Clean Coasts

Co. Kerry Clean Coasts Roadshow - Tralee
2020-02-22 11:30 - 13:00 UTC | Wetlands Centre, Tralee, Co. Kerry
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Wetlands Centre, Tralee, Co. Kerry
When: Saturday, 22nd February 2020 at 11:30 am
Tralee is one of six Think Before You Flush communities in 2020; with this in mind we are delighted to bring you speakers from Irish Water & Kerry Co Co.
Prionsias O’Tuama from Ballynamona Clean Coasts will speak about the successful TBYF project in Ballycotton, Co. Cork. Prionsias O’Tuama will also speak about the successful East Cork Biodiversity Network.
We will also have Margaret Attridge from Irish Water and John Breen from Kerry Co. Co.

Brittas Bay Beach Clean
2020-02-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Brittas Bay, Brittas Bay, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Brittas Bay SOUTH Car Park will be open for this event.
Kit provided. All welcome!
Check out our Facebook event page for more information and updates on the event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2765534570192649/

The Riptide Movements' Plastic Oceans // Documentary Screening
2020-02-26 18:30 - 20:30 | DCU Languaculture Space, Dublin
Hey people! Clean Coasts are joining DCU Sustainable Living Society to screen their mini documentary series Plastic Oceans which they made in collaboration with the Riptide Movement!
doc + conversation + plastic-free snacks
“The Riptide Movement’s Plastic Oceans is a web series that hopes to add to the urgent and important debate about how to solve the global plastic crisis and the devastating effect it is having on our marine life. In the documentary the band travelled along the incredible Irish coastline and met with some of Ireland’s leading marine biologists, researchers, campaigners and volunteers to discover the real impacts of plastic in our oceans and what it means for the future of all life on our planet.”

Co. Clare Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020
2020-02-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Halla an Phoball, Church Street, Milltown Malbay
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Halla an Phoball, Church Street, Milltown Malbay
When: 26th February at 7:30 pm
For this event, we are delighted to bring you:
Dr. Eugene Farrell from NUIG will speak about climate impacts and climate resilience. A short interactive workshop will be done with those attending from local communities in west Clare (Doonbeg – Doughmore – Spanish Point – Lahinch) to identify the short- and long-term problems in the region and to look at possible local solutions.
Martha Farrell from Maharees Conservation Association will speak about coastal erosion issues in the Maharees, West Kerry and the actions taken by the local community there to mitigate these issues.
This event is in conjunction with Wild About Milltown Malbay.

Bright Club Cork February 27th
2020-02-27 08:00 - 17:00 | An Spailpín Fánach
We are excited to be speaking about our #thinkb4uflush campaign at Bright Club Ireland.
Bright Club is the ‘variety night for lateral minds’ and it’s heading to Cork! Be sure to get yourself to An Spailpín Fánach on Thursday, Feb 27th for a night full of laughs with this great line up…
Rob O’Sullivan
Vera O’ Riordan
Katie Guzzetta
Elaine Doyle
Stephen Ryan
Steve Bennett (MC)
Shane Clifford ( Headliner)
Please note, doors open at 7.30pm, show at 8pm
Date And Time

Thu, 27 February 2020
19:30 – 22:00 GMT
Location

An Spailpín Fánach
29 South Main Street
Cork
Reserve your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bright-club-cork-february-27th-tickets-94015694473

Other Voices Ballina
2020-02-28 16:00 - 2020-02-29 00:00 | Ballina, Mayo
On Friday 28th and Saturday 29th February 2020, Other Voices Festival returns once again to the gorgeous town of Ballina, Co. Mayo. The 225-year-old walls of St. Michael’s Church in the heart of the town, will come alive with two very special nights of incredible music performances from both Irish and International artists while being recorded for TV in front of a live audience.
Kicking off the second year of Other Voices in Ballina, we are thrilled to announce our first four acts to perform in St. Michael’s Church. The anthemic Elbow, the formidable four-piece Skinny Living, spoken word artist and rapper Denise Chaila and last but not least, from California, the exceptionally talented singer-songwriter and guitarist Jesca Hoop. With even more superb acts yet to be announced, including the Other Voices Music Trail, this is sure to be one very special and memorable weekend in Ballina town next month.
Tickets for the St. Michael’s Church TV recording performances cannot be purchased and will be given away through competitions in national and local radio, press and online. All ticket competitions will be announced in advance at www.othervoices.ie
While getting your hands on a ticket for the Other Voices TV recordings can be like finding a Golden Ticket, fear not, Other Voices Ballina festival-goers won’t miss a beat from the Church, as the Other Voices Live Streaming in partnership with Virgin Media sets up throughout the town. Music fans can enjoy all the happenings in St. Michael’s Church, at multiple locations throughout Ballina. With huge screens, high definition audio-visual and close proximity to a freshly poured pint, screening venues will be a massive hit during the Festival. Grab a stool, sit back and relax.
https://www.facebook.com/events/468229694120472/

