Well done to Noeleen and everyone at Ard Nahoo Health Farm for their recent feature in the Guardian newspaper. Click on the link below to read:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2009/feb/22/green-holiday-ireland-atlantic-coast
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Showing posts with label news. Show all posts
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Monday, June 16, 2008
Corralea Activity Centre Featured in the Guardian
An article featuring Corralea Activity Centre in the Guardian on Saturday, June 14th 2008:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2008/jun/14/top100mountainsandlakes.green?page=all
http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2008/jun/14/top100mountainsandlakes.green?page=all
Friday, June 6, 2008
WORKSHOP IN JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTMAKING
JUNE 21ST – 11AM TO 5PM
AT THE LEITRIM DESIGN HOUSE, THE DOCK, CARRICK-ON-SHANNON
The Leitrim Design House will host a day-long workshop in Japanese woodblock printmaking on June 21st, 11am to 5pm at the Dock, in Carrick-on-Shannon. This workshop is designed to incorporate the basics of the art form of Japanese Woodblock printmaking
Debra Bowden is an artist / printmaker based in Thomastown, County Kilkenny.
Her work is a combination of Japanese woodblock prints and paintings on carved and scorched plywood blocks.
In 2006 she was awarded a six week Artist-in-Residency in Japanese Woodblock Printmaking on Awaji Island, Japan. She was one of seven international artists to be selected and the first ever from Ireland where she was taught skills by Japanese master printmakers, skills that are still being used today in Kyoto and Tokyo.
A large focus of Debra’s training in Japan was in the dissemination of the skills she has acquired. Prior to the course she taught Japanese woodblock printmaking in Grennan Mill Craft School, Thomastown; Kozo Studio and Gallery, Thomastown and the National Print Museum, Dublin.
Traditional tools and materials are used with a variety of Japanese papers and included in the price in this unique workshop.
AT THE LEITRIM DESIGN HOUSE, THE DOCK, CARRICK-ON-SHANNON
The Leitrim Design House will host a day-long workshop in Japanese woodblock printmaking on June 21st, 11am to 5pm at the Dock, in Carrick-on-Shannon. This workshop is designed to incorporate the basics of the art form of Japanese Woodblock printmaking
Debra Bowden is an artist / printmaker based in Thomastown, County Kilkenny.
Her work is a combination of Japanese woodblock prints and paintings on carved and scorched plywood blocks.
In 2006 she was awarded a six week Artist-in-Residency in Japanese Woodblock Printmaking on Awaji Island, Japan. She was one of seven international artists to be selected and the first ever from Ireland where she was taught skills by Japanese master printmakers, skills that are still being used today in Kyoto and Tokyo.
A large focus of Debra’s training in Japan was in the dissemination of the skills she has acquired. Prior to the course she taught Japanese woodblock printmaking in Grennan Mill Craft School, Thomastown; Kozo Studio and Gallery, Thomastown and the National Print Museum, Dublin.
Traditional tools and materials are used with a variety of Japanese papers and included in the price in this unique workshop.
The fee for this one day workshop is € 90.00
Maximum 8 people per workshop.
Early booking essential
For further information please contact the Leitrim Design House on 071 96 50533 or email mailto:info@leitrimdesignhouse.ie
Maximum 8 people per workshop.
Early booking essential
For further information please contact the Leitrim Design House on 071 96 50533 or email mailto:info@leitrimdesignhouse.ie
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Ecoescape Book - Press and Media Coverage
Hi AllHere are a few links to some of the coverage received to Cathy Mack's book "Ecoescape Ireland" over the weekend.
http://www.everyactioncounts.org.uk/en/fe/page.asp?n1=230&n2=6&n3=274
http://www.metro.co.uk/travel/article.html?in_article_id=159012&in_page_id=5
http://www.nhbs.com/ecoescape_ireland_tefno_158948.html
http://www.grownupgreen.org.uk/news/?id=1356
Thanks, Karen.
Monday, May 12, 2008
A Landmark Conference on Carbon Footprinting
A Landmark Conference on .......
Carbon Footprinting
JUST 2 WEEKS TO GO!
Energy use and the impact of business activities on climate change are strategic challenges for enterprises today - Carbon Footprinting is a means of identifying and managing those impacts.
On 28 May 2008 - at the Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2 - the Irish Business and Employers Confederation (IBEC) will host a landmark conference on Carbon Footprinting - the first of its kind in Ireland - with the support of Sustainable Energy Ireland, Enterprise Ireland and the Change Campaign - Ireland’s Plan of Action on Climate Change.
The conference is an exciting opportunity for Irish businesses to explore the role of carbon footprinting in the individual business response to the challenges of climate change and environmental sustainability. Guest speakers will include international and national experts and practitioners who will explain the mechanics of carbon footprinting, showcase best practice in terms of carbon management and sustainability and highlight opportunities for Irish businesses wishing to take control of and reduce emissions.
The event will answer the following key questions -
To download the Conference Brochure - together with Booking Form - Click Here
Olga
Carbon Footprinting
JUST 2 WEEKS TO GO!
Energy use and the impact of business activities on climate change are strategic challenges for enterprises today - Carbon Footprinting is a means of identifying and managing those impacts.
