics detectors to provide greater insight into nightly activities of bats. This will be followed by guidance on the analysis and presentation of the data gathered to insure that the value of the survey is fully represented in reports. \nWildlife Acoustics SM5 and SMART Technology – A Curtailment System for Wind Turbines \n \nPaul Howden Leach of Wildlife Acoustics will take us through the new SM5 unit and SMART Technology that aims to reduce bat fatalities at wind turbines. He will also introduce the Song Meter Mini2/Micro 2  preview what else is in development at Wildlife Acoustics. \nEnhancing Bat Ecology and Monitoring with Ecology Detection Dogs: Best Practices and Guidance \n \n  \nCaroline Finlay and Cathal Bergin of Ecology Detection Dog Working Group of Britain and Ireland will showcase recent advances in the field.  They will present an evidence-based framework to optimise detection dog performance outlining crucial factors such as handler-dog training\, environmental conditions\, and study design considerations. They will also offer practical advice for researchers and practitioners. \nBats and Trees \n \nDavid Clarke – Bat Ecologist at Bat Conservation Ireland\, will explore how to deal with tree surveys for bats in line with the best guidelines and practices available.  The workshop will primarily focus on conducting ground level tree assessments\, learning how to identify some of the most common potential roost features present in trees including some of the more often overlooked features such as ivy cover. It will also cover other considerations including desktop surveys\, equipment needed and more advanced survey techniques when it comes to monitoring bats in trees effectively and lawfully. \nTickets on sale now via our Ticket Tailor site here! \nFor accommodation options we are linked in with IBIS Queens Quarter. They have offered a 10% discount on their best available rate at the time of booking.  Tel: 028 9033 3366 > Press Option 1 > Press Option 2 (use prefix 048 instead of 028 if dialling from Republic of Ireland); h7288-re@accor.com. To avail of the discounted rate\, you will need to quote 11th Irish Bat 2026\, when booking directly with them.  Their office hours are Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/11th-irish-bat-conference
LOCATION:Riddel Hall\, Riddel Hall\, 185 Stranmillis Road\, Belfast\, BT9 5EE\, Northern Ireland
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SUMMARY:Have a Natterer Webinar Series - November 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to share details of our next ‘Have a Natterer’ webinar\, as follows:  \n\n‘Nocturnal Wildlife Needs Darkness – How to share the night sky with bats’ – delivered by Dr. Tina Aughney\n\nDate: Tuesday 18 November 2025 \nTime: 7.30pm \nRegister your place at: https://tinyurl.com/5anbv68x \nA recording of this webinar will be made available after the event on our Youtube Channel.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/have-a-natterer-webinar-series-november-2025
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250919T193000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Bats on Culture Night
DESCRIPTION:Discover the secret life of bats with Kildare Bat Group. \nMeet at the Square in Ballymore Eustace at 7.30pm for a sunset walk along the river.  Bat detectors will be provided. \nParticipants should wear warm waterproof clothing\, strong footwear and children need to be accompanied and supervised by a parent/guardian at all times.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/celebrate-bats-on-culture-night
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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SUMMARY:Bat Identification and Survey Methods
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is aimed at those who are relatively new to bat work. During the course\, participants will gain practical experience in different methods used to survey for bats and their roosts. The workshop will be led by two of Ireland’s foremost bat specialists\, Bat Conservation Ireland staff members Niamh Roche and Karen Healy. Some of the topics we will cover include – signs of bats during daytime surveys\, assessing roost potential\, nighttime surveys of bat roosts using various tools such as detectors\, thermal imaging and endoscopes\, sonogram analysis.  Field work will take place at a number of locations in Cong village and within driving distance of Cong. \nFor more details and to buy tickets see \nhttps://buytickets.at/batconservationireland/1696126 \n 
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-identification-and-survey-methods
LOCATION:Crossroads Community Centre\, Gortaroe\, Cong\, Mayo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250830T201500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250830T221500
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250819T122836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T122836Z
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SUMMARY:Bats of Castletown House
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group for a bat talk and walk around the grounds of the historic Castletown House \nPlease note: \n– Please wear a warm waterproof coat and strong footwear \n– All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times \n– Event suitable for ages 7+ \n– No dogs allowed (except guide dogs) \n– In the event of poor weather\, the event may be rescheduled
