Outing to Ballyvaughan and The Rine to see divers, Brent Geese, Red-breasted Merganser, waders and some farmland birds. Meet at the Pier, Ballyvaughan opposite Monk’s Pub at 11a.m. Bring binoculars if you have them. Warm clothing, food and a hot drink add to the enjoyment of the occasion. Food and beverages will be available at various outlets in Ballyvaughan.

A trip to Fanore and the Caher Valley where we will scan the sea off Fanore, walk the sand dunes in search of returning migrants and later stroll along the Caher Valley looking for Dipper, Blackcap, Raven, Linnet etc. Meet at the car-park at Fanore Beach at 11a.m. Bring binoculars if you have them. A little food for a picnic adds to the enjoyment of the event if you wish to bring some with you.

Dawn Chorus outing to the Burren on National Dawn Chorus Day 2023. We hope to hear and see Common Sandpiper, Cuckoo, Wheatear, Blackcap, Whitethroat, Yellowhammer along with more common birds such as Meadow Pipit, Stonechat and Willow Warbler. Meet at the Grotto Corofin at 5a.m. Bring a flask and some food for breakfast if you wish. This will be a gentle stroll through various parts of the Burren. No dogs allowed for obvious reasons.

Joint outing with the Limerick Branch of BWI to Loop Head to look at nesting Shag, Herring Gull, Kittiwake, Guillemot, Razorbill and Chough along the northern cliffs of the Headland and Gull Island. A memorable experience. Keating’s Pub Kilbaha will be open for food and Kilbaha Gallery provide coffee, tea and snacks. Meet at the Lighthouse car-park on the Headland at 11a.m,

Outing to Shannon Airport Lagoon and nearby mudflats. We will see various species of duck, wader, gull and passerines at this unique habitat. Last year local birder Phil Brennan was ringing in the area and showed us Reed Warbler and Sedge Warbler in the hand. Meet at Shannon Golf Club car-park at 11a.m.

A visit to Kilbaha and Loop Head in search of scarce and rare migrants. We will search the gardens at Kilbaha and also the Headland. Last year this outing was led by John N. Murphy and a Baltimore Oriole and two Red-eyed Vireo were in the area. Meet at Kilbaha Village at 9.30a.m. Keatings Pub should be open for food but bring a flask and food if you wish.

Joint outing with the Limerick Branch to Curraghchase Forest Park. We hope to see Hawfinch, Brambling, Jay, Buzzard along with more common birds of the woodland. Red Squirrel are usually seen during this outing. Meet at the car-park inside the barrier at 9.30a.m. Free admission if you arrive on time for the outing. Bring binoculars if you have them. Wrap up warm. Food and sandwiches are optional. Food available at De Bucket and other outlets nearby.

Outing to Ballyallia Lake and surroundings just north of Ennis. This a great site to view waders, wildfowl and birds of prey. Meet at the Birdboard opposite the shop on the Ruan road at 11a.m.

Our February outing will be Lake Atedaun and Lake Inchiquin. These lakes host lots of Wigeon, Teal, Gadwall. Whooper Swan, Mute Swan along with many other bird species. Meet at the Church in Corofin at 11a.m. Bring binoculars if you have them. Wear warm clothing. A flask and sandwiches are optional. Facilities for food available at Corofin.