On 28 May 2008 - at the Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2 - the Irish Business and Employers Confederation (IBEC) will host a landmark conference on Carbon Footprinting - the first of its kind in Ireland - with the support of Sustainable Energy Ireland, Enterprise Ireland and the Change Campaign - Ireland’s Plan of Action on Climate Change.
The conference is an exciting opportunity for Irish businesses to explore the role of carbon footprinting in the individual business response to the challenges of climate change and environmental sustainability. Guest speakers will include international and national experts and practitioners who will explain the mechanics of carbon footprinting, showcase best practice in terms of carbon management and sustainability and highlight opportunities for Irish businesses wishing to take control of and reduce emissions.
The event will answer the following key questions -
What is a carbon footprint and what does it mean for my business?
Why and how is it measured?
How can a carbon footprint be offset and verified?
How is carbon footprinting being utilised across business sectors?
Who should attend?
Organisations concerned about their impact on climate change and who wish to take action to improve performance Organisations new to the language of climate change and carbon footprinting and who wish to discover what is possible Organisations already actively involved on energy management, climate change and sustainability issues.
To download the Conference Brochure - together with Booking Form - Click Here
Olga
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Organic Centre (potato day 16th March)
Updated News Release
Minister Trevor Sargent will attend the 10th annual Potato Day at
The Organic Centre, Rossinver, Co. Leitrim
16th March 2008, 11am -6pm
Trevor Sargent, Minister for Food and Horticulture, has been confirmed to attend The Organic Centre’s Potato Day on March 16th at 4pm.
The Organic Centre has invited principals, teachers, parents and students of local Primary Schools to meet the Minister later in the afternoon.
Trevor Sargent has just launched the ‘Meet the Spuds!’ Potato Growing Challenge for Primary Schools. Pupils are being challenged to sow the seed potatoes in February and harvest their crop in June. Speaking at the launch Mr. Sargent said, “It is vital for food security in Ireland and worldwide that more people become involved in growing their own food. The skills to grow potatoes and other nutritional food are an important part of a rounded education. I also hope more young people will think about agriculture as a career as more schools grow more food.”
The 10th annual Potato Day at The Organic Centre coincides this year with The International Year of the Potato. The day will raise awareness of the importance of the potato and potato collector Dave Langford, a member of the UN ad-hoc steering committee for the international year of the potato, will display more then 100 varieties of potatoes, from the common ones to the obscure.
Gardeners from the centre will give growing tips and advice on blight control.
Local men Philip McGuinness and Noel Carter will give a coping session using the Fermanagh Loy (special type of spade).
The centre’s Eco-Shop will offer 18 varieties of organic seed potatoes for sale, here is a selection: Orla, British Queen, Sante, Record, Cara, Golden Wonder, Edzell Blue, Charlotte, Bambibo and Sarpo Mira.
The Grass Roof Café will offer potato dishes on the day.
Entrance fee: €5 for adults, friends and children free, concession €3
For more information on Potato Day and a full programme call 071-9854338, e-mail: info@theorganiccentre.ie, website: www.theorganiccentre.ie
Minister Trevor Sargent will attend the 10th annual Potato Day at
The Organic Centre, Rossinver, Co. Leitrim
16th March 2008, 11am -6pm
Trevor Sargent, Minister for Food and Horticulture, has been confirmed to attend The Organic Centre’s Potato Day on March 16th at 4pm.
The Organic Centre has invited principals, teachers, parents and students of local Primary Schools to meet the Minister later in the afternoon.
Trevor Sargent has just launched the ‘Meet the Spuds!’ Potato Growing Challenge for Primary Schools. Pupils are being challenged to sow the seed potatoes in February and harvest their crop in June. Speaking at the launch Mr. Sargent said, “It is vital for food security in Ireland and worldwide that more people become involved in growing their own food. The skills to grow potatoes and other nutritional food are an important part of a rounded education. I also hope more young people will think about agriculture as a career as more schools grow more food.”
The 10th annual Potato Day at The Organic Centre coincides this year with The International Year of the Potato. The day will raise awareness of the importance of the potato and potato collector Dave Langford, a member of the UN ad-hoc steering committee for the international year of the potato, will display more then 100 varieties of potatoes, from the common ones to the obscure.
Gardeners from the centre will give growing tips and advice on blight control.
Local men Philip McGuinness and Noel Carter will give a coping session using the Fermanagh Loy (special type of spade).
The centre’s Eco-Shop will offer 18 varieties of organic seed potatoes for sale, here is a selection: Orla, British Queen, Sante, Record, Cara, Golden Wonder, Edzell Blue, Charlotte, Bambibo and Sarpo Mira.
The Grass Roof Café will offer potato dishes on the day.
Entrance fee: €5 for adults, friends and children free, concession €3
For more information on Potato Day and a full programme call 071-9854338, e-mail: info@theorganiccentre.ie, website: www.theorganiccentre.ie
Friday, February 29, 2008
Ireland West Airport - New Glasgow Route
Dear All
Click on the link below to read the press release:
http://www.knockairport.com/news.asp?ID=238&dbtype=News
Click on the link below to read the press release:
http://www.knockairport.com/news.asp?ID=238&dbtype=News
Monday, February 25, 2008
Fermanagh Environmental Festival
In April 2006 the first Fermanagh Environmental Festival was held in the grounds of the Enniskillen Lakeland Forum and the event was an outstanding success in attracting over 2,500 people to the 2-day festival.