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-of-castletown-house
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250827T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250828T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250520T082937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T083428Z
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SUMMARY:Specialist Bat Trapping\, Handling and Identification
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is aimed at those who want to build on their existing bat work to gain experience in advanced trapping & handling skills. The workshop will be led by one of Ireland’s foremost bat ecologists\, Tina Aughney with assistance from Bat Conservation Ireland staff\, David Clarke and Karen Healy. The tutors will cover advanced skills such as handling bats – first with dead specimens then with live bats in the field. The course will also cover setting up and manning of various traps and nets such as hand nets\, mist nets and harp traps\, as well as how to use an acoustic lure. Daytime lectures and demonstrations will take place in the Virginia Show Centre (Virginia\, Co. Cavan) while field work will take place at a number of locations near Virginia and Killeshandra. \nFor more details\, ticket prices and to book go to \nhttps://www.tickettailor.com/events/batconservationireland/1696008 \nThis course is open to individuals with 3+ years of bat work experience and who can confirm up-to-date rabies inoculations.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/specialist-bat-trapping-handling-and-identification
LOCATION:Virginia Show Centre\, Virginia\, Co. Cavan\, A82 A9X2
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Bat Conservation Ireland":MAILTO:events@batconservationireland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250824T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250824T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250801T101131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T101131Z
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SUMMARY:For the Love of Bats
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group and LAWPRO for a fun bat talk and walk in Ballycumber to celebrate Heritage Week! \n 
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/for-the-love-of-bats
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250823T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250823T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250801T102242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T102242Z
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SUMMARY:Ballybofey Bat Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Donegal Bat Group to celebrate Heritage Week at Drumboe Woods! \nLearn all about Irish bat species and how to use special bat detecting equipment. \nThis is a free event. \n  \nNotes: \n– Bat detectors and high vis vests provided. \n– Suitable for ages 7+ \n– Please wear a warm waterproof coat and strong footwear \n– All children must be supervised and accompanied by an adult at all times \n– Event is weather dependent \n  \nPlaces are limited – book via Ticket Tailor
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/ballybofey-bat-walk
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250823T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250823T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250717T201307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T201307Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Canal Bat Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Heritage Week and Bats! \nJoin Kildare Bat Group and Sallins Tidy Towns for a magical night exploring nocturnal wildlife along the Grand Canal with special bat detecting equipment. \nFree to attend and booking essential: sallinstidytowns@hotmail.com
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/grand-canal-bat-walk
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250822T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250822T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250730T095733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T095844Z
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SUMMARY:Discover Bats at Donegal Castle
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe have teamed up with Donegal Castle to bring you a very special event to celebrate Heritage Week 2025! \nIn the very heart of Donegal town\, towering over the River Eske\, stands Donegal Castle. Most visitors will explore this historic castle during the daytime but few will have had the opportunity to explore it after dark. \nWe will start our nocturnal adventure inside the castle where you will enjoy refreshments and young bat enthusiasts will create their own clay bat\, we will deliver a bat talk and you can test your bat knowledge in our quiz. \nAt sunset\, we will begin our walk with special bat detecting equipment so that you can ‘hear’ the bats as we walk around the castle grounds and along the River Eske. \nTHIS IS A FREE EVENT! \n  \n \nNational Heritage Week celebrates Ireland’s cultural\, built and natural heritage. \nIt brings together volunteers\, community groups and heritage enthusiasts to share their experience\, knowledge culture and practices. \nThis year’s theme is ‘Exploring Our Foundations’ and invites us to delve into the building blocks of our heritage; not just the structures\, but the landscapes and cultural activities that have shaped us.  What better place to do this than at an historic Irish castle looking for the world’s only flying mammal! \nPlease note: \n– Event is not suitable for under 7s \n– All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times \n– Dogs are not permitted (except guide dogs) \n– Please bring a warm waterproof coat and wear strong footwear with grips \n– In the event of poor weather\, the outdoor session will be postponed \n– Please let us know any dietary\, access or any other special requirements
