Calendar of Events

Saturday, July 24, 12 noon.

Going Native, Expedition to Darkest Roscommon

Forget the Amazon Basin, the plateaus of Borneo and the Himalayan foothills! The West of Ireland is the place to be for the intrepid orchid enthusiast this summer. We may endeavor to travel to the Lough Allen area later in the day, so chill-out and go native!

Meet: Car park at the Lough Key Forest Park, Boyle, Co. Roscommon at 12 noon

Monday, 6 September, 8 pm.

A Passion for Orchids

Shane Kerr will present a talk aimed particularly at newcomers to orchids. He will explain what defines a plant as an orchid, discuss the romantic history of cultivation and illustrate their breathtaking diversity of orchids including those which can be grown in the home. Members are invited to bring along plants as living proof of his claims.This event will be open to the public. Admission Free

Thursday, 16 September, 8 pm.

‘Shangri-la, a Botanist in the Tibetan Marches’.

Philip Cribb, an avid botanist as well as an legendary authority on orchids will present a talk organised by the National Botanic Gardens.
Will he mention orchids? Come along to find out! Not to be missed!

Monday, 4 October, 8 pm.

Growing a Mixed Collection

Laurence Hobbs who runs a UK orchid nursery will speak to us about his long standing love for orchids giving his tips on success and he may even bring some plants! He may be contacted for his plant lists in advance at +01342 715142 or Fx +01342 712183