Over 40 individuals and organisations provided presentations / demonstrations on environmental subjects such as earth education, waste management, renewable energy, organic living, river ecology, habitats & species, fair trade, food miles, alternative technology, biodiversity and countryside management etc.
It is proposed to hold a similar Festival in May 2008 and the purpose of this letter is to invite your participation.
The Project Committee is keen that exhibitors will provide vibrant, practical examples / demonstrations of their involvement with the environment and where possible offer the public the opportunity to participate in their own particular field / activity.
Contact kcda@btconnect.com
or John Houston
Project Manager
Killesher Community Development Association
Larganess Centre
Tully
Florencecourt
Co Fermanagh
BT92 1FN
Fermanagh Community Environmental Awareness Programme
Funded through the European Union Programme for Building Sustainable Prosperity, Fermanagh District Council, Fermanagh Trust and DoE (NI) Environment & Heritage Service.
Over 40 individuals and organisations provided presentations / demonstrations on environmental subjects such as earth education, waste management, renewable energy, organic living, river ecology, habitats & species, fair trade, food miles, alternative technology, biodiversity and countryside management etc.
It is proposed to hold a similar Festival in May 2008 and the purpose of this letter is to invite your participation.
The Project Committee is keen that exhibitors will provide vibrant, practical examples / demonstrations of their involvement with the environment and where possible offer the public the opportunity to participate in their own particular field / activity.
Contact kcda@btconnect.com
or John Houston
Project Manager
Killesher Community Development Association
Larganess Centre
Tully
Florencecourt
Co Fermanagh
BT92 1FN
Fermanagh Community Environmental Awareness Programme
Funded through the European Union Programme for Building Sustainable Prosperity, Fermanagh District Council, Fermanagh Trust and DoE (NI) Environment & Heritage Service.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Which Goddess Are You?
A workshop to celebrate International Women’s Day will be held in the North Leitrim Women’s Centre, Manorhamilton on Saturday,
March 8th from 11 am – 4 pm.
The workshop will be facilitated by Monica Corish, a Kinlough based artist, writer and creative workshop facilitator.
The cost of the workshop is just €15.
Contact the centre at 071 9856220 for further information.
Come and celebrate International Women’s Day in the company of the Goddess!
March 8th from 11 am – 4 pm.
The workshop will be facilitated by Monica Corish, a Kinlough based artist, writer and creative workshop facilitator.
The cost of the workshop is just €15.
Contact the centre at 071 9856220 for further information.
Come and celebrate International Women’s Day in the company of the Goddess!
Monday, February 4, 2008
WINE LOVERS THEME NIGHT
AT CLANCY’S OF GLENFARNE
WEDNESDAY 13TH FEBRUARY 7.30 TO 9.30
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WONDERFUL WINES OF ITALY.
WE WILL TAKE A DETAILED LOOK AT THE DIFFERENT REGIONS AND WINES THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY.
WE WILL TASTE A NUMBER OF WINES FROM DIFFERENT PARTS OF ITALY, SOME OF WHICH YOU WILL KNOW AND SOME YOU MAY NOT.
WE WILL HAVE SOME TASTES OF ITALY TO MATCH WITH THE WINES AND LEARN WHY THEY GO WELL TOGETHER.
FOR €25.00 YOU WILL ENJOY THE TASTES AND AROMAS OF ITALY AND HOPEFULLY HAVE SOME FUN
.
CONTACT PETER CUMISKY FOR DETAILS AT 9853400 OR 087 2306427 OR BY EMAIL CORSKYPH@IOL.IE
WEDNESDAY 13TH FEBRUARY 7.30 TO 9.30
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WONDERFUL WINES OF ITALY.
WE WILL TAKE A DETAILED LOOK AT THE DIFFERENT REGIONS AND WINES THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY.
WE WILL TASTE A NUMBER OF WINES FROM DIFFERENT PARTS OF ITALY, SOME OF WHICH YOU WILL KNOW AND SOME YOU MAY NOT.
WE WILL HAVE SOME TASTES OF ITALY TO MATCH WITH THE WINES AND LEARN WHY THEY GO WELL TOGETHER.
FOR €25.00 YOU WILL ENJOY THE TASTES AND AROMAS OF ITALY AND HOPEFULLY HAVE SOME FUN
.
CONTACT PETER CUMISKY FOR DETAILS AT 9853400 OR 087 2306427 OR BY EMAIL CORSKYPH@IOL.IE
AN INTRODUCTION TO WINE COURSE.
STARTING SOON
At Clancys of Glenfarne
THIS 4 WEEK COURSE WILL GIVE PEOPLE WHO LIKE WINE AN IDEA OF HOW AND WHERE WINE IS MADE AND WHY THEY ARE SO DIFFERENT.
YOU WILL ALSO LEARN HOW TO PROPERLY TASTE WINE AND HOW TO MATCH WINE AND FOOD IN AN INTERESTING AND ENJOYABLE WAY.