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/discover-bats-at-donegal-castle
LOCATION:Donegal Castle\, Donegal Town\, Donegal\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250820T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250820T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250801T100649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T100649Z
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SUMMARY:Explore the Nightlife Monaghan
DESCRIPTION:Explore the ‘Nightlife’ of Monaghan! \n\nEver wonder what happens after-dark in Monaghan? Now is your chance to find out\, with a guided night-time walk to discover which creatures are out after dark. \nCelebrate Heritage Week at St Louis Convent Monaghan Entrance Gates\, Convent Car Park\, Clones Road Monaghan Town \nWe have teamed up with Monaghan County Council’s Biodiversity Officer to lead a bat walk and talk. Come along and learn about the bats of the Convent grounds\, while Heather Bothwell will show us how to attract moths to the trees with a sugar mixture\, allowing us to get up close and personal with these fascinating creatures. \nEvent takes place in the evening outdoors\, so wear suitable clothing and footwear\, and bring a small torch. \nEvent is weather-dependant. \n\nAll children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. \n\nFurther Information and to book a place:\nBiodiversity Officer Monaghan Co Co \n\n\n\n047-73722\nheritage@monaghancoco.ie
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/explore-the-nightlife-monaghan
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250820T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250820T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250730T095213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T095213Z
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SUMMARY:Athy Tidy Towns Moonlight Bat Talk and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Heritage Week with Kildare Bat Group and Athy Tidy Towns \nTo book a place please email: pberry@kildarecoco.ie
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/athy-tidy-towns-moonlight-bat-talk-and-walk
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250818T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250814T135137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T135137Z
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SUMMARY:Mad about bats - bats and science
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group for a unique event this Heritage Week at the Irish National Stud & Gardens\, from 10am – 12pm on Monday 18th August! Learn about bat habitats\, how they are affected by their environment\, light and sound\, and much more. \nThese are interactive workshops for small groups\, ideal for kids aged 8 – 12. All children must be accompanied by an adult\, with max two children per adult. Tickets are free\, and do not grant access to the Irish National Stud & Gardens before or after the event – general admission can be bought separately. The event runs from 10am – 12pm with a range of activities to take part in and learn all about bats! \nThe event is run in conjunction with the National Heritage Council\, Bat Conservation Ireland\, Kildare Bat Group and the Irish National Stud & Gardens. Booking is essential to secure your place!
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/mad-about-bats-bats-and-science
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250816T204500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250816T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250715T100023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T100023Z
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SUMMARY:Bats About Newbridge at Sunset
DESCRIPTION:A Heritage Week Bat Walk\nJoin Newbridge Tidy Towns & Kildare Bat Group & enjoy a sunset bat talk & walk along the Green Flag For Parks Liffey Linear Park on the Strand & along the \nPhoto credit: Paul Van Hoof \ntowpath to the Watering Gates – kindly guided by Anna Collins & her colleagues from the Kildare BAT Group. \nMeeting point is The Outdoor Gym on “The Strand”\, Liffey Linear Park\, Athgarvan Road\, Newbridge\, Co. Kildare. \nLearn all about the secret life of bats & have your questions on bats in the locality answered. \nThen join us on a short walk along the River Liffey to watch & hear some bats while using Heterodyne bat detectors. \nAs a minimum we hope to observe Daubenton’s Bat (Myotis daubentonii)\, Soprano pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pygmaeus)\, Common pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pipistrellus)\, Leisler’s bat (Nyctalus leisleri) & hopefully more species on the night. \nAs the event takes place on the banks of the River Liffey (on a tarmacadam path)\, children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. \nPlease wear warm / suitable outdoor clothing. \nCar parking – including 2 adjacent disabled parking bays on nearby public streets. \nFáilte roimh chách.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-about-newbridge-at-sunset-2
