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SUMMARY:Bat Walk - Sallins/Naas\, Co. Kildare.
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group at the canal Naas/Sallins\, Co. Kildare\, for a batty fun-filled evening! Using bat detectors you can listen in on their ultrasonic calls and watch these elusive creatures in flight. You will learn more about Irish bat species and their life cycle as the walk progresses. \nDetails: \n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing\, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.\nChildren under 18 are very welcome\, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvents are weather dependent.  If there is heavy rain on the night\, the walk will be cancelled\, but an alternate night will be chosen and those who booked a place for the walk will be notified. Places are limited\, so please book early.\n\nMeeting Point: Leinster Mills\,  on the canal heading towards Sallins\, Co. Kildare. \nMeeting Time: Sunset (approx. 9.30pm) \nPlease Note: This event needs to be booked in advance.  Please e-mail: kildarebatgroup@gmail.com to reserve your place.  Full details will be provided to you\, when you book your place. \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-sallins-naas-co-kildare
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230525T211500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230525T231500
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk with Wicklow Bat Group at Killruddery House and Gardens for Biodiversity Week 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a night-time adventure to uncover the secret world of those most mysterious of nocturnal creatures – bats! \nJoin 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. \nDetails: \nDate: Thursday 25th May 2023 \nTime: 21:15 to 23:15 approx. \nMeeting point: Main Killruddery carpark \nPlease Note the following: \n\nPlease 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).\nChildren 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.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvent is weather dependent. Please visit Wicklow Bat Group Facebook Page for any updates.\n\nThis 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 \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-with-wicklow-bat-group-at-killruddery-house-and-gardens-for-biodiversity-week-2023
LOCATION:Killruddery House and Gardens\, Bray\, co. Wicklow\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230525T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230525T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043935
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SUMMARY:Thursday Talks - Bats and Bugs: Project Findings
DESCRIPTION:As part of Bat Conservation Ireland’s ‘Thursday Talks’ series 2023\, James Nolan B.Sc. M.Sc. from UCD’s Batlab will present key findings of the Bats and Bugs project. James carried out DNA analysis of bat droppings that were sent in by citizen scientists from roosts all across Ireland. In this talk\, James will describe what kinds of bats were present and what those bats had been eating. This work broadens our understanding of the ecosystem services bats provide in Ireland in terms of consumption of pest insects. It also opens up new possibilities for using bat dropping samples as indicators of environmental quality. The Bats and Bugs project was funded by the Community Foundation Ireland and National Parks and Wildlife Service. \nThis free webinar is open to all\, however you must register a place.  It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023. \n 
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/thursday-talks-bats-and-bugs-project-findings
LOCATION:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/thursday-talks-bats-and-bugs-project-findings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230524T213000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230524T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043935
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SUMMARY:Bats of Merlin Woods\, County Galway
DESCRIPTION:Join Galway Bat Group who will introduce you to Irish bat species of Galway and take you on a bat walk. Using bat detectors you can listen in on their ultrasonic calls and try to spot these elusive creatures in flight. \nDetails: \n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing\, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.\nChildren under 18 are very welcome\, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvents are weather dependent.  If there is heavy rain on the night\, the walk will be cancelled\, but an alternate night will be chosen and those who booked a place for the walk will be notified. Places are limited\, so please book early.\n\nMeeting Point: Merlin Community Garden\, Merlin Park Woods\, Doughiska\, Co. Galway. \nPlease Note: Please e-mail: galwaybatgroup@gmail.com for further information. \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-of-merlin-woods-county-galway
LOCATION:Merlin Community Garden\, Merlin Park Woods\, Doughiska\, Co. Galway\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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SUMMARY:Bat box workshop followed by walk - Doon\, Co. Limerick
DESCRIPTION:*****Cancelled until further notice******** \n  \nLimerick Bat Group will be hosting a Bat Box Workshop\, followed by a bat walk as part of their activities for Biodiversity Week 2023. \nTitle of Event: Bat box workshop followed by walk \nDate: Tuesday 23rd May 2023 \nTime: TBC \nLocation: Main St\, Lisgaugh\, Doon\, Co. Limerick\, V94 12 \nFull details for this event will follow shortly.  For further information\, please e-mail: limerickbatgroup@gmail.com \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-box-workshop-followed-by-walk-doon-co-limerick
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230522T213000
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk - St. Catherine's Park\, Leixlip\, Co. Kildare.
