This article chronicles a visit to a lakeside woodland in Longford to get aerial photos and observe biodiversity. Despite interest in planting native woodlands through the Native Tree Area Scheme, bureaucratic hurdles and financial obstacles discourage progress. The author argues for simpler regulations to support reforestation efforts.
A forest visit in Leitrim where the owner is working to strike a balance between balancing the requirements of nature and economic return.
In this article I review the work of Bird Watch Ireland.
Charlie Barker's wonderful farm provides a shining example of how diversification and respect nature can go hand in hand.
Why are insects so important and what can we do to save them?
An overview of the activities of some of Monaghan's Tidy Towns groups...
Thinking of creating a wildflower area? Here's a few pointers on what to look out for.
Nature keeps giving and we keep taking...
I spoke to the Madden family about their role in putting sustainability at the heart of creating one of Ireland's most luxurious guesthouses.
McNally's Miscellany 