Volunteers required for GIY Gathering 2012

Wednesday, 15th August 2012

As you will be aware the 4th annual GIY Gathering takes place on the 15th and 16th of September as part of the Waterford Harvest Festival in Waterford City. This year's event has a truly international feel, bringing together some of the world's leading experts and advocates on food growing from Ireland, UK, US and New Zealand. Speakers include a BBC Gardeners World presenter, the head gardener from River Cottage and the inspiration for Michelle Obama's White House garden.

There will be events taking place in 5 locations the Theatre Royal, Greyfriars, 2 theatres in the new Museum and the Large Room in City Hall. We need the help of volunteers to make the Gathering a success.

On Sunday there will be a Market on the Quay, they are expecting 50,000 people so we need all the help we can get. We are asking if people could volunteer for a half day on Sunday either 9am - 1pm or 1pm - 5pm, So that our volunteers have an opportunity to see the other events that are going on during the festival.

So if you are interested in helping out at the Gathering and are willing to give up your Friday evening (setup), Saturday or Sunday please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 087 90 80 935 with your contact details.

Wyse Park Community Garden

As part of our involvement in the garden we have been allocated 8 beds for use either by the group or by individual members of the group. If you are interested in taking a bed in the garden please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 087 9080 935.

Explore Waterford’s Woodlands at Glenshelane

This weekend get out of the city and explore a beautiful Waterford woodland with the Native Woodland Trust on a free guided walk. Join us on Saturday 18th August at 12:00 at Glenshelane Woods just outside Cappoquin, less than an hour from the city. If you are interested in Irish woodlands or would just like to get out for a healthy, fun and informative walk then join us on Saturday. This guided walk is free of charge and all the family is welcome.

The Native Woodlands Trust is an Irish non-government charity that is actively protecting and enhancing Irish native woodland. Native woodland, as in woods made up of native trees such as oak, ash or hazel, is a rare habitat in Ireland. The Native Woodland Trust protects this important Irish natural resource through building public awareness at our walks and talks and through direct action such as native tree planting and woodlands protection. We currently have five reserves throughout Ireland including one in Waterford City at Gracedieu.

Join us on Saturday to learn about Irish woodlands and the activities of the Native Woodlands Trust in Waterford. This is a family friendly event and all are welcome.

To book onto this event or for more details and directions contact Kieran at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or on 087 1953629.