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group at Leixlip\, Co. Kildare for a batty fun-filled evening! Using bat detectors you can listen in on their ultrasonic calls and watch these elusive creatures in flight. You will learn more about Irish bat species and their life cycle as the walk progresses. \nDetails: \n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing\, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.\nChildren under 18 are very welcome\, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvents are weather dependent.  If there is heavy rain on the night\, the walk will be cancelled\, but an alternate night will be chosen and those who booked a place for the walk will be notified. Places are limited\, so please book early.\n\nMeeting Point: Fire Station\, Leixlip\, Co. Kildare. \nPlease Note: This event needs to be booked in advance.  Please e-mail: kildarebatgroup@gmail.com to reserve your place.  Full details will be provided to you\, when you book your place. \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-st-catherines-park-leixlip-co-kildare
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230522T201500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230522T201500
DTSTAMP:20260604T043935
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SUMMARY:Bat Talk and Walk at Lough Muckno\, Co. Monaghan
DESCRIPTION:Join bat expert\, Dr. Niamh Roche of Bat Conservation Ireland for a batty fun-filled evening\, where she will introduce you to the wonderful world of our Irish bats.  Using bat detectors you can listen in on their ultrasonic calls and watch these elusive creatures in flight. You will learn more about Irish bat species and their life cycle as the walk progresses. \nDetails: \n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing\, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.\nChildren under 18 are very welcome\, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvents are weather dependent.  If there is heavy rain on the night\, the walk will be rescheduled.  Please keep an eye on Bat Conservation Ireland’s Facebook Page for further details.\nBooking is essential – to reserve a place contact smcquaid@monaghancoco.ie\n\nMeeting Point: Gate Lodge\, Lough Muckno\, Co. Monaghan \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-talk-and-walk-at-lough-muckno-co-monaghan
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230520T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230520T160000
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SUMMARY:Bat Talk - Gorey Library\, Co. Wexford
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Alan Poole of Wexford Bat Group\, will be giving this talk. aimed at anyone with an interest in wildlife\, with a focus on our Irish bats. This talk will introduce our local species\, and discuss where they are found\, what they require to survive\, and the threats that they face. How we identify bats and and use bat detectors to listen to their ultrasonic world\, will also be covered. The talk will give information on Wexford Bat Group\, which was formed in 2022\, with the aim of promoting an appreciation of and the conservation of Bats in county Wexford. \nDate: 20 May 2023 \nTime: 3pm \nLocation: Gorey Library \nTo learn more about Wexford Bat Group\, please visit their Facebook page for further information: Wexford Bat Group | Wexford | Facebook. \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-talk-gorey-library-co-wexford
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230519T213000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230519T233000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk with Kildare Bat Group
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited for this bat walk and talk by Kildare Bat group in aid of Kildare Wildlife Rescue. The talk will be followed by a walk using bat detectors\, where you can listen in on bat’s ultrasonic calls and watch these elusive creatures in flight. \nPlease wear appropriate clothing and footwear for this walk. \nMeeting Time: 9.30pm \nLocation: Watering gates\, Linear park\, Newbridge\, Co Kildare \nFor further information and to book your place: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bat-walk-tickets-614126247137?aff=eand
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-with-kildare-bat-group
LOCATION:Watering gates\, Linear park\, Newbridge\, Co Kildare\, Ireland
GEO:53.7797554;-7.3055309
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230519T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230519T210000
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk and Talk - Castlepollard\, Co. Westmeath
DESCRIPTION:Join the bat enthusiasts of Midland Bat Group\,  for a batty fun-filled evening\, where they will introduce you to the wonderful world of our Irish bats.  Using bat detectors you can listen in on their ultrasonic calls and watch these elusive creatures in flight. You will learn more about Irish bat species and their life cycle as the walk progresses. \nDetails: \n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing\, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.\nChildren under 18 are very welcome\, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvents are weather dependent.  If there is heavy rain on the night\, the walk will be rescheduled.  Please keep an eye on Bat Conservation Ireland’s Facebook Page for further details.\n\nMeeting Point: Tullynally Castle\, Castlepollard Co. Westmeath \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2023. \n 
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-and-talk-castlepollard-co-westmeath
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230429T204500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230429T214500
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk - Rossnaree River Walk
