The importance of wetlands to human wellbeing will be explored at a workshop to mark World Wetlands Day 2024, hosted by Limerick City and County Council.
The event will take place at Fitzgerald’s Woodlands House Hotel in Adare on Thursday 01 February, the eve of World Wetlands Day.
The 2024 theme of “Wetlands and Human Wellbeing” aims to spotlight how all aspects of human wellbeing - physical, mental and environmental - are tied to the health of the world’s wetlands.
Wetlands hold and provide most of our freshwater. They naturally filter pollutants, leaving water we can safely drink. Discover why we need to preserve and restore these richly biodiverse ecosystems that underpin human wellbeing with expert speakers from the Irish Peatland Conservation Council, Limerick Branch of BirdWatch Ireland and the South East Region of the Regional Local Authorities Waters Programme.
All are invited to join us in this meaningful exploration of wetlands and their impact on human lives.
This event will also double up as an annual Tidy Towns seminar giving groups a chance to network with speakers and interested parties.
Places available on a first come first served basis.
World Wetlands Day Workshop - Thursday, 01 February 2024
Discover why we need to preserve and restore these richly biodiverse ecosystems that underpin human wellbeing. Register here.
19:00 - Welcome by Mayor of Limerick City and County Council or a representative
19:10 - Importance and ecology of wetlands - Speaker: Nuala Madigan, Chief Executive of the Irish Peatland Conservation Council
19:30 - Wetland Birds and Wintering Wildfowl in Limerick – Speaker: Tom Tarpey, Limerick Branch of BirdWatch Ireland
19:50 - Nature Based Solutions - Benefitting wildlife & humans - Speaker: - Fran Igoe Regional Coordinator. South East Region, South West Region, Local Authorities Water Programme
20:10 - Discussion and Q&A
20:30 – A chance to network over refreshments
21:30 – Event Ends
Additionally, an outing to see wintering wildfowl will take place on Saturday, 03 February. Capacity is limited for health and safety reasons. Registration is essential. Registration is essential. Register here.