Swift Conservation visit

Yesterday, we had a very interesting visit from Aebhín Cawley who spoke to the boys about steps we might take to conserve swifts which are under threat due to a reduction in the nooks where they traditionally roost. She gave a short presentation to each of our year-groups in turn and feedback was very very positive- Thank you Aebhín!

Here is the link to the webcam in Galway showing swifts in flight http://www.swiftconservation.ie/gmit-swiftcams/

I want to acknowledge Lynda Huxley of Swift Conservation Ireland (http://www.swiftconservation.ie) who kindly gave us the material for the talk and is giving advice and support on the ordering and positioning of a nest box which we hope to install early next year.

Aebhín asked me to remind everyone that it is National Biodiversity Week.

Parents can find info on loads of family friends events going on here https://www.facebook.com/pg/biodiversityweek2019/events/