DESCRIPTION:Organised by Wildlife Rehabilitation Ireland\, at this exciting evening bat walk\, you will have the opportunity to walk at dusk with an experienced guide from Kildare Bat Group\, searching for beautiful bats. You will learn about the life cycle of these fascinating creatures and hopefully get to see and hear some of the bats. \nPlease bring warm clothes as this event takes place after sunset. Children are welcome to attend but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nThere is no artificial lighting along the route (perfect for bats!) so please bring a torch in case you need to break away from the main group for any reason. \n**IMPORTANT** \n\nNo dogs allowed\nWear sturdy shoes\nDress appropriately\nTorch advised\n\nLocation: Rossnaree River Walk\, Rossnaree\, Duleek\, Meath. \nFor further information and to book your place: https://events.eventzilla.net/e/wri-bat-walk–2023-2138597686?resp=on&dateid=2138402839 \n 
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-rossnaree-river-walk
LOCATION:Rossnaree River Walk\, Rossnaree\, Duleek\, Meath\, None\, Ireland.\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230421T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230421T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
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SUMMARY:Bats and Bugs Results Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join Bat Conservation Ireland and University College Dublin’s Bat Lab in the beautiful surroundings of the Royal Irish Academy in Dawson Street\, Dublin to hear about the results of recent research into bat ecosystem services in Ireland. We will hear from James Nolan who analysed samples sent in by volunteer citizen scientists across Ireland and Gwen Hurpy\, a PhD student who has been looking into diet of pipistrelle and brown long-eared bats. We will also launch our new animated video about the project. \nThe animation and talks will be followed by a wine and canapé reception. \nTo attend please reserve a free ticket here: \nhttps://app.tickettailor.com/events/batconservationireland/888411 \nThis project was funded by The Community Foundation for Ireland and the National Parks and Wildlife Service.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-and-bugs-results-launch
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230401T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20230315T101214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T101214Z
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SUMMARY:Bat identification\, biometrics workshop and an insight into the secret life of bats – general ecology
DESCRIPTION:An Event Organised by Kildare Bat Group \nPlease book your place before 5.00 p.m. on the 25th of March by emailing kildarebatgroup@gmail.com as places are limited \nVenue: \nWestgrove Hotel\, Clane\, Co. Kildare\, W91 YWE0 \n \nDate: Saturday\, 1st April\, 2023 \nTickets:  € 50 \nRegistration on the day at 9.45 a.m. \nWorkshop: 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-identification-biometrics-workshop-and-an-insight-into-the-secret-life-of-bats-general-ecology
LOCATION:Westgrove Hotel\, Clane\, Kildare\, Ireland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230313
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
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SUMMARY:Bat Conservation Ireland 10th Irish Bat Conference
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Saturday 11 March and Sunday 12 March 2023\nLocation: Athlone Springs Hotel\, Co. Roscommon\, N37 F9T3\nWe are delighted to bring you the 10th National Bat Conference\, which will bring together leading experts in bat research\, education\, conservation and activism.  It is a great opportunity to come together after an extra-long break of 6 years\, to meet colleagues\, friends and batty experts to learn about new developments\, technology and research\, as well as developing new skills. \nOpening Address: Minister Malcolm Noonan\, TD\, Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform\nAdditional key speakers:\n\nProf. Fiona Mathews\, Prof. of Environmental Biology (Evolution\, Behaviour & Environment)\, School of Life Sciences\, University of Sussex;\nDr. Hugo Rebelo\, Research Centre in Biodiversity and Genetic Resources\, University of Porto\, Portugal;\nEnda Mullen\, Divisional Ecologist\, National Parks and Wildlife Service\n\nWe will also have numerous presentations on various aspects of bat research\, projects\, conservation and more.\nWorkshops will take place on Sunday 12 March and will cover the following topics:\n\nBat Surveys & Windfarms – Pre & Post Planning Monitoring;\nBats and Lighting;\nUse of New Imaging Technologies in Bat Work;\nBats and Heritage Buildings;\nHow to Run a Bat Walk & Resources for Bat Groups.\n\nMembers of the Irish Planning Institute who attend the three relevant workshops on Sunday morning will earn 3 CPD points. \nThe provisional conference programme is available here – 10th Irish Bat Conference Programme \nTickets can be booked for the full conference or either Saturday 11 March or Sunday 12 March. Price includes access to talks and/or workshops\, teas/coffees\, lunch on the day and the wine reception on Saturday evening. Accommodation and dinner are the responsibility of individual delegates. The Athlone Springs Hotel is has a limited number of rooms available for Friday 10 and Saturday 11 March.  Please contact the hotel directly for more information. \nParking is available at the hotel.  For delegates taking public transport\, Athlone is serviced by trains and buses from various locations around Ireland.  The Athlone Springs Hotel is situated approx. 6km from Athlone Train Station and is serviced by the A1 and A2 buses from the train station. \nThis conference is grant aided by The National Parks and Wildlife Service \n \n  \nMany thanks to conference sponsors \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-conservation-ireland-10th-irish-bat-conference
LOCATION:Athlone Springs Hotel\, R362\, Monksland\, Athlone\, Roscommon\, N37 F9T3\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20221018T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20221018T130000