Cork City Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020
2020-03-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Co. Wicklow
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Good Day Deli @nano Nagle Centre
When: 4th March from 6pm-8pm
The focus of this event will be coastal and riverine water quality. Please see the poster below for more information.

2020 Irish Surfing Inter-varsities
2020-03-06 - 2020-03-08 | GMIT Mayo, Westport Road, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Irish Surfing & GMIT Mayo Surf Club bring you the 2020 Inter-Varsities.

Marram Grass Planting Workshop in Co. Wexford
2020-03-07 11:00 - 12:30 | Ballinesker Beach
Join us for a Marram grass planting workshop at Ballinesker Beach, Co. Wexford on March 7th at from 11 am to 12:30pm.
Gloves are provided – but please bring a trovel!
Refreshments after the workshop will be proived.

North Bull Island Beach Clean and Heritage Walk with Clean Coasts
2020-03-07 13:30 - 18:00 | North Bull Island Nature Reserve
Participate in a beach clean with Clean Coasts and learn about the ship wrecks, archaeology and geology of this coastal area as well as how our coastal heritage is being impacted by climate change from Cherish Project Staff.
Meeting point: The meeting point is the roundabout which is located near the Interpretative Centre, you have to take the causeway entrance to the Island.
Register for free here.
FAQs
What can I bring into the event?
Wellys as it will be very wet underfoot and warm and waterproof clothing.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Dart to Clontarf station and walk.
Bus 130 – Dublin
Walk – Run – Cycle
Carpool

Beach Clean - Ventry Beach
2020-03-07 14:30 - 15:30 | Ceann Tra, Kerry, Ireland
Join Clean Coasts group Meitheal Trá Fionntrá for a much needed post storm beach clean!
When: Saturday 7th March at 14:30
Where: Ceann Tra, Kerry, Ireland

Brittas Bay (South) Beach Clean
2020-03-08 11:00 - 12:30 | Brittas Bay, Brittas Bay, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Come and join us on Sunday March 8th at Brittas Bay Car Park (South) at 11am for a beach clean.
Kit will be provided!
All welcome.

Wicklow Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020
2020-03-09 18:30 - 20:30 | The Bridge Tavern
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and events for coastal & river communities which take place all around Ireland. It aims to bring together those with an interest in protecting and caring for our waterways, coastline, seas, ocean & marine life.
The focus of this event will be coastal water quality and the impacts of climate change on coastal heritage. On the night there will be an introductory talk from Clean Coasts with the following guest speakers:
Jenny Lawlor – Irish Water Senior Communications Officer
Kieren Craven – Cherish Project Co-ordinator, Geological Survey Ireland.
Talk is hosted by Irish Water as part of their Think Before You Flush campaign www.thinkbeforeyouflush.org

West Cork Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020
2020-03-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Schull Harbour hotel
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Schull Harbour Hotel, Schull, Co. Cork
When: Tuesday, 10th March, 6pm-8pm
The focus of this event will be coastal and riverine water quality. Please see the poster below for more information.

Fingal Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020 - Marram Grass Planting Workshop
2020-03-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Portmarnock
Clean Coasts in conjunction with Portmarnock Community Association are hosting marram grass planting workshop. It will take place on the 14th March from 11 am to 1 pm. Marram grass help mitigate coastal erosion on beaches backed by sand dune systems.
Meeting point is the South car-park of Portmarnock beach. Tools will be provided but if you have a spade or shovel please bring it along. Please wear warm clothing.
If you have any queries please contact rcurtin@eeu.antaisce.org.

Monthly Beach Clean - Youghal
2020-03-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Youghal Front Strand, Ireland
Meet at Front Strand at wall near the 4th breaker.
Please join us for our Monthly beach clean of Youghal’s beaches Front Strand, Claycastle, Redbarn etc. We meet once a month for an hour all are welcome. We have bags and gloves. Dress for the weather.

