Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast

The guest in this episode is Brian Hughes, a National Parks and Wildlife Service Ranger responsible for South East Mayo region, including Lough Carra and its entire catchment area.

This episode’s guest is John Thornton, the new chair of the Lough Carra Catchment Association, taking over from Tom Byrne. John grew up on the shores of Lough Carra, and his love for the lake, its history, and the local community really shines throug... more

This episode’s guest is Peter Comer, a Teagasc ASSAP Advisor. Peter works with farmers, providing guidance on practices that help to prevent nutrients, sediment, and pesticides from entering local water bodies.

The guest of this episode is Dr. Ken Irvine, Emeritus Professor of Aquatic Ecosystems at the Institute for Water Education in Netherlands, and one of the world's leading experts on lake ecosystems. He has worked on a a range of lakes and catchments a... more

In this episode, my guests represent the Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark, which includes Lough Carra. Joining me are Micheal Hegarty, the Geopark Manager, and Dr. Benjamin Thébaudeau, the Geopark Geologist.

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In this episode, the guest is Al McDonnell, a long-serving councillor with Mayo County Council, a businessman, a farmer, and a native of Lough Carra. He is also a dedicated supporter of the Lough Carra Catchment Association.

The guest of this episode is Dr. Fiona White – lecturer at Atlantic Technological University and historian specializing in the history Moore Hall and Moore family.

Moore Hall:

Moore Hall, the house and estate of George Henry Moore and family, ... more

In this episode, my guest is Ann Marie Meaney – Surface Water Officer of The Lough Carra Life Projects, tasked with monitoring the current quality of the water in Lough Carra and the catchment.

ANN MARIE MEANEY BIO:

Ann Marie is a native of County... more