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250808T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250808T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250617T120747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T121431Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening for Bats Workshop\, Sonáirte
DESCRIPTION:Join Niamh Roche from Bat Conservation Ireland to learn more about what you can do to support bats in your garden or community! Niamh is an ecologist with a family background in horticulture who has many years of experience working in her own wildlife-friendly garden in Meath. This workshop will start with a presentation about Irish bats – explaining their lifecycles\, ecology and what they need from the landscape. We will then take a walk before sunset in the beautiful surroundings of Sonáirte to discuss the wildlife and bat-friendly measures already in place on the site. We will do some hands-on potting up of native plant cuttings and sow some locally collected wildflower seeds\, for you to take home. We will end the evening with a short bat walk after dark on the grounds of Sonáirte. \nPotting compost will be supplied. Participants are asked to bring their own gardening secateurs\, gardening gloves and two or three small\, clean sterile pots. Plastic fruit or yoghurt containers also work well. In the interests of biosecurity please ensure that any reused pots from your garden are scrubbed very thoroughly before bringing them to the site. \nWe will take a break for tea/coffee and treats during the evening\, please let us know in advance if you have any special dietary needs. \nIf you have a bat detector feel free to bring it along for the bat walk. The bat walk element of the workshop will be subject to suitable weather conditions. \nPlease wear sturdy footwear and bring warm/waterproof clothing. \nTickets €50 per person\, or €45 for Bat Conservation Ireland members\, available from the Ticket Tailor link below. \nThis event is supported by The Heritage Council.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/gardening-for-bats-workshop-sonairte
LOCATION:Sonairte\, Ninch\, Laytown\, Meath\, A92 D9XH\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250731T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250731T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250617T120846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T121351Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening for Bats Workshop\, GIY Grow HQ
DESCRIPTION:Join Niamh Roche from Bat Conservation Ireland to learn more about what you can do to support bats in your garden or community! Niamh is an ecologist with a family background in horticulture who has many years of experience working in her own wildlife-friendly garden in Meath. This workshop will start with a presentation about Irish bats – explaining their lifecycles\, ecology and what they need from the landscape. We will then take a walk before sunset in the GIY Grow HQ gardens to discuss the wildlife and bat-friendly measures already in place on the site. We will do some hands-on potting up of native plant cuttings and sow some locally collected wildflower seeds\, for you to take home. We will end the evening with a short bat walk after dark on the grounds of GIY. \nPotting compost will be supplied. Participants are asked to bring their own gardening secateurs\, gardening gloves and two or three small\, clean sterile pots. Plastic fruit or yoghurt containers also work well. In the interests of biosecurity please ensure that any reused pots from your garden are scrubbed very thoroughly before bringing them to the site. \nWe will take a break for tea/coffee and treats during the evening\, please let us know in advance if you have any special dietary needs. \nIf you have a bat detector feel free to bring it along for the bat walk. The bat walk element of the workshop will be subject to suitable weather conditions. \nPlease wear sturdy footwear and bring warm/waterproof clothing. \nTickets €50 per person\, €45 for Bat Conservation Ireland members available from the Ticket Tailor link below. \nThis event is supported by The Heritage Council.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/gardening-for-bats-workshop-giy-grow-hq
LOCATION:GIY (Grow HQ)\, Waterford\, X91 NX30
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250726T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250726T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250617T120358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T121310Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening for Bats Workshop: The Organic Centre
