Accessing the solar website:

Wilderland has two websites, one always-on, higher resolution website that is heavier to run, and one experimental, situated site, that is solar powered, and in the Nephin Park

The solar site might not always be on or available, it also has other quirks, and will be slower. Adjust your expectactions for this Permacomputing + Small Web alternative.

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Public art project exploring invasive species and natural dyes & inks

Using the existing walking trails as my guide in Nephin National Park, I am currently researching Rhododendron, an invasive species in the Park. Rhododendron has adapted to growing in the dominant acidic soils of peatlands. I will explore it's invasiveness through its use as a raw material, and experiment with extracting the colours through natural dyes, inks and anthotype image making. I will continue to walk the 39km Bangor Trail and various loops within the park by foot, gathering, foraging and observing to develop my project.

I am (letter)keen to reach out to any persons with knowledge of natural dye making in the Mayo region. In addition, any known sites of Fulachta Fiadh in the region that are accessible and visible. I

can be contacted at joannahopkins.art@gmail.com

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