THE COURSE WILL START ON TUESDAY 12th FEBRUARY FROM 7 TO 9 PM.
COURSE NOTES, WINES FOR TASTING, AND “NIBBLES” WILL BE PROVIDED.
PETER CUMISKY, WHO CURRENTLY LECTURES FOR THE WINE BOARD OF IRELAND, WILL PRESENT THIS COURSE.
At Clancys of Glenfarne
THIS 4 WEEK COURSE WILL GIVE PEOPLE WHO LIKE WINE AN IDEA OF HOW AND WHERE WINE IS MADE AND WHY THEY ARE SO DIFFERENT.
YOU WILL ALSO LEARN HOW TO PROPERLY TASTE WINE AND HOW TO MATCH WINE AND FOOD IN AN INTERESTING AND ENJOYABLE WAY.
THE COURSE WILL START ON TUESDAY 12th FEBRUARY FROM 7 TO 9 PM.
COURSE NOTES, WINES FOR TASTING, AND “NIBBLES” WILL BE PROVIDED.
PETER CUMISKY, WHO CURRENTLY LECTURES FOR THE WINE BOARD OF IRELAND, WILL PRESENT THIS COURSE.
Advanced gardening courses at The Organic Centre with Ingrid Foley
Advanced gardening courses at The Organic Centre with Ingrid Foley
“The obvious experience of Ingrid Foley, her interest in our questions and her love in organic gardening made the day” said one course participant on last years courses.
For the first time The Organic Centre offers now advanced gardening courses with Ingrid.
There are three separate day courses offered for those who already have gardening experience but who may wish to expand their horticultural expertise.
Three topics have been chosen
Soil Fertility Management February 17th – Pest and Diseases April 12th – Weed Management October 19th
The courses will run from 10am -5pm, cost €90 and are hands-on complimented by class room sessions, making full use of the gardens and facilities at The Organic Centre.
Bookings and more information from The Organic Centre, 071-9854338, e-mail: info@theorganiccentre.ie, website: www.theorganiccentre.ie
Please find below additional information about the 3 days.
Sat February 17th: Soil Fertility management… participants who undertook the garden Complete Course will have had a basic introduction to soils, this course focuses on how, as gardeners, we manage soil fertility organically. The emphasis will be on a holistic approach viz., understanding the physical, biological and chemical properties of the soil and how to work in harmony with these three properties to attain a healthy fertile soil.
Rotation and crop planning will also be covered in terms of the overall fertility plan
There will be a practical session on composting in the Organic Centre’s dedicated demonstration area, a seed sowing session to assess skills, drawing up of individual fertility plans based on soil type to link in with your rotation plan for the year ahead
Sat April 12th: Pests and Diseases
There are a myriad of pests and diseases that can affect vegetable crops, fortunately we only encounter a number of very common ones eg blight, botrytis, slugs, aphids. We will look at the most common signs and symptoms for a range of pests and diseases and how through good practise eg hygiene, biodiversity, companion planting etc in the garden the impact of pests and diseases can be minimised. Remember while control is necessary in some cases particularly in the case of disease, the organic approach in terms of attaining a good ecological balance of prey and predator will be emphasised
There will be a practical session where (hopefully we won’t find any PN D’s at the centre!) we will have a tour of the gardens with the emphasis on aspects of pest and disease management. We will also skill up in pricking out, potting up and planting on.
If you have any plant material that you have a question mark over please bring it on the day
Sun October 19th: Weed management.
Weeds in the vegetable garden are fairly obvious, but do you know how to identify whether it’s a pernicious perennial, a biennial or an annual, is it safe to put on the compost heap? It’s very important as a gardener to be able, not only to know ‘x’ plant is a weed, you should be able to name it and ultimately what plant family it belongs to. This knowledge is key to weed management
Therefore you will be sent out to gather as many wild plants that you can muster in October and you will learn how to use the wildflower guide to ID plants that can be potential weeds in your garden.
We will discuss all the methods that can be used to make our lives easier as, for organic gardeners weeding is the biggest labour input during the gardening year.
I’d appreciate participants bringing plants from their gardens that are problematic. As this course runs in October perhaps you could gather a collection late August September and bring in dry samples
“The obvious experience of Ingrid Foley, her interest in our questions and her love in organic gardening made the day” said one course participant on last years courses.
For the first time The Organic Centre offers now advanced gardening courses with Ingrid.
There are three separate day courses offered for those who already have gardening experience but who may wish to expand their horticultural expertise.
Three topics have been chosen
Soil Fertility Management February 17th – Pest and Diseases April 12th – Weed Management October 19th
The courses will run from 10am -5pm, cost €90 and are hands-on complimented by class room sessions, making full use of the gardens and facilities at The Organic Centre.
Bookings and more information from The Organic Centre, 071-9854338, e-mail: info@theorganiccentre.ie, website: www.theorganiccentre.ie
Please find below additional information about the 3 days.
Sat February 17th: Soil Fertility management… participants who undertook the garden Complete Course will have had a basic introduction to soils, this course focuses on how, as gardeners, we manage soil fertility organically. The emphasis will be on a holistic approach viz., understanding the physical, biological and chemical properties of the soil and how to work in harmony with these three properties to attain a healthy fertile soil.