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SUMMARY:Bats and Heritage Structures
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free online workshop to learn about protecting bats during management\, maintenance and restoration of heritage structures. This workshop is aimed at conservation architects\, engineers\, planners and heritage site managers who may be involved in planning and carrying out works. Heritage sites include listed buildings\, stone bridges\, ruins\, traditional farm buildings and other sites of historical or archaeological interest. To attend this workshop you are not expected to have any prior knowledge of bats or biodiversity. \n \nThe seminar will include: \nA short introduction to Irish bats by Dr Niamh Roche of Bat Conservation Ireland. Niamh co-ordinates a number of Irish bat monitoring schemes and recently co-authored an Identification Guide to Ireland’s Bats. \nA presentation from Dr Tina Aughney\, also of Bat Conservation Ireland\, who has worked on many heritage sites with bats. For this talk she will describe the steps taken to protect bats at a stone bridge that required structural strengthening works\, as well as her experiences at other heritage sites. \n  \nFergal McNamara of 7LArchitects is an RIAI Grade 1 Conservation Architect who has been involved in restoration works on heritage sites with bats. Fergal will detail his experiences of working on a Norman tower house site\, which is also a bat roost\, in County Galway. \nThe workshop will finish up with a 20 minute\, participant-led\, open discussion session with the expert panel. \nWhat this workshop will achieve: Participants will learn more about ensuring bat species are protected at heritage sites when works are required. This will help any planned works remain in compliance with the wildlife legislation. \nMembers of the Irish Planning Institute will be entitled to 2 CPD points for attending this workshop. \nThis workshop is funded by The Heritage Council and is free for participants to attend. \nA zoom link will be sent to registered participants in advance of the event. \n 
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-and-heritage-structures
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220924
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk and Talk - Newbridge
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group & enjoy a bat walk & talk at sunset on Saturday 23 September\, as part of Culture Night 2022. \nThis event will be guided by Anna Collins & colleagues from the Kildare Bat  Group.  The group will be meeting at The Watering Gates\, Newbridge\, Co. Kildare. \nDetails: \n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing\, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.\nAs this event takes place on the banks of the Liffey\, Children/Young People under 18 are very welcome\, but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.\nThis is a fully accessible\, family-friendly event & is free of charge.\nCar parking – including 2 adjacent disabled parking bays are available on nearby public streets.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvents are weather dependent.\nTo reserve your place\, please e-mail: kildarebatgroup@gmail.com.\n\nThis event is taking place as part of Culture Night 2022.  For further information please visit – https://culturenight.ie/
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-and-talk-newbridge
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220907T003000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220907T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
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SUMMARY:Test
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URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/test-2
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220820T204400
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SUMMARY:'Bats About Newbridge At Sunset' - Heritage Week Bat Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Newbridge Tidy Towns & Kildare Bat Group & enjoy a bat walk & talk along the Liffey Linear Park towpath.  This event will be guided by Anna Collins & colleagues from the Kildare Bat  Group.  The group will be meeting at The Watering Gates\, Newbridge\, Co. Kildare. \nDetails: \n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing\, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.\nAs this event takes place on the banks of the Liffey\, Children/Young People under 18 are very welcome\, but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.\nThis is a fully accessible\, family-friendly event & is free of charge.\nCar parking – including 2 adjacent disabled parking bays are available on nearby public streets.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvents are weather dependent.\nFurther information is available at – newbridgetidytowns@gmail.com\n\nThis event is taking place as part of Heritage Week 2022.  For further information please visit – https://www.heritageweek.ie/event-listings/bats-about-newbridge-at-sunset
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-about-newbridge-at-sunset-heritage-week-bat-walk
LOCATION:The Watering Gates\, Newbridge\, Kildare\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220819T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220819T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220629T101227Z
