May 12th Dawn Chorus
Glenfarne, Co. Leitrim 4.30am
Experience a wildlife spectacular as you stroll through the Tottenham estate. This is a unique opportunity to listen in to the chatter of our feathered neighbours. Follow the forest paths and encounter the inhabitants of the woodland. Learn what they are saying and who is who. Enjoy fabulous views of Lough MacNean and expert guide Rob will let you in on a few ornithological secrets!
Duration of walks 3-4 hours and are not strenuous.
2 nights self-catering accommodation and 1 guided walk €75 based on 8 sharing at:
www.theoldchoolhousecavan.com
May 19th Sligo Food Festival
Source Cookery School, John St, Sligo, 3pm
Meet at Source Cookery School and come foraging with us in Doorly Park. search for wild herbs, edibles and medicinal plants with Hear about the flora & fauna of the area such as willow, plantain, lesser calendine, mallard, scooter & garden snail. We’ll give you an insight into the culinary history of Sligo. Hear of the influence of Yeats legacy on Sligo and Sligo on Yeats. We’ll even quote you a little poetry.
After the walk, return to Source Cookery School with our foraged fayre and Eithne O’Sullivan, manager of the School, together with Tina will do a cookery demonstration. You’ll get tips like you’ve never got before! Learn how our ancestors used the natural resources for nutrition and sustenance
For more info visit: www.sosligo.com
May 20th Dawn Chorus
Manorhamilton, Co. Leitrim 4.30am
Experience a wildlife spectacular. This is a unique opportunity to listen in to the chatter of our feathered neighbours. Follow the forest paths and encounter the inhabitants of the woodland. Learn what they are saying and who is who. Come back to town for a cuppa and scone and a chat.
June 2nd : Birds, Bees & Boulders
Blacklion, Co. Cavan 11am
Discover the archaeological gem of the Cavan Burren and walk through the ages with us. Explore the fascinating world of our ancestors with archaeology guide Tina. Observe the wildlife and enjoy stunning views of Cuilcagh and surrounding scenery. This is part of the UNESCO designated Cuilcagh Geopark
2 nights self-catering accommodation and 1 guided walk €75 based on 8 sharing at:
www.theoldschoolhousecavan.com
or
www.tawnylustlodge.com
June 3rd : Birds, Bees & Boulders
Manorhamilton, Co. Leitrim 11am
Discover the archaeological gem of Tullyskeherney and walk through the ages with us. Explore the fascinating insect world and birds, their natural predators, with our expert guide, Rob. You might hear a singing skylark , see a spotted orchid or a red admiral butterfly and revel in the stunning views of Glenade valley and surrounding scenery.
Accommodation available at: www.tawnylustlodge.com
Aug 26th Romance, Reminiscences & Rare Mushrooms
Glenfarne, Co. Leitrim 11am
Hear the history of the Ballroom of Romance and Glenfarne Railway station. Forage through Glenfarne demesne for mushrooms such as charcoal burner, orange milkcap and maybe even a chanterelle or two. Enjoy the fabulous views on this lakeside forest trek and some of the artwork on Mcnean sculpture trail.
Accommodation available at www.tawnylustlodge.com
Sep 9th Fun Fungus Forage at Fowley’s Falls
Manorhamilton, Co. Leitrim 11am
Join us for a mushroom forage along the Glenaniff river in Rossinver. Indulge your hunting skills and enjoy the extraordinary waterfalls in this limestone valley. Amongst the hazel and conifer forest you will discover mushrooms such as birch bolete and orange milkcap. Spot the insect inhabitants of the forest floor including the fungus gnat who’ll be on the same mission as you!
Accommodation available at; www.tawnylustlodge.com
Local guides Tina Pommer, Nuala McNulty and Rob Wheeldon ae eco-tourism trained and incorporate Leave No Trace principles and have a rich knowledge of the area, its history folklore, flora and fauna specialising in archaeology, bird, moth and butterfly identification.
Walks 3-4 hours duration. Cost E25/person, children half price. Discount for groups of 5 or more. Group rates available. Tailor made walks on request. Accommodation packages available on request.
Contact Nuala on:
info@tawnylustlodge.com
087 9172143
www.tawnylustlodge.com/leitrim.php
Nuala McNulty
Tawnylust
Manorhamilton
www.tawnylustlodge.com