Rotation and crop planning will also be covered in terms of the overall fertility plan
There will be a practical session on composting in the Organic Centre’s dedicated demonstration area, a seed sowing session to assess skills, drawing up of individual fertility plans based on soil type to link in with your rotation plan for the year ahead
Sat April 12th: Pests and Diseases
There are a myriad of pests and diseases that can affect vegetable crops, fortunately we only encounter a number of very common ones eg blight, botrytis, slugs, aphids. We will look at the most common signs and symptoms for a range of pests and diseases and how through good practise eg hygiene, biodiversity, companion planting etc in the garden the impact of pests and diseases can be minimised. Remember while control is necessary in some cases particularly in the case of disease, the organic approach in terms of attaining a good ecological balance of prey and predator will be emphasised
There will be a practical session where (hopefully we won’t find any PN D’s at the centre!) we will have a tour of the gardens with the emphasis on aspects of pest and disease management. We will also skill up in pricking out, potting up and planting on.
If you have any plant material that you have a question mark over please bring it on the day
Sun October 19th: Weed management.
Weeds in the vegetable garden are fairly obvious, but do you know how to identify whether it’s a pernicious perennial, a biennial or an annual, is it safe to put on the compost heap? It’s very important as a gardener to be able, not only to know ‘x’ plant is a weed, you should be able to name it and ultimately what plant family it belongs to. This knowledge is key to weed management
Therefore you will be sent out to gather as many wild plants that you can muster in October and you will learn how to use the wildflower guide to ID plants that can be potential weeds in your garden.
We will discuss all the methods that can be used to make our lives easier as, for organic gardeners weeding is the biggest labour input during the gardening year.
I’d appreciate participants bringing plants from their gardens that are problematic. As this course runs in October perhaps you could gather a collection late August September and bring in dry samples
What some Greenbox network members are up to
Great article in The Daily Telegraph www.telegraph.co.uk about a walk Martin McGuigan took Christopher Somerville in the Sperrins .Worth a look. Look under Travel and then Activity & Adventure
Bear Essentials Bawnboy
Creativity Day Course for Easter at Bear Essentials Bawnboy,Co.Cavan
Experience making an Easter Bunny, bread baking & Easter decorations
for children boys & girls age 6-18 years
on Wednesday 19th of March 10am-4pm
Please enrol now Tel: 049 9523461 email: info@bearessentials.ie or book on line at www.bearessentials.ie
Experience making an Easter Bunny, bread baking & Easter decorations
for children boys & girls age 6-18 years
on Wednesday 19th of March 10am-4pm
Please enrol now Tel: 049 9523461 email: info@bearessentials.ie or book on line at www.bearessentials.ie
The Organic Centre
Rossinvers' Organic Centre bids farewell to successful students from 2007
The twelve full-time students came together last Friday to celebrate their very successful completion of the FETAC-Level 5 accredited course in organic horticulture supported by FAS. While St.Brigid was ringing in the the new season with snowflakes and bitterly cold temperatures the students where looking back on their achievements and experiences of the last year and ahead into their future career in organic horticulture.
Most part of the training took place at The Organic Centre, using the horticultural facilities, such as the polytunnels and a large outdoor vegetable production area as well as the orchard and softfruit area to demonstrate hands-on horticultural methods to successfully grow fruit and vegetable organically. During the summer students trained and worked closely together with the experienced gardenteam from The Organic Centre.
The students also received classroom teachings and lectures delivered by Organic Centre staff and guest speakers to back up the practical training.
The combination of the two ways of learning proofed very successful for the students and their trainers showing in high grades achieved in botany, organic crop protection, organic food crops and organic soil management exams and projects.
During the winter month a "Start your own Business" course plus four weeks of work experience outside The Organic Centre rounded off the diverse course in Organic Horticulture.
On the 18th of February 2008 The Organic Centre will welcome a new group of students to train in organic horticulture in an exciting eight module FETAC-course.
For more information on this course ring The Organic Centre at 071-9854338 or FAS in Sligo
The twelve full-time students came together last Friday to celebrate their very successful completion of the FETAC-Level 5 accredited course in organic horticulture supported by FAS. While St.Brigid was ringing in the the new season with snowflakes and bitterly cold temperatures the students where looking back on their achievements and experiences of the last year and ahead into their future career in organic horticulture.
Most part of the training took place at The Organic Centre, using the horticultural facilities, such as the polytunnels and a large outdoor vegetable production area as well as the orchard and softfruit area to demonstrate hands-on horticultural methods to successfully grow fruit and vegetable organically. During the summer students trained and worked closely together with the experienced gardenteam from The Organic Centre.
The students also received classroom teachings and lectures delivered by Organic Centre staff and guest speakers to back up the practical training.
The combination of the two ways of learning proofed very successful for the students and their trainers showing in high grades achieved in botany, organic crop protection, organic food crops and organic soil management exams and projects.
During the winter month a "Start your own Business" course plus four weeks of work experience outside The Organic Centre rounded off the diverse course in Organic Horticulture.
