Latest News
Entries invited for UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Awards
Entries are invited for the first UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Awards, with categories for Energy, Economic Sustainability, Environment and Education/public awareness.
Scouts fly the flag at Isle of Wight biosphere event
Scouts, Cubs and Beavers in the Isle of Wight will fly the Manx flag at a Biosphere-themed Mardi Gras Carnival on Saturday (30th June).
Living plastics free
Lara Howe, the Marine Officer for the Manx Wildlife Trust, is attempting a single-use plastics-free June. Here is how she is getting on.
Latest Events
Wave Goodbye to Plastics craft workshops
In the morning, (10.30am) children will make bird feeders and use up waste plastic in creative ways for wildlife. In the afternoon (1.30pm), adults will learn to ditch plastic by making beeswax wraps, microplastic-free cosmetics and air fresheners.
UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man in a Changing World
What does it mean to be a small Island Biosphere Reserve in the context of climate change, environmental degradation and a world in flux?
Public lecture by Simon King: Nature Watch
Simon’s talk is richly illustrated by his photographs and films. You will learn how to bridge the gap between the wild world and your own. Simon shares his unique, first- hand knowledge on animal tracks and signs, mimicry and observation skills, peppered with stories of wild encounters from the UK and beyond. There will be a Q&A session at the end of his talk.
27/04/18 at Manx Museum Lecture Theatre, Douglas from 6:30 PM
Cost - £10
Follow the link to book : www.manxnationalheritage.im/whats-on/detail/nature-watch-public-lecture-simon-king2
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Watch the video
To get the 10-minute low-down on UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man, click here, put your feet up and feast your eyes on this inspiring little film.
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WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT?
In a nutshell, UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man is all about keeping the Isle of Man a special place to live, work and visit.