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DCCG Meeting – Thursday, 17th May

Posted on May 14, 2007 | Filed Under Events

The next meeting of the DCCG will be on Thursday, 17th May @8pm in Strandhill National School.

Martin showing how it’s done

Posted on May 11, 2007 | Filed Under Environment, Pictures

Martin Enright of Birdwatch Ireland Sligo leading by example on tuesday evening last.

Have a look at more photographs taken on the evening.

Press Release : Successful Birdwatching Outing at Dorrins Strand/Killaspugbrone

Posted on May 10, 2007 | Filed Under Press Releases

Outing to Dorrins Strand/Killaspugbrone to look at birds of the shore and sea.

On Tuesday evening last (8th May) Dorrin’s & Cummeen Strand Conservation Group in association with Birdwatch Ireland held a walk along the Coastline from Dorrin’s Strand round to Killaspugbrone.

There was a great turnout for the event and the group consisted of over 20 well seasoned bird watchers, beginners and nature enthusiasts of all ages. Although the rain threatened to fall, the sun came out to help start the walk at Dorrin’s Strand and stayed for the evening. The willing group continued up through the forest onto the Silver Strand and over to Killaspugbrone Church.

This time of year sees a change of guard as the winter birds are heading North and the traditional summer birds are returning from the South, Martin Enright of Birdwatch Ireland spoke about just some of the visitors to our shores over the winter, which included the magnificent Brent Geese who have now returned to the Canadian Artic for the summer.

Other visitors who like to feed on the grasses on the edge of Dorrin’s and Cummeen strands include the Lapwing and Oystercatchers with the cheeky Skylarks seen hovering over the dunes. The group had an added bonus to their evening with an insightful talk by Joyce Enright on the origins of the Church at Killaspugbrone.

All agreed that the event should be repeated. Birdwatch Ireland will be holding an event to mark the Dawn Chorus on the 20th of May at 6.00 am at Lissadell and all are welcome.

Press Release : Birdwatching at Dorrins Strand/Killaspugbrone

Posted on May 3, 2007 | Filed Under Press Releases

Outing to Dorrins Strand/Killaspugbrone to look at birds of the shore and sea. Tuesday 8th May 2007 6.30pm.
Meet at Old Airport Road (turn off at Texaco Garage), Strandhill – where the Old Airport Road meets the shore.

Martin Enright of Birdwatch Ireland – Sligo Branch will be hosting an interactive look at the birds that nest, feed and socialise on Killaspugbrone and Dorrin’s Strand. This fascinating walk is suitable for adults and children, bird watchers and environment enthusiasts or those who would just like to know a little bit more about our unique coastline and its inhabitants.
Bring wellingtons, binoculars, cameras or just yourself but do not miss the opportunity to see and hear about, by experts, the variety and habits of native and foreign birds living on our very own beaches.

www.sligobirding.com www.birdwatchireland.ie
BirdWatch Ireland (BWI) is the trading name of the Irish Wildbird Conservancy (IWC) formed in 1968. We are the the leading voluntary conservation organisation in Ireland, devoted to the conservation and protection of Ireland’s wild birds and their habitats. We are a registered charity supported almost entirely from membership subscriptions, donations, grants and sponsorship.

BWI has over 10,000 active members and supporters, and a network of 20 branches throughout the country actively promoting the importance of birds and habitats, and general conservation issues. BWI is the Birdlife International partner in Ireland, participating in worldwide conservation efforts.

Low flying

Posted on May 3, 2007 | Filed Under Pictures

Birdwatch Ireland Outing to Dorrins Strand – ‘Birds of the Shore and Sea’

Posted on May 2, 2007 | Filed Under Environment, Events

The Sligo Branch of Birdwatch Ireland have organised an outing to Dorrins Strand and Killaspugbrone for Tuesday 8th May at 6.30pm. Those interested should muster at the Old Airport Road, Strandhill; where the Old Airport Road meets the shore (turn right at the sign for Dorrins Strand Housing developments).

Even though we have had beautiful weather over the past few weeks, you should bring along a fleece/windbreaker – Killaspugbrone in particular can be a chilly spot. Binoculars might also be a good idea.

More details of other Birdwatch Ireland events in Sligo can be found on their website.