Check, Clean, Dry: Practical Biosecurity for Waterway Users

Invasive species are most commonly spread through contaminated gear, including equipment, boats, footwear, and clothing. Many invasive plants and animals are small and difficult to detect, allowing them to hitch a ride on damp equipment and be carried into new waterways.

Join Chantel Carr, Biosecurity & Citizen Science Species Officer, for a hands-on, practical workshop that introduces the core principles of biosecurity. You’ll learn how to identify key invasive species, as well as simple “Check, Clean, Dry” habits that can make a real difference in protecting the waterways, environments, and activities you love.

Who should attend?
• Anglers, paddlers and boat users
• Outdoor instructors and club coaches
• Community volunteers and Tidy Towns groups
• Environmental and biodiversity officers
• Anyone who spends time on or near rivers, lakes and wetlands and wants to help protect them

Event Details

Workshop Lead: Chantel Carr

Venue: ATU Sligo, Co. Sligo

Date: Saturday, 12th September 2026

Time: 10AM - 3PM

Fee: €20 Standard ticket

If you have any questions about accessibility or specific needs that would help you take part comfortably, please feel free to contact rhayden@biodiversityireland.ie in advance.

Kindly note that the event may be cancelled if the minimum registration requirement of 10 is not met or in adverse weather conditions.