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SUMMARY:'Bats about Rooks!' - Bat Walk and Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join Irish Wildlife Trust Laois/Offaly Branch\, Bird Watch Ireland and Kildare Bat Group for a walk through the People’s Park\, Portlaoise. We will hear from Ricky Whelan about the Rookery just outside the park at the Downs\, now known to be the largest roost in County Laois\, and then walk through the park along the Triogue to hear about bats from Anna Collins of Kildare Bat Group. \nMeet the group at the Car Park of the People’s Park\, New Road\, Portlaoise. \nDetails: \n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear (as it may be wet underfoot) and warm outdoor clothing\, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.\nAs the event will be out after dark along the river bank\, children/young people under 18 are very welcome\, but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.\nThis is a family-friendly event & is free of charge.\nPlease let the organisers know of any accessibility needs and they will do their best to put these in place.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvents are weather dependent.\nFurther information is available at – ccasey@laoiscoco.ie\n\nThis event is taking place as part of Heritage Week 2022.  For further information please visit – https://www.heritageweek.ie/event-listings/bats-about-rooks
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-about-rooks-bat-walk-and-talk
LOCATION:Peoples Park\, Portlaoise\, 5-7\, New Road\, Portlaoise\, Co. Laois\, R32R5XF\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220819T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220819T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220902T095612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T095612Z
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SUMMARY:Bats of Curraghchase - the secret soundscape of the night
DESCRIPTION:Explore the secret soundscape of the night forest\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nComposer Fiona Linnane and the Limerick Bat Group will lead a creative session exploring how we can learn to really tune in to the sounds around us and respond to them in a creative way\, including the calls of the bats of Curraghchase. All materials will be provided. Suitable for all ages (however\, if booking for children you may prefer to attend the earlier family friendly event at 6pm) \nFollowing this session you will be invited to explore a new installation among the trees. Wander the path and listen to the stories of all things batty from Limerick Bat Group and composer Fiona Linnane. You may even hear the weird and wonderful call of the charismatic Lesser Horseshoe! \nTo complete the evening\, Limerick Bat Group’s Albert Nolan will lead a bat walk through the park\, including the opportunity to learn how to use bat detectors. \nThis is an outdoor event so wear suitable clothing and footwear. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. \nYou must book a place to attend this event.  Please book your ticket here: Bats of Curraghchase Tickets\, Fri 19 Aug 2022 at 20:00 | Eventbrite \nSupported by Arts Council of Ireland Artist in the Community Scheme and Limerick Arts Office
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-of-curraghchase-the-secret-soundscape-of-the-night
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220819T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220819T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220808T093539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T092518Z
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SUMMARY:Bats of Curraghchase - A secret soundscape
DESCRIPTION:Explore the secret soundscape of the night forest presented by composer Fiona Linnane and the Limerick Bat Group\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nThis family friendly event\, suitable for all ages\, will begin with a creative session exploring active listening lead by composer Fiona Linnane and the Limerick Bat Group. We will be exploring how we can learn to really tune in to the sounds around us and respond to them in a creative way\, including the calls of the bats of Curraghchase. All materials will be provided. Suitable for all ages. \nYou will then be invited to explore a new installation among the trees. Wander the path and listen to the stories of all things batty from Limerick Bat Group and composer Fiona Linnane. You may even hear the weird and wonderful call of the charismatic Lesser Horseshoe! \nThis is an outdoor event so wear suitable clothing and footwear. Suitable for all ages but some walking involved. \nLocation: Curraghchase Forest Park\, Curraghchase\, Co. Limerick. \n\nYou must register for this event.  Please book your ticket here: Bats of Curraghchase Tickets\, Fri 19 Aug 2022 at 18:00 | Eventbrite \n\nSupported by Arts Council of Ireland Artist in the Community Scheme and Limerick Arts Office
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-a-secret-soundscape
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220814T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220814T230000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220810T112702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T112702Z
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SUMMARY:Bat talk and walk in Bruree Village\, Co. Limerick
DESCRIPTION:Bat Rehabilitation Ireland and Limerick Bat Group will be hosting a Bat walk and talk as part of National Heritage week and Limerick Bat Groups Bats and Water Project (sponsored by LAWPRO) in the village of Bruree\, County Limerick.\nJoin us at the Village Community Hall where will have a short talk on bats\, what to do if you find a bat\, how the various bat detectors are used and how to be involved with bats before starting our bat walk which will cover the bank of the river Maigue up to Ballynoe graveyard. Note that the event location may not show the correct meeting point. The meeting point is at the town hall and the talk should take approximately 45 minutes. \nPlease be aware for wheelchair users that we will encounter some uneven ground but help will be at hand if needed. \nTickets will be limited for safety purposes. Please ensure you have pre-booked a ticket. The bat walk element of this event is weather permitting as bat detectors cannot be operated in the rain. \nIf you are attending please wear suitable footwear and clothing\, bring a torch and high visibility jacket if possible. Tickets can be booked at the following link and event details are on Limerick Bat Groups Facebook page: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bat-talk-and-walk-tickets-399525209657
