Saturday 31st January 2009
Outling to Lurga Point, Seafield, Quilty.
Here we will see lots of wading birds divers and the scarce Purple Sandpiper.
Meet at the Pier at 11.00am.
Leaders: Austin Cooney & John Rattigan.
The Leon Committee in conjunction with the Clare Branch of Birdwatch Ireland
are pleased to present a day of Birdwatching Atcivities in the Quilty Area on Saturday
31st January 2009. The meeting Point and time is outlined as above and after the outing
which is being led by two local birdwatching experts Austin Cooney & John Rattigan we
hope to ajourn to the Leon Centre in Quilty village at 2.00pm for hot drinks & lunch
(please pack your own lunch, hot drinks will supplied free of charge in the centre).
After lunch John Murphy local wildlife Expert will give a slide lecture on the birds of
the west Clare coast.
Saturday 21st February
Trip to Wexford.
Possible overnight stay.
For further details contact John Murphy or Tom Lynch
Saturday 21st March 2009
Outing to Ballyvaughan and the Flaggy Shore to see Sandwich Terns, divers and seaducks.
Warm clothing is advisable.
Meet outside Monk's Pub Ballyvaughan at 11a.m.
Leaders:John Murphy and Brian Finnegan
Saturday 25th April 2009
A visit to Fanore dunes and the Caher Valley to look for Wheatear, Dipper, Cuckoo and other spring migrants.
Meet at the County Council car-park at Fanore sand dunes at 10a.m.
Leaders:Austin Cooney and John Murphy
Sunday 17th May 2009
National Dawn Chorus event in the Burren National Park to listen for Whitethroat, Yellowhammer, Cuckoo, Blackcap,etc.
No dogs please. This a look and listen outing. A unique experience. You will be glad you got up early. Birds sing right through the morning and are often easy to see.
Meet at the Grotto Corofin at 5a.m.
Leaders:Finbar MacGabhann and Tom Lynch
Saturday 6th of June
Boat trip to see the nesting birds of the Cliffs of Moher.
Leaving Doolin Pier at 11.30a.m.
Book in advance with John Murphy or Tom Lynch
Leaders:Austin Cooney and Brian Finnegan
Saturday 29th of August
A visit to the Bridges of Ross for top class seawatching provided wind and weather are favourable.
See Shearwaters,Skuas,Petrels etc., on their southbound passage.
This site is highly rated by seawatchers everywhere.
Wrap up well. Bring flask and sandwiches.
Alternatively good food and B+B are available at the Lighthouse Pub Kilbaha which is nearby.
Meet at the Bridges of Ross car-park at 9a.m.
Leaders: Finbar MacGabhann and John Murphy.
Saturday 19th of September
Evening outing to the Shannon Airport Lagoon.
A unique site for thousands of birds.
Good chance of a rarity.
Meet at the Shannon Golf Club car-park at 6.30p.m.
Leaders:Austin Cooney,Brian Finnegan and John Rattigan
Saturday 3rd of October
A visit to the Loop Head Peninsula to search for scarce and rare migrants.
Who knows what may show up?
Canada Warbler still very fresh in the memory /along with Philadelphia Vireo.
Meet at the Lighthouse Pub at 9a.m.
Leaders; John Murphy and Finbar MacGabhann
Saturday 14th of November
Outing to Lurga Point, Quilty and nearby Lough Donnell
Great site for close up views. Good outing for beginners and more experienced birders alike.
Purple Sandpiper often spotted among more common waders.
Meet at the Pier at 11a.m.
Leaders: Tom Lynch and Austin Cooney
Saturday 12th of December
Outing to Ballyallia Lake near Ennis to see wildfowl and waders.
Meet at the bird board opposite Lake View Stores at 11a.m.
Leaders: Brian Finnegan, Nuala and Tom Lynch
Copies of our publication The Shannon Airport Lagoon-A Unique Irish Habitat
are available from Tom Lynch, 16 Oak Park, Ennis, Co. Clare. Price: €10
