Join the park wardens on the 3rd Saturday of evey month to get involved in local projects.Next activity - 21st Setpember, MCS Beachwatch Big Weekend, Jordanstown Loughshore Park, Newtownabbey from 3pm - 5pm.For more information please contact … [Read more...]
Join the Antrim Borough Biodiversity Forum
Would you like to do your bit in conserving your local environment? Then why not come along to the Clotworthy Arts Centre in Antrim Castle Gardens, on Tuesday 27 August at 6.00pm for annual Biodiversity Forum. There will be a special treat this … [Read more...]
The European Hare vs the Irish Hare
The European Hare in the north of Ireland and its impact on the Irish HareWednesday 4 September 20137pm Toome House, ToomebridgeAnthony Hallam, A PhD research student will deliver a talk on the unique status of the Irish hare and on the … [Read more...]
FREE Riverbank Invasive Alien Species pockect identification guide.
Would you like a free Riverbank Invasive Alien Plants pocket identification guide? If so, just contact your Biodiversity Officer at Antrim Borough Council T: 9446 3113 ext 1371, E: ruth.wilson@antrim.gov.uk and make your request. The leaflets are … [Read more...]
Biodiversity Recording Events in Antrim
The Biodiversity Games is a recording project which is supported by the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund, ‘Your Heritage’ Programme in partnership with eight biodiversity officers which aims to get people involved in helping their … [Read more...]
Discovering our wonderful wildlife
A priority for the mid and east Antrim area is to produce a Local Biodiversity Action Plan. This document will include a Biodiversity Audit that will describe some of the important plant and animal life in the region and an Action Plan listing … [Read more...]
Mossley Mill Environmental Education Centre
Mossley Primary School have been enjoying the beautiful weather this week by taking part in an eco-adventure at Mossley Mill. A short walk from their school, Mossley Mill provides the perfect location for investigating local biodiversity. … [Read more...]
Kilbride Presbyterian Church wins Eco-Congregation Ireland’s 10th award!
The church has undertaken many steps in recent years to become more eco-friendly and is particularly noteworthy for its initiatives that benefit the local community, including litter picks, craft fairs, bulb-planting and helping developing a local … [Read more...]
The Litter Champions project in Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey has just under two months left to run! The project aims to encourage volunteers to make a difference in their community by challenging attitudes about littering. It offers support by … [Read more...]
Have a really wild spring day at Gortin Glen Forest Park
You can have a really wild spring day at Gortin Glen Forest Park on Sunday 21st April, when the park comes alive with fun games and activities for all the family. From 1pm to 4pm you can drop in and take part in all the free wildlife themed … [Read more...]
