It’s National Tree Week and the RTÉ Nationwide team is in Waterford this evening to explore Waterford City and County Council’s innovative GIS (Geographic Information System) Tree mapping survey.
They also talk to members of the horticulture and biodiversity teams, along with community groups, which are working to enrich their communities and enhance biodiversity through tree-planting initiatives around the county.
Tune in this evening (Monday 10th) at 7pm, RTÉ One.
In case you missed it The #Nationwide team visited St. Joseph’s House on Manor Hill, a converted convent that was now home to almost 100 residents.
They talked to members of Waterford City and County Council and residents about bringing the former convent back into use as a fully modernised, energy-efficient housing development in the heart of Waterford city.
To watch on the RTÉ Player visit: https://loom.ly/kbA825o
Tune into RTÉ at 7pm on Wednesday, February 19th as the Nationwide team visits St. Joseph’s House on Manor Hill, a converted convent that is now home to almost 100 residents.
They talk to members of Waterford City and County Council and residents about bringing the former convent back into use as a fully modernised, energy efficient housing development in the heart of Waterford city.
Upgraded to the highest energy efficiency standards, the former convent has been transformed with 50 dwelling units located within the main building and 21 located in the various out-building clusters on the site, while the former chapel on the site has been repurposed as a community space for multiple uses by tenants.
A Brent Geese Tagging Project, involving St. Mary’s School in Dungarvan, has been a remarkable journey, especially for the students. This local contribution is part of a broader effort led by scientists and conservationists featured in the new RTÉ series, ‘Where the Wild Geese Go,’ which follows the migration of the Brent Goose from Irish coasts to Arctic Canada and back again. The series, which airs today, Monday, 21 October at 4.10pm on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player, highlights the incredible work of young ‘Goose Detectives,’ including students from Waterford, who have contributed to tracking these birds and learning about their awe-inspiring journey.
The story of St. Mary’s School in Dungarvan and other schools around the country, and their journey with these fascinating birds, is something that deserves to be shared far and wide. Starting today, you can tune into RTÉ to see the broadcast featuring the incredible efforts of the students, scientists, and community who came together for this project.
If you want to learn more about the background, take a look at last Friday’s Irish Times article, which gives an insightful look at how the tagging effort and its outcomes have unfolded. It’s amazing to see the impact these young students have had, tracking these birds across the globe.
For more information about the series and to access educational resources, visit the interactive website: RTÉ Goose Project.
Tracks & Trails returns for its 11th Season as six presenters travel across trails in Waterford, Offaly, Monaghan and Tyrone, Kerry, Kilkenny and Tipperary, exploring natural landscapes along some of the most beautiful trails on the island of Ireland.
In its first episode, to be aired on Friday April 5th, crime journalist and podcaster Nicola Tallant takes on the challenge of the Comeragh Mountains and a leisurelier hike in Dunmore East, Co. Waterford.
Nicola’s first challenge is Boolas Loop in the Comeragh Mountains, a magnificent 10km wild and rocky loop, revealing rolling landscapes as well as hidden mountain lakes known as Boolas.
For her second walk, Nicola follows a cliff top trail starting out from the picturesque seaside village of Dunmore East. This 7.5km linear coastal route has everything a coastal walk should have; dramatic headlands, vast ocean views, and plenty of tales of smuggling and old sea legends. Nicola also visits the three pretty coves which are found along this trail; Portally Cove, Rathmoylan Cove and finally Ballymacaw Cove.
Johnny Brunnock, Trails Officer with Waterford City and County Council said, “We’re delighted that Waterford’s picturesque, diverse, challenging and invigorating trails are highlighted in the show.
“Nicola chose two very different walks. The Boolas Loop is a rocky, steep loop that requires a little more gumption and fortitude to undertake, but the reward is breath taking views of the Comeraghs, whereas the Dunmore East cliff walk is a more relaxed, wandering coastal trail starting at one of the prettiest coastal villages in Ireland and uncovering an exciting story of pirate trade from years ago.”
Tracks & Trails will put the spotlight on our outdoors and discover what is on offer in abundance on trails all over the country. The series will showcase established national waymarked trails, including St Declan’s Way, the Monaghan Way, the East Leinster way, The Royal Canal Greenway, The Kerry Way, and well-trodden riverside and cliffside paths.
For further details on Waterford’s wonderful recreational walking and cycling trails visit https://visitwaterford.com/trails/
Tracks & Trails Episode One featuring Nicola Tallant will be broadcast on RTE1 on Friday, April 5th.
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