Happy to share that the Kildare County Council Biodiversity Action Plan 2026-2031 was officially launched today at the Bog of Allen Nature Centre in Lullymore West, Rathangan, Co. Kildare.
It has been a real privilege to design and illustrate this important publication, which will help guide biodiversity conservation across County Kildare over the coming years. Projects like this are always a team effort, and it's incredibly rewarding to see the work of so many passionate people come together in a publication with such an important purpose.
The launch brought together ecologists, council staff, conservationists and everyone involved in developing the plan. There were inspiring talks about the challenges facing biodiversity, the opportunities ahead, and the vital role that local communities, landowners, organisations and public bodies all play in protecting our natural heritage. It was wonderful to celebrate the completion of the project with the people who made it happen.
The beautiful cover illustration and chapter opener artworks were created by the wonderfully talented Kathrine Geoghegan, whose artwork perfectly captures the richness of Kildare's wildlife and landscapes.
A huge thank you to everyone involved. It's always a pleasure to contribute to projects that help make nature more visible, valued and protected.
Aga Grandowicz, Meabh Boylan, and Kathrine Geoghegan.
To read more about the Plan, have a look here.