The Little Terns return to Ireland in April.  The nesting season runs from May through to August.

We are looking for volunteers to help with the project.  The main help needed will be wardening, and also help with erecting and dismantling the fencing for the nesting enclosure.

Wardening at Baltray is a very enjoyable way of spending part of your day.  It is a beautiful area and the birds are a pleasure to observe.

The duties of a warden consist mainly of:

• Watching out for and chasing off predators, mainly hooded crows.
• Alerting one of the team if there is any damage to the fence.
• Guiding people away from the enclosure if they approach it and showing them the alternative walking route.
• Giving out information to people about the project if they are interested.
• Generally monitoring the behaviour of the Little Terns, noting if they seem particularly quiet or agitated etc.

Wardening requires no experience whatsoever.  Any time whatsoever that can be given to this will be greatly appreciated.

If you would like to volunteer or would like further information please email info@louthnaturetrust.org or phone 086 2434874.

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