On the 18th of February 2008 The Organic Centre will welcome a new group of students to train in organic horticulture in an exciting eight module FETAC-course.
For more information on this course ring The Organic Centre at 071-9854338 or FAS in Sligo
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Organic Centre Courses 2008
The Organic Centre, Rossinver, Co. Leitrim has just published their new courses and training programme for 2008.
The programme seeks to offer practical advice and enjoyable opportunities for the increasing numbers of people interested in organic gardening and horticulture courses. As oil prices continue to rise, we are likely to see profound changes affecting transport, food production, housing and energy sources. We strongly believe that our courses can help to prepare for these changes. We try to give course participants the skills, knowledge and confidence they will need to make changes leading to a more sustainable lifestyle. Our courses will also help reinvigorate local communities through training and other supports.
Highlights of the 2008 programme are
The Complete Organic Garden Course in Leitrim, Clare and Wicklow, starting in February 2008.
Advanced Gardening
Gardening in small spaces
Learn how to live the good life
Cooking with the Grass Roof Café
Please find attached training and course programme. If you need any more information please don’t hesitate to contact me at the centre.
Hans Wieland
Training and course co-ordinator
071-9854338
hansorganiccentre@eircom.net
The programme seeks to offer practical advice and enjoyable opportunities for the increasing numbers of people interested in organic gardening and horticulture courses. As oil prices continue to rise, we are likely to see profound changes affecting transport, food production, housing and energy sources. We strongly believe that our courses can help to prepare for these changes. We try to give course participants the skills, knowledge and confidence they will need to make changes leading to a more sustainable lifestyle. Our courses will also help reinvigorate local communities through training and other supports.
Highlights of the 2008 programme are
The Complete Organic Garden Course in Leitrim, Clare and Wicklow, starting in February 2008.
Advanced Gardening
Gardening in small spaces
Learn how to live the good life
Cooking with the Grass Roof Café
Please find attached training and course programme. If you need any more information please don’t hesitate to contact me at the centre.
Hans Wieland
Training and course co-ordinator
071-9854338
hansorganiccentre@eircom.net
Christmas Goodies
Christmas Gift Vouchers
From Ard Nahoo
Stuck for a gift idea? Why not give something that will really be appreciated. Ard Nahoo Gift Vouchers can be given for a number of day retreats, treatments and chillout breaks, or a cash value.
The Stressbuster €90
Relax and unwind with an Uisce Hour (a session in our indoor/outdoor wet area, including Detox Box Sauna and Hot Tub) and then indulge in a massage of your choice. Your day includes detox tea and healthy snacks.
The Detox Treat €75
Repair your body after the festive period with a session in our Detox Box followed by a massage. Includes detox tea and healthy snacks.
Uisce Hour €30pp
Soak away your cares with a session in our Uisce Area, complete with detox box, steam room and hot tub. Lay back in the bubbles and gaze upon Loch Nahoo. Minimum of 2 people per session.
Yoga & Relaxation Retreat €90
Balance body and mind with a yoga session in our stunning new studio, along with a restorative Uisce Hour. A delicious organic light lunch will be served, along with detox tea and healthy snacks throughout the day.
Chillout Weekend €300
The ultimate gift! A chillout weekend break offers our Eco Cabin for the weekend, sleeping 2 - 4. Included is an organic welcome pack to make your stay as comfortable as possible. You can book in for treatments or an Uisce Hour, or use Ard Nahoo as a base to explore the beautiful local area.
Retreat Vouchers
Why not treat a loved one to a retreat? In Spring 2008, we have numerous retreats planned. A gift voucher for one of these weekend breaks would be the perfect way to bring in the new year.
Yoga & Relaxation - 22nd - 24th Feb €350pp
This weekend retreat focuses on asana practice, pranayama (breath work), relaxation techniques and visualisation. There will be plenty of free time to soak in the hot tub, or to explore the local area.
Mammas & Pappas - 7th - 9th March €395pp
An exciting new retreat preparing prospective parents for childbirth and beyond. With groundings in yoga, the weekend will cover acupressure and breathing as well as birth rehearsal. Pregnancy is an exciting but daunting time, and our retreat is aimed at calming those nerves in a safe and supportive atmosphere.
Eco Retreat - 10th - 13th April €410pp
Our certified Eco Retreat is really something special. Connect with your inner self as well as the surrounding beauty of nature. Enjoy herb walks, daily yoga, guest teachers and native exploration. The weekend promises great food, likeminded company and the chance to truly transform yourself.
From Ard Nahoo
Stuck for a gift idea? Why not give something that will really be appreciated. Ard Nahoo Gift Vouchers can be given for a number of day retreats, treatments and chillout breaks, or a cash value.
The Stressbuster €90
Relax and unwind with an Uisce Hour (a session in our indoor/outdoor wet area, including Detox Box Sauna and Hot Tub) and then indulge in a massage of your choice. Your day includes detox tea and healthy snacks.
The Detox Treat €75
Repair your body after the festive period with a session in our Detox Box followed by a massage. Includes detox tea and healthy snacks.
Uisce Hour €30pp
Soak away your cares with a session in our Uisce Area, complete with detox box, steam room and hot tub. Lay back in the bubbles and gaze upon Loch Nahoo. Minimum of 2 people per session.
