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1st March 2020

Lecture: “A Circumnavigation of Spitsbergen”

Walrus colony – Hinlopen Strait, Spitsbergen.

The next Glenua lecture, in aid of the RNLI, is to be held on Thursday 5 March (20.00) at the Poolbeg Yacht & Boat Club, Ringsend, Dublin.

Entry contribution of €5 in aid of the RNLI. I would appreciate your help in publicising the lecture in Afloat.

The subject of the lecture is: “A Circumnavigation of Spitsbergen”

The speaker is Photographer and Adventure sailor Adrian van der Lee.

During the summer of 2019, Adrian joins a Norwegian expedition on board the 70ft yacht Valiente to circumnavigate the spectacular 1,500km coast of Spitsbergen - the largest island of the Svalbard archipelago, deep in the Arctic Ocean. But there’s a problem: the ice charts show drift-ice blanketing the north and east of the archipelago, blocking their passage - so far this year circumnavigation has been impossible.

Glenua invite you to join Adrian as he presents his illustrated story with stunning photos of local wildlife and landscapes from this fascinating and remote region.

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About the Loughs Agency

The Loughs Agency is a governmental body established under the 1998 Agreement between the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Government of Ireland. The Agency's goal is to provide sustainable social, economic, and environmental benefits by effectively conserving, managing, promoting, and developing the fisheries and marine resources of the Foyle and Carlingford areas.

The Agency's governing legislation confers several specific functions, including the promotion of development of Lough Foyle and Carlingford Lough for commercial and recreational purposes in respect of marine, fishery, and aquaculture matters. Moreover, the Agency is responsible for managing, conserving, protecting, improving, and developing the inland fisheries of the Foyle and Carlingford areas. Additionally, the Agency has the task of developing and licensing aquaculture, as well as the development of marine tourism.

The Loughs Agency reports to the North South Ministerial Council and its government Sponsor Departments, the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Northern Ireland, and the Department of the Environment, Climate, and Communications (DECC) in Ireland. The Departments fund the Agency on an equal basis.

The Loughs Agency's focus on sustainable development is expected to have a positive impact on the economy, environment, and local communities in the Foyle and Carlingford areas. The Agency's efforts to conserve and enhance the region's marine resources, including fisheries and aquaculture, are expected to benefit local communities, promote tourism, and contribute to economic growth.

In conclusion, the Loughs Agency plays a vital role in promoting the sustainable social, economic, and environmental development of the Foyle and Carlingford areas. Its work on marine conservation and development is crucial in ensuring the long-term viability of the region's natural resources and in promoting sustainable economic growth.