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-talk-and-walk-in-bruree-village-co-limerick
CATEGORIES:Bat Talk and Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220727T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220727T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220722T084706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T084706Z
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SUMMARY:All Ireland Daubenton’s Waterways Survey Training – 27 July 2022
DESCRIPTION:https://www.batconservationireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/All-Ireland-Daubentons-Bat-Training-flyer-animated.mp4
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/all-ireland-daubentons-waterways-survey-training-27-july-2022
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220712T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220721T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220630T091232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T091232Z
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SUMMARY:All Ireland Daubenton's Waterways Survey Training - July 2022
DESCRIPTION:https://www.batconservationireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Daubentons-Survey-Training-Dates-1.mp4
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/all-ireland-daubentons-waterways-survey-training-july-2022
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220616T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220525T093342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T093342Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Talk - Rice farmers that got along with soprano pipistrelles: a nice story of a friendship
DESCRIPTION:Adrià López-Baucells will give our next Thursday Talk on – “Rice farmers that got along with soprano pipistrelles: a nice story of a friendship”. \nImage ©Paul van Hoof \nAdrià\, is a National Geographic Explorer\, who is establishing a new project based in Madagascar\, whose farmers are totally dependent on subsistence farming.  They experience big problems of harvest loss\, along with heavily threatened bat populations\, due to vast deforestation.  As bats are well-known to be excellent pest controllers\, his team are working to assess the effectiveness of bats as pest suppressors in rural areas\, using bat boxes and field experiments\, while promoting bat conservation among local villagers and farmers. \nTo read more about Adrià and his work\, please see: https://www.adriabaucells.com/about-me/ \nYou must book your place below\, to attend this talk.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/thursday-talk-rice-farmers-that-got-along-with-soprano-pipistrelles-a-nice-story-of-a-friendship
LOCATION:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/thursday-talk-rice-farmers-that-got-along-with-soprano-pipistrelles-a-nice-story-of-a-friendship
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220523T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220516T153054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T153054Z
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk and Talk - Carrickmacross\, Monaghan
DESCRIPTION:As part of Biodiversity Week\, the Heritage Section of Monaghan County Council will be hosting a bat walk and talk\, meeting at Carrickmacross Civic Centre\, Monaghan. \nTina Aughney of Bat Conservation Ireland\, will share her vast knowledge of these wonderous mammals\, in a unique habitat. \nFurther details on this walk and to book are available from Sandra McQuaid\, Heritage Section\, Monaghan Co. Co. – smcquaid@monaghancoco.ie \nThis is part of their overall activities for Biodiversity Week 2022.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-and-talk-carrickmacross-monaghan
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220522T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220429T135640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T113041Z
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SUMMARY:Bats in your Back Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join bat expert Dr Tina Aughney for this online\, virtual experience as she goes through a presentation and videos of bats in her garden in Co. Cavan.  Tina will talk you through bats that \n\nDaubenton’s Bat Hunting ©Paul van Hoof \n\n\nare likely to be attracted to your garden; hedgerows\, plants and flowers that are likely to encourage bat activity; and trees\, bat boxes\, eaves and crevices in the surrounds of your garden that are likely to host/encourage bat roosts. \nTina has over 15 years’ experience in running bat conservation monitoring programmes and personally has developed a biodiversity haven in her own garden.  She is committed to preserving native Irish plants and shrubs\, which when under threat from development projects\, find a new home in her back garden.  Her personal biodiversity project in 2020 was to install a pond in her back garden\, which is a great way to encourage bats in your back garden through insect predation. \nThis virtual experience is a free event and it will take place on 22 May 2022\, during Biodiversity Week.  It will be open to the public across Ireland to attend\, as long as they register. \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2022. \nYou will need to register for this event.  Please register below and link to participate in the event will be sent to you.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-in-your-back-garden
LOCATION:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bats-in-your-back-garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220521T213000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220521T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220429T100917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T100917Z
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk\, Sallins\, Co. Kildare.
