Biodiversity Week is running from May 19th to May 28th. To celebrate we will be hosting a number of events at Wild Nephin National Park, as well as taking part in some community events. Bog Plant BioBlitz On Sunday 21st between 2 and 4pm we will be doing a Bog Plant BioBlitz at the Ballycroy
Did you know that invasive non-native species are one of the top five drivers of global biodiversity loss and cost the Irish economy €2.6 million a year, and can even harm our health? You can help us to protect our environment and wildlife by taking part in Invasive Species Week which kicks off today! For
We are delighted to be teaming up with Corncrake Life and Belmullet Tidy Towns again in 2023 for what is now the annual Midnight Corncrake Tour! The event will take place on June 2nd in Belmullet starting at 8pm. The evening will include a talk at Áras Inis Gluaire by Liam Loftus, Corncrake Life & Ciaran Reaney,
Project’s Call to ActionCalling all explorers! Did you know that our bogs are teaming with tiny plant and animal life? Below our feet is a microcosm of wonder! Together using our ecologists tools and drawing skills, we will delve into the tiny world of bog flora and fauna. As part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2023
Thursday April 27th is National Poetry Day in Ireland. On this special day we want to celebrate Wild Nephin National Park’s naturally dark skies that are now the internationally gold tier accredited Mayo Dark Sky Park. Beneath The Night Sky is written by Michael Chambers, Head Guide here in the National Park. This poem features
Update: Orange fire notice has been extended until Tuesday 25th at 18.00. It is important to check the fire condition status before venturing into the National Park due to this high fire risk. All visitors walking in the Wild Nephin National Park should register: https://campingwildnephin.com/register/ The camping restrictions in the Park continue and please do
International Dark Sky Week taking place from 16-22 April is a global affair, organised annually by the International Dark Sky Association. On this global stage, Ireland is playing a leading role, particularly in County Mayo, home of Mayo Dark Sky Park. Mayo Dark Sky Park consists of the 15,000 hectares of the lands of Wild
Join us over the holidays at Wild Nephin National Park where will be running a number of events from April 1st to 16th. An overview of events is set out below. Pond Dipping at Ballycroy VC – Saturday 1st 11.30-1pm and Sunday 2nd 2-4pm Discover what lurks beneath the dark waters of our bogs pools,
Irish Heath (Erica erigena, Fraoch Camógach) also known as Mediterranean Heath, is one of approximately 15 plants known as Lusitanian flora. The plants in this collection are originally from the north of Spain and Portugal, and in Ireland they are found in the west and south of the country. Although, is it not likely that
On Thursday March 16th, the Ballycroy Visitor Centre will reopen to the public for the 2023 season. The Ginger and Wild Café will also reopen on this day. Opening hours are as usual 10.00 until 17.30 (café closes at 17.00). We look forward to welcoming you to the Visitor Centre! We will be shortly releasing