Beach Clean-up Ballyness Pier
2020-03-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Ballyness, Donegal, Ireland
Come along to our first Beach Clean-up of 2020.
Sunday 15th March @ 2pm.
Ballyness Pier.
After a stormy winter there will be plenty to do! So all help is greatly appreciated to keep our beaches clean and safe.
Please wear appropriate clothing and keep an eye on this page for any further updates.
Bags, gloves etc. are provided.

Clean Coasts Roadshow at Doolin Surf Festival
2020-03-22 12:00 - 14:30 | Hotel Doolin
Panel Discussion
For this event, we are delighted to bring you:
Eoin McCarthy Deering – Doctor at Sligo General Hospital
Eoin is a well known surfer and is interested in health matters which relating to sustained exposure to ocean conditions.
Cathal Brody – Chartered Environmental Scientist, Clare County Council
Ollie O’Flaherty – Big wave Surfer and Water Quality Advocate
Dave Flynn – Civil engineer and Chairperson of West Coast Surf Club.

Online Screening of The Story of Plastic
2020-04-22 20:00 - 21:30 | Co. Wicklow
As part of this year’s Earth Day Celebration, Clean Coasts are hosting the Irish premiere of the online screening of the new documentary “The Story of Plastic”. The documentary looks at the environmental damage and human rights abuses that occur throughout the lifecycle of plastic and what companies, countries, and people do to fix the issues. This documentary is from the same organisation who brought us the brilliant ‘Story of Stuff’.
It takes place on the 22nd of April from 8 pm to 9.30 pm. The documentary running time is 1h 35m, minutes and we have an optional short questions and answers session at the end.
Places are limited due to licensing, so you do need to register on Eventbrite link for screening.
https://bit.ly/2VkTs2O
Once you have registered, on the 22nd April at 7.50 pm you will be sent the link to view the documentary via Eventbrite.

Clean Coasts Marine Virtual Quiz
2020-04-23 19:30 - 20:00 | Co. Wicklow
Join us for our third Marine Virtual Quiz this Thursday at 7:30pm from the comfort of your own home.
The quiz will last approximately 30 minutes and it’s great fun for adults and kids.
To join you will simply need to tune in on our Facebook Live.

A virtual introductory talk about Irish jellyfish with Dr Tom Doyle - SOLD OUT
2020-04-29 19:00 - 19:30 | Co. Wicklow
Join us and Dr Tom Doyle for a 30 minute Zoom talk and conversation about Ireland’s jellyfish. Learn to distinguish between the different types such as the lion’s mane, the compass and the Portuguese man o war. Learn about their sting, their jelly bits and their unusual life cycle. And learn about the important roles that they play in our coastal seas. Once the talk is over Tom will answer all your jellyfish questions.
Tom is a marine biologist and lecturer in zoology at University College Cork. He has studied jellyfish for 17 years and is now a world leading expert in his field.
Reserve your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/a-virtual-introductory-talk-to-irish-jellyfish-with-dr-tom-doyle-tickets-103323752124

Clean Coasts Marine Virtual Quiz
2020-04-30 19:30 - 20:00 | Co. Wicklow
Thursday night is Quiz Night at Clean Coasts!
Join us for our Marine Virtual Quiz every Thursday Thursday at 7:30pm and put your knowledge of the marine environment, coast and heritage to the test.
The quiz will last approximately 30 minutes and it’s great fun for adults and kids.

Marine Virtual Quiz
2020-05-07 19:30 - 20:00 | Co. Wicklow
Thursday night is Quiz Night at Clean Coasts!
Join us for our Marine Virtual Quiz every Thursday Thursday at 7:30pm and put your knowledge of the marine environment, coast and heritage to the test.
The quiz will last approximately 30 minutes and it’s great fun for adults and kids.
Here is what last week quiz looked like:

Check our previous quiz nights videos here.