DESCRIPTION:Join Kildare Bat Group at Sallins\, for a batty fun-filled evening! This walk will start at 9.30pm and using bat detectors you can listen in on their ultrasonic calls and watch these elusive creatures in flight. You will learn more about Irish bat species and their life cycle as the walk progresses. \nDetails: \n\nPlease wear appropriate footwear and warm outdoor clothing\, wear a hi viz vest and bring a torch.\nChildren under 18 are very welcome\, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.\nNo prams or bikes please\, as they are not suitable for the terrain.\nUnfortunately dogs are not allowed at this event.\nEvents are weather dependent.  If there is heavy rain on the night\, the walk will be cancelled\, but an alternate night will be chosen and those who booked a place for the walk will be notified. Places are limited\, so please book early.\n\nPlease Note: This event needs to be booked in advance.  Please e-mail: kildarebatgroup@gmail.com to reserve your place.  Full details will be provided to you\, when you book your place. \nThis event is free and open to all. It is being held as part of Biodiversity Week 2022.
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-sallins-co-kildare
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220521T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220429T100949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T100949Z
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SUMMARY:Bat Walk with Meath Bat Group
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Biodiversity Week 2022 (15th to 22nd May) join Sonairte on Saturday 21st of May for a Bat Walk and Survey event with the Meath Bat Group.  \nThis event starts at 8 PM in the Long Hall with a presentation on bats to learn more about various species in Ireland and their habitats. As the sun goes down\, the Meath Bat Group will take you around the Sonairte grounds on a bat walk/bat survey. This event is expected to end around 11 PM\, but there will be opportunity to leave earlier for families with children.  \nWith thanks to the Department of the Environment\, Climate and Communication VIA the Irish Environmental Network (IEN) for supporting this event. \nSonairte reserves the right to cancel the event if minimum attendance is not met or in the case of changing health regulations relating to COVID-19. \nTickets are necessary for this event and can be booked at the Eco Shop or online at the Eventbrite link below: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bat-walk-with-meath-bat-group-tickets-276615443237
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/bat-walk-with-meath-bat-group
ORGANIZER;CN="Sonairte":MAILTO:hello@sonairte.ie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220521T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20220521T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T043936
CREATED:20220506T091757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T091757Z
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SUMMARY:How to build a bat box and improve your garden for bats
DESCRIPTION:This talk and mini workshop is hosted by Limerick Bat Group and will be led by Sean Hartigan.  \nWe will meet at Castletroy Town Park\, Limerick and have a chat there. Sean will demonstrate how to build a bat box and there will be a small number of pre-cut bat boxes to be put together on the day.  \nBats are an important part of the ecosystem and we will discuss why they are important and how to improve your garden for bats and biodiversity. This is a family orientated event but all minors must be accompanied by an adult.  \nWe will have limited numbers of bat boxes for this talk so booking is a must\, however a ticket does not equate to a bat box and the number of boxes available will depend on availability of materials on the day. \nPlease ensure you:  \n\nbring torches\nwear appropriate clothing; and \nkeep an eye on the event page in case any event changes need to occur. \n\nYou can email us at limerickbatgroup@gmail.com with any queries. \nBook one ticket per up to 4 people please.  Bookings can be made here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/how-to-build-a-bat-box-and-improve-your-garden-for-bats-tickets-334663295927?aff=efbeventtix \nThis event is hosted by Limerick Bat Group. It is free and a part of Biodiversity Week 2022. 
URL:https://www.batconservationireland.org/event/how-to-build-a-bat-box-and-improve-your-garden-for-bats
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