BAT WALKS in Salthill
We are hoping that the weather will hold and will host two bat walks. Given the weather requirements, these must be pre-booked and you may email: garry@nationalaquarium.ie to reserve your spot. Limited to 20 people.
UPDATE — This weeks walk will be rescheduled due to the YELLOW WEATHER WARNING
COASTWATCH IRL Survey
There will be a free Coastwatch Survey on Ladies Beach, SALTHILL on the 14th of October from 1 pm.
FOSSIL WALKS – Mid Term Break
We are looking forward to exploring the geology of Ladies Beach, and searching for Ancient fossils. This experience will happen on the Wednesday and Thursday of the Mid Term Break. Details coming soon.
SEAGRASS WALK
Final Explore Your Shore! of 2026
On the 28th of December we will be hosting the final Explore Your Shore! walk of 2026. This will be on Grattan Beach, and take place from 1.30 pm.
Health & Safety
Participants must arrive early to listen to the Health & Safety Briefing.
An Adult or Guardian must supervise children. Please be weather-ready, wear Strong Shoes, bring your own Gloves for litter picking.
Hazards in the environment, Tripping Hazards. Rocks may shift underfoot and may be covered in Algae, too. Extra care is needed while walking. See our Risk Assessment
The Aquarium can cancel this event at any time, should weather or other personal events arise. We will advertise changes on our socials, so please like and follow for updates.