Yoga & Relaxation Retreat €90
Balance body and mind with a yoga session in our stunning new studio, along with a restorative Uisce Hour. A delicious organic light lunch will be served, along with detox tea and healthy snacks throughout the day.
Chillout Weekend €300
The ultimate gift! A chillout weekend break offers our Eco Cabin for the weekend, sleeping 2 - 4. Included is an organic welcome pack to make your stay as comfortable as possible. You can book in for treatments or an Uisce Hour, or use Ard Nahoo as a base to explore the beautiful local area.
Retreat Vouchers
Why not treat a loved one to a retreat? In Spring 2008, we have numerous retreats planned. A gift voucher for one of these weekend breaks would be the perfect way to bring in the new year.
Yoga & Relaxation - 22nd - 24th Feb €350pp
This weekend retreat focuses on asana practice, pranayama (breath work), relaxation techniques and visualisation. There will be plenty of free time to soak in the hot tub, or to explore the local area.
Mammas & Pappas - 7th - 9th March €395pp
An exciting new retreat preparing prospective parents for childbirth and beyond. With groundings in yoga, the weekend will cover acupressure and breathing as well as birth rehearsal. Pregnancy is an exciting but daunting time, and our retreat is aimed at calming those nerves in a safe and supportive atmosphere.
Eco Retreat - 10th - 13th April €410pp
Our certified Eco Retreat is really something special. Connect with your inner self as well as the surrounding beauty of nature. Enjoy herb walks, daily yoga, guest teachers and native exploration. The weekend promises great food, likeminded company and the chance to truly transform yourself.
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Network News
We have been a little quiet on the Networking side of things for the last while mainly due to the fact that people are busy and we have tried not add to your work load at this time of year .This is just a general email out to you all re: some things of interest.
Firstly I am away on annual leave from today July 25th until September 3rd... Ollie is also away until August 10th so all queries to Olga for anything urgent.
Workshop on Community Participation in Countryside Management coming up in see attached file. First come first serve.
This is the link to the latest edition of the Greenbox Times http://www.greenbox.ie/UserFiles/GREENBOX_Newsletter_new.pdf
Hug the Bundle is delighted to report that Fermanagh District Council has implemented an incentive scheme to promote the use of real nappies. Every new mother living in the Fermanagh area is to receive a £30 voucher towards a starter pack of real nappies. The voucher can be collected when registering a birth at the Town Hall in Enniskillen. Please pass on the word and make sure if you are eligible to collect your pack. The following article provides more information on the scheme.
http://www.nwipp-newspapers.com/fh/free/298213763465343.php
Teresa O Hare may be in contact with you in the next while; she is carrying out a network analysis and will be approaching network members with a comprehensive questionnaire. please , please respond to it , your opinion is very important in the shaping of the network for the future.
Reminder to you all - keep sending us information about your businesses so that we can post it up on the blog.
Coming up
Next Network meeting is on Wednesday 5th of September in Inishbeg Cottages in Blaney in Fermanagh 8.00pm
Eu flower training scheduled to start within the next two weeks. We have had a lot of interest in this and have signed up 13 people so far…
(Free)
Greenbox standards training notice of select tender list has gone up on the server, tenders expected back during August and training scheduled to start September (Free)
Ecotourism certificate training to be delivered in the autumn after a suitable organization has been identified.
Canoe Courses
Carratraw Canoe Centre introductory courses cover skills from the level 1 (1 day course) & level 2 (2 day course) skills awards in general purpose kayaks.
The courses are run at Carratraw Bridge on the edge of Lough Erne, lovely clean water on a secluded river making it an ideal location to enjoy the thrill of learning a new skill.
Excellent qualified instructors that are enthusiastic and experienced to ensure you are safe, learn the fundamental techniques, and the simple safety rules that will help you enjoy a lifetime of water activities.
Our introductory courses provide all the equipment you need – kayak, paddle, wetsuit, waterproof paddle jacket, buoyancy aid and helmet. Changing facilities are available at Carratraw Canoe Centre.
Senior Courses
Dates
Level I Kayak Proficiency Skills Course
Monday 30th July,2007
Wednesday 1st August,2007
Level 2 Kayak Proficiency Skills Course (day 1)
Tuesday 31st July,2007
(2nd day to be arranged)
Thursday 2nd August, 2007
(2nd day to be arranged)
A limited number of places are still available on the above courses.
The commencement of the above and other courses will depend on the level of interest in each particular course. The above Senior Courses are suitable for persons over the age of 16.
Contact Details:
Carrawtraw Canoe Centre
Inishmore,
Butlers Bridge,
Co. Cavan
Phone No: +353(0)872905752
Well folks that are about it have a nice ecotourism summer!
See you all in the autumn.
Marella
Firstly I am away on annual leave from today July 25th until September 3rd... Ollie is also away until August 10th so all queries to Olga for anything urgent.
Workshop on Community Participation in Countryside Management coming up in see attached file. First come first serve.