How Does Climate Change Impact Coastal Heritage?
2020-05-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Co. Wicklow
Join us on Wednesday 13th May at 7 pm for a virtual talk with Sandra Henry from the Cherish Project, as part of our Roadshow Series.
Changes to the Irish climate have been predicted to have significant implications for our built and archaeological heritage. After a short introduction about the work of Clean Coasts, Sandra will be talking on how climate change impacts on coastal heritage.
The talk will last approximately 20 minutes and it will be followed by a quick Q&A session and it will be hosted on Zoom. You have to register to receive the zoom link and it will be sent on the evening of the talk.
About Sandra Henry
Sandra is lead research archaeologist on the EU funded project CHERISH. Sandra’s role involves developing, guiding and initiating the data capture and research agenda of this collaborative project with Wales
Sandra obtained a B.A. degree in archaeology and classical studies from the National University of Ireland, Galway, and an M.A. in maritime archaeology, at the University of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg. Sandra has worked as a maritime archaeologist in various capacities including research, commercially, and public bodies.
Reserve your free ticket HERE

Marine Virtual Quiz
2020-05-14 19:30 - 20:00 | Co. Wicklow
Thursday night is Quiz Night at Clean Coasts!
Join us for our Marine Virtual Quiz every Thursday Thursday at 7:30pm and put your knowledge of the marine environment, coast and heritage to the test.
The quiz will last approximately 30 minutes and it’s great fun for adults and kids.
Check our previous quiz nights videos here.

Minibeasts of the Seashore
2020-05-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Event
Identifying the ecology of our foreshore with Lucy Taylor, Author of Irelands Seashore, A Field Guide.

About this Event

Can you tell your whelk from your winkle?
Join us next Wednesday, 20th May, for an interactive Zoom conversation with marine biologist Lucy Taylor. This discussion, accompanied with pictures will give tips on identifying common, and not so common creatures found on Ireland’s foreshore.
Lucy will be able to give information on main species groups and habitats as well as tips on differentiating similar creatures. Attendees will be able to ask questions and submit images of interesting items found on their local beaches.
Find more info on Lucys work on facebook at ‘Shore Life of Ireland’ and on Twitter @lucbuttons

Reserve your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/minibeasts-of-the-seashore-tickets-105368457894

Marine Virtual Quiz
2020-05-21 19:30 - 20:00 | Online Event
Thursday night is Quiz Night at Clean Coasts!
Join us for our Marine Virtual Quiz every Thursday Thursday at 7:30pm and put your knowledge of the marine environment, coast and heritage to the test.
The quiz will last approximately 30 minutes and it’s great fun for adults and kids.
Here is a video of our latest virtual quiz:

Beachcombing in Ireland
2020-06-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Event
Beachcombing in Ireland – A look at some of the weird and wonderful items found on our coast

About this Event

What’s the weirdest thing you have ever found on a beach clean? Have you ever found something but had no idea what it was?
On Wednesday, 3rd June 2020, join some of the beachcombers from the east and west of Ireland for a virtual chat and discussion about what is washing up our on shores.
Our speakers – Rosemary Hill, Sean Ferguson & Joan Conaghy – will talk about beach combing and will go through some of the most beautiful and weirdest things they have come across.

Reserve your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/clean-coasts-beachcombing-in-ireland-tickets-106937916186

Marine Virtual Quiz
2020-06-04 19:30 - 20:00 | Online Event

Screening of "Deep Atlantic" & Chat with Ken O'Sullivan - World Oceans Day
2020-06-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Online Event
Join us for a screening of Ken O’Sullivan “Deep Atlantic” followed by a Q&A

About this Event

This #WorldOceansDay dive into the world’s stormiest ocean!
Join us on Monday 8th June at 7pm for a private screening of Ken O’Sullivan’s “Deep Atlantic”.
The screening will be followed by a chat with Ken. Places are limited, so book your spot to avoid disappointment: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/screening-of-deep-atlantic-chat-with-ken-osullivan-world-oceans-day-tickets-108128517306
About Ken O’Sullivan

Ken O’Sullivan is a documentary film-maker, author and ocean conservationist living in Lahinch, Co. Clare. He returned to his native Clare after years of living in the United States, England and mainland Europe, and in 2006 founded Sea Fever Productions. Among his credits are Natural History TV series Farraigí na hÉireann for TG4, Ireland’s Ocean for RTÉ, The Silver Branch for the Irish Film Board as well as work for the BBC and ITV, culminating in 2018’s critically acclaimed Ireland’s Deep Atlantic.
Ken’s recent book documenting his exploration of the North Atlantic ‘STORIES FROM THE DEEP’ received a rapturous response from critics and the public.