DESCRIPTION:Join Niamh Roche from Bat Conservation Ireland to learn more about what you can do to support bats in your garden or community! Niamh is an ecologist with a family background in horticulture who has many years of experience working in her own wildlife-friendly garden in Meath. This workshop will start with a presentation about Irish bats – explaining their lifecycles\, ecology and what they need from the landscape. We will then take a walk before sunset in the beautiful surroundings of The Organic Centre to discuss the wildlife and bat-friendly measures already in place on the site. We will do some hands-on potting up of native plant cuttings and sow some locally collected wildflower seeds\, for you to take home. We will end the evening with a short bat walk after dark on the grounds of the Organic Centre. \nPotting compost will be supplied. Participants are asked to bring their own gardening secateurs\, gardening gloves and two or three small\, clean sterile pots. Plastic fruit or yoghurt containers also work well. In the interests of biosecurity please ensure that any reused pots from your garden are scrubbed very thoroughly before bringing them to the site. \nWe will take a break for tea/coffee and treats during the evening\, please let us know in advance if you have any special dietary needs. \nIf you have a bat detector feel free to bring it along for the bat walk. The bat walk element of the workshop will be subject to suitable weather conditions. \nPlease wear sturdy footwear and bring warm/waterproof clothing. \nTickets €50 per person\, or €45 for Bat Conservation Ireland members\, available from the Ticket Tailor link below. \nThis event is supported by The Heritage Council.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/gardening-for-bats-workshop-the-organic-centre
LOCATION:The Organic Centre\, Rossinver\, Co. Leitrim\, F91 H978
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250725T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250725T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250617T120016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T121205Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening for Bats Workshop: Irish Seed Savers
DESCRIPTION:Join Niamh Roche from Bat Conservation Ireland to learn more about what you can do to support bats in your garden or community! Niamh is an ecologist with a family background in horticulture who has many years of experience working in her own wildlife-friendly garden in Meath. This workshop will start with a presentation about Irish bats – explaining their lifecycles\, ecology and what they need from the landscape. We will then take a walk before sunset in the beautiful surroundings of Irish Seed Savers to discuss the wildlife and bat-friendly measures already in place on the site. We will do some hands-on potting up of native plant cuttings and sow some locally collected wildflower seeds\, for you to take home. We will end the evening with a short bat walk after dark on the grounds of Seed Savers. \nPotting compost will be supplied. Participants are asked to bring their own gardening secateurs\, gardening gloves and two or three small\, clean sterile pots. Plastic fruit or yoghurt containers also work well. In the interests of biosecurity please ensure that any reused pots from your garden are scrubbed very thoroughly before bringing them to the site. \nWe will take a break for tea/coffee and treats during the evening\, please let us know in advance if you have any special dietary needs. \nIf you have a bat detector feel free to bring it along for the bat walk. The bat walk element of the workshop will be subject to suitable weather conditions. \nPlease wear sturdy footwear and bring warm/waterproof clothing. \nTickets €50 per person\, or €45 for Bat Conservation Ireland members\, available from the Ticket Tailor link below. \nThis event is supported by The Heritage Council.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/gardening-for-bats-workshop-irish-seed-savers
LOCATION:Irish Seed Savers\, Co. Clare\, V94 V6W0
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250718T213000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250718T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250710T162340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T162418Z
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SUMMARY:Killyon Bat Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group for a bat walk at Killyon Cow Park on Friday 18th July @ 9.40pm \nTickets available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bat-walk-tickets-1419796713189
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/killyon-bat-event
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250525T213000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250525T233000
DTSTAMP:20260604T032943
CREATED:20250428T092542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T092542Z
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SUMMARY:Bats of Ballymore Eustace
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin a magical night walk with Anna Collins in Ballymore Eustace and celebrate Biodiversity Week. \nAnna will kick off the evening with a short and fascinating talk about the bats that call our environment home\, complete with real samples! Then\, we’ll head out for a riverside walk\, using bat detectors to listen for these incredible nocturnal creatures in action. \n  \nMeeting Point: The Square\, Ballymore Eustace \nRoute: Along the Liffey Walk (across from the school) finishing at the bridge \nLimited to 30 places! \nRegister now: bmeenvgrp@gmail.com \n  \nPlease bring: \n\nWarm & waterproof clothing\nSturdy footwear\n\nPlease note: \n\nNo buggies\, bikes\, scooters – they interfere with the detectors.\nNo dogs (except guide dogs) will be permitted on the walk\nChildren must be accompanied by an adult\n\nLet’s explore the night and discover the bats that flutter just beyond our sight!
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-of-ballymore-eustace
LOCATION:Co Westmeath
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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