Wednesday, 11 March 2020

Whale Tales Cork: Encounters with Humpback Whales in Cork

Humpback Whale
Date/Time: Saturday 28th March 2020 from 10:00
Event: 
Whale Tales Cork: Encounters with Humpback Whales in Cork 
Location: Celtic Ross Hotel, Rosscarbery, Co. Cork
Additional Information:  Are you interested in large whales, or curious about their conservation and research into these magnificent mammals that are returning each year to Cork’s inshore waters?  If so, the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group is delighted to announce Whale Tales Cork on Saturday 28th March, between 10:00am and 16:00, at the Celtic Ross Hotel (Warren Suite), Rosscarbery, with an optional land-based Whalewatch at nearby Cloghna Head, 16:00-17:00 (weather permitting). This unique one day event, will bring together a diverse mix of citizen scientists, researchers, operators and marine wildlife enthusiasts, all passionate about whales, to share their stories and experiences.  It will be an opportunity for the IWDG to present its findings with members of the public who have supported the Irish Cetacean Recording Schemes over the past 25 years and to encourage participation in these biological recording schemes.  It will also be an opportunity to look ahead to the next 20 years, to explore the challenges facing our visiting giants and possible management implications. Bookings:  www.iwdg.ie through Eventbrite. Cost: IWDG members €25, Non members €50 (includes 1 year membership). Enquiries to email: sightings@iwdg.ie, Ph. 353 (0) 86 3850568.

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