Lough Carra Catchment Association Podcast
The Lough Carra Catchment Association (LCCA) was established in early 2018 and its goal is to restore, protect and conserve the ecological integrity of Lough Carra and its lakeshore habitats and to ensure the quality of drinking water from the lough. This podcast series is aimed at promoting the work of LCCA, by engaging in conversations with people who work hard to preserve the lake and its catchment.
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Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Cilian Roden, also known as The Snorkeling Scientist, who studies the biology of Lough Carra. Cilian is an expert on aquatic plants, with decades of experience in monitoring and securing Irish aquatic ecosystems. He is the author of "The Naturalist View" and multiple scientific publications on the subject of aquatic biology.This is also the last episode of Season 1 of the LCCA Podcast. See you soon for Season 2!
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
In this episode, Padraig Kelly, the Lough Carra LIFE Groundwater Officer, discusses his role within the LIFE project and provides some preliminary results from the groundwater study of the catchment.
Padraig is from Ballintubber, Co Mayo, within the Lough Carra catchment area. Therefore, apart from being an expert in his field, he grew up close to the lake.
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
In this episode, Kieran Flynn, the Lough Carra LIFE Project Manager, discusses his role, the day-to-day operations of the LIFE Project, achievements, goals, and plans for the future.
The LCCA were instrumental in the establishment of the Lough Carra LIFE Project. They remain a key partner in the project, and will be central to Project’s AfterLIFE plan.
Hosted by: Jarek Majkusiak
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
In this episode, Tom Byrne and Chris Huxley, both founding members and directors of LCCA, discuss the history of the association, its current projects, and future ambitions. Tom and Chris provide an honest assessment of the current state of Lough Carra, along with potential solutions for the lake's future.
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
Chris Huxley is a founding member and director of Lough Carra Catchment Association (LCCA). In this episode, Chris talks about the importance of the lake on an international and national scale, and the current state of the ecology of Lough Carra and its catchment area.
Hosted by: Jarek Majkusiak
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