This is the link to the latest edition of the Greenbox Times http://www.greenbox.ie/UserFiles/GREENBOX_Newsletter_new.pdf
Hug the Bundle is delighted to report that Fermanagh District Council has implemented an incentive scheme to promote the use of real nappies. Every new mother living in the Fermanagh area is to receive a £30 voucher towards a starter pack of real nappies. The voucher can be collected when registering a birth at the Town Hall in Enniskillen. Please pass on the word and make sure if you are eligible to collect your pack. The following article provides more information on the scheme.
http://www.nwipp-newspapers.com/fh/free/298213763465343.php
Teresa O Hare may be in contact with you in the next while; she is carrying out a network analysis and will be approaching network members with a comprehensive questionnaire. please , please respond to it , your opinion is very important in the shaping of the network for the future.
Reminder to you all - keep sending us information about your businesses so that we can post it up on the blog.
Coming up
Next Network meeting is on Wednesday 5th of September in Inishbeg Cottages in Blaney in Fermanagh 8.00pm
Eu flower training scheduled to start within the next two weeks. We have had a lot of interest in this and have signed up 13 people so far…
(Free)
Greenbox standards training notice of select tender list has gone up on the server, tenders expected back during August and training scheduled to start September (Free)
Ecotourism certificate training to be delivered in the autumn after a suitable organization has been identified.
Canoe Courses
Carratraw Canoe Centre introductory courses cover skills from the level 1 (1 day course) & level 2 (2 day course) skills awards in general purpose kayaks.
The courses are run at Carratraw Bridge on the edge of Lough Erne, lovely clean water on a secluded river making it an ideal location to enjoy the thrill of learning a new skill.
Excellent qualified instructors that are enthusiastic and experienced to ensure you are safe, learn the fundamental techniques, and the simple safety rules that will help you enjoy a lifetime of water activities.
Our introductory courses provide all the equipment you need – kayak, paddle, wetsuit, waterproof paddle jacket, buoyancy aid and helmet. Changing facilities are available at Carratraw Canoe Centre.
Senior Courses
Dates
Level I Kayak Proficiency Skills Course
Monday 30th July,2007
Wednesday 1st August,2007
Level 2 Kayak Proficiency Skills Course (day 1)
Tuesday 31st July,2007
(2nd day to be arranged)
Thursday 2nd August, 2007
(2nd day to be arranged)
A limited number of places are still available on the above courses.
The commencement of the above and other courses will depend on the level of interest in each particular course. The above Senior Courses are suitable for persons over the age of 16.
Contact Details:
Carrawtraw Canoe Centre
Inishmore,
Butlers Bridge,
Co. Cavan
Phone No: +353(0)872905752
Well folks that are about it have a nice ecotourism summer!
See you all in the autumn.
Marella
Monday, June 25, 2007
Arts and Crafts
This is an interesting development for all who are interested in crafts etc.
www.craftfairsandevents.com is a website designed for the benefit of Crafters in Northern Ireland
What are the benefits?
Your own web page advertising your craft, this page will showcase your work and can include 3 pictures, and a few thumbnail images.
Photographs of members work will be posted on The Gallery Page, these will link to the members own page.
As members I hope that we can all share news and dates of Craft Fairs, Events and Shows.
All Craft Fairs and Events emailed to us or sent via the Event Entry Form will be added to the Calendar in the Message Board. This will only be accessible to Website Members.
Access to the Craft Fairs & Events message board to share information with other members.An opportunity to share any Craft news, stories etc
No Computer? You can still join and have a web page these members can have the calendar posted via 'snail mail'
A selling page for your craft using the paypal shopping cart.
Begin your membership at any time of the year to run a full 12 months.
If you can offer Craft Courses we will advertise them on the site Craft Courses Page
Advertise your business on our site
Visit www.craftfairsandevents.com
www.craftfairsandevents.com is a website designed for the benefit of Crafters in Northern Ireland
What are the benefits?
Your own web page advertising your craft, this page will showcase your work and can include 3 pictures, and a few thumbnail images.
Photographs of members work will be posted on The Gallery Page, these will link to the members own page.
As members I hope that we can all share news and dates of Craft Fairs, Events and Shows.
All Craft Fairs and Events emailed to us or sent via the Event Entry Form will be added to the Calendar in the Message Board. This will only be accessible to Website Members.
Access to the Craft Fairs & Events message board to share information with other members.An opportunity to share any Craft news, stories etc
No Computer? You can still join and have a web page these members can have the calendar posted via 'snail mail'
A selling page for your craft using the paypal shopping cart.
Begin your membership at any time of the year to run a full 12 months.
If you can offer Craft Courses we will advertise them on the site Craft Courses Page
Advertise your business on our site
Visit www.craftfairsandevents.com
Monday, June 18, 2007
LIVE EARTH
Hi Everyone
Just a newsy bit for your info:
Live Earth is a 24-hour, 7-continent series of 9 concerts taking place on 7/7/07 that will bring together more than 100 music artists and 2 billion people to trigger a global movement to solve the climate crisis.
For more details go to http://www.liveearth.org/.
Karen.
Just a newsy bit for your info:
Live Earth is a 24-hour, 7-continent series of 9 concerts taking place on 7/7/07 that will bring together more than 100 music artists and 2 billion people to trigger a global movement to solve the climate crisis.
For more details go to http://www.liveearth.org/.
Karen.
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