VISION
Níl beatha gan uisce
(There is no life without water)
The vision of the Friends of the Upper Annalee is to protect our precious water sources so that the rivers and lakes in the Erne sub-catchment of the Upper (East) Annalee River (WFD Annalee SC_010) are restored to their natural states, made healthy and biodiverse and resilient to future change so as to support and sustain vibrant and prosperous communities.
mission
We will work to monitor, conserve, protect, enhance and restore our rivers, lakes, groundwater, wetlands and their surrounding environments within the Monaghan and Cavan catchment.
We will work to ensure our drinking water sources are protected, and that drinking water supplies are safe, wholesome and clean.
We will endeavour to inspire, inform and educate all who live, work and visit the region about our water ecology and the role we can all play in its protection and improvement.
We will advocate for the natural environment, and in recognising the history of the region we will help to preserve its rich natural, built, cultural and social heritage.
We aim to help ensure our water environments and communities are more resilient to climate change.
We will support sustainable recreation on our waterways that provide benefits for the environment, our communities and local economy.
AIMS OF THE FRIENDS
- to conserve, protect, rehabilitate and improve the water quality of lakes, watercourses and water-dependant wildlife and biodiversity of the Annalee sub-catchment of the Erne
- to undertake survey work to determine the condition of water quality, habitat or species populations and to share this information
- to support and enhance environmental education in local communities including landowners, schools/education providers and the general public on the importance of our freshwater environments
- to identify and seek to alter negative human impacts, and remain vigilant to the risks and threats posed by human activities, and ensure these are reported to the relevant authorities
- to work with other Friends groups/ environmental groups/ group water schemes
The Friends will work closely with relevant local authorities and statutory agencies, responsible for the regulation and protection of the environment, ensuring that its work is undertaken to the highest standard and in line with regulatory requirements.