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IWDG humpback research charter opened to non-members

March 19, 2013 by Calvin Jones Leave a Comment

Humpback whale off West Cork

The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) has opened up a research charter scheduled for tomorrow morning to non-members.The formerly "members only" research trip is hoping to find and photograph the humpback whale confirmed in the area yesterday afternoon, and is scheduled to leave Reen Pier, Union Hall, West Cork at 9am sharp... details via the IWDG provided … [Read more...] about IWDG humpback research charter opened to non-members

West Cork Whale Watching: Front Page News

December 3, 2012 by Calvin Jones 4 Comments

A humpback whale breaches alongside a botat in West Cork (c) Simon Duggan

Whale watching in West Cork is in the news again after this incredible shot made the front page of several national newspapers today.A humpback breaching off the West Cork Coast (c) Simon Duggan, All Rights ReservedIt is a once-in-a-lifetime moment captured by whale watcher and long time Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) member Simon Duggan. The boat in the … [Read more...] about West Cork Whale Watching: Front Page News

2012 Summer Whale Watching Courses from the IWDG

May 21, 2012 by Calvin Jones Leave a Comment

If you’re looking for a fun, educational wildlife weekend check out the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group’s summer whalewatching courses. Cape Clear Island in West Cork offers a fantastic vantage point for shore-based cetacean watching amidst fantastic wild scenery. That’s why it’s the IWDG’s destination of choice for their popular summer whale watching courses. This year’s … [Read more...] about 2012 Summer Whale Watching Courses from the IWDG

Top 10 Tips for Eco Tourists from the IUCN

May 2, 2011 by Calvin Jones Leave a Comment

With summer only around the corner, and the popularity of eco-tourism on the rise, many of us will be looking at to consolidate our love of nature with our annual holiday this year.With that in mind The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has released a set of top tips for eco-tourists who want to visit some of the worlds most spectacular … [Read more...] about Top 10 Tips for Eco Tourists from the IUCN

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