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Guided Woodland Wander at Farnaght Wood with the Native Woodland Trust (Leitrim)
May 24 @ 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Guided Biodiversity Week walk at Farnaght Wood led by Jeremy Casey. Free and family friendly!
🌳 Native Woodland Wander
Guided Biodiversity Walk at Farnaght Wood
Join the Native Woodland Trust this National Biodiversity Week 2026 for a guided walk through Farnaght Wood Nature Reserve, near Drumshambo, Co. Leitrim.
Led by Jeremy Casey, General Manager of the Native Woodland Trust, this gentle woodland walk explores a native woodland planted almost 20 years ago — now a thriving sanctuary for wildlife. As we amble through the reserve, we’ll learn about the plants and animals that call it home, including mammals such as red squirrel, pine marten and badger, alongside veteran and ancient trees.
This walk offers insight into what it takes to establish and steward a native woodland, while also sharing the folklore and cultural connections that have long linked Irish people to woodland landscapes.
We’ll meet at a nearby GAA club and carpool to the reserve before beginning the walk.
🌿 What you’ll explore
- Native woodland trees, plants and wildlife
- How new woodlands develop over time
- Mammals and habitats supported by native woods
- Woodland folklore and cultural connections
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who is this for?
- Families and individuals of all ages
- Nature lovers, walkers and curious beginners
- Anyone interested in Ireland’s woodland heritage
đź“Ť Event Details
Date:Â Sunday 24th May 2026
Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm
Meeting Point:Â Gortletteragh GAA Club, Drumshambo South, Co. Leitrim
👉 https://maps.app.goo.gl/vft1Aa1YfSDnGnqr5
Tickets:Â Free (booking required)
⚠️ Important Information
- Participants will carpool from the meeting point to the reserve
- This is an outdoor woodland walk over uneven ground
- Events may be cancelled at short notice due to adverse weather or weather warnings
- If cancelled, ticket holders will be notified by email as early as possible
đź“© Contact (on the day)
Native Woodland Trust
Jeremy Casey
📧 jeremy.casey@nativewoodlandtrust.ie
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Guided Biodiversity Week walk at Farnaght Wood: discover native trees, wildlife and folklore in a 20‑year‑old woodland sanctuary. Free event.
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🌳 Native Woodland Wander
Guided Biodiversity Walk at Farnaght Wood
Join the Native Woodland Trust this National Biodiversity Week 2026 for a guided walk through Farnaght Wood Nature Reserve, near Drumshambo, Co. Leitrim.
Led by Jeremy Casey, General Manager of the Native Woodland Trust, this gentle walk explores a native woodland planted almost 20 years ago — now a thriving sanctuary for wildlife. The reserve supports mammals such as red squirrel, pine marten and badger, alongside veteran and ancient trees.
This is a great opportunity to learn about woodland plants and animals, what it takes to establish a native woodland, and the folklore that connects Irish people to our woodland past.
We’ll meet at a nearby GAA club before carpooling to Farnaght Wood.
đź“Ť Event Details
đź—“ Date:Â Sunday 24th May 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm
đź“Ś Meeting Point:Â Gortletteragh GAA Club, Drumshambo South, Co. Leitrim
👉 https://maps.app.goo.gl/vft1Aa1YfSDnGnqr5
🎟 Tickets: Free (booking required)
🎒 What to bring
- Field guides (birds, wildflowers, fungi, etc.)
- Binoculars (if you have them)
- Warm, waterproof clothing in layers
- Sturdy walking shoes
- Plenty of water and snacks
- Any medication you require
- Sunblock and a hat for warmer weather
- A reusable cup for tea and coffee (to help minimise waste)
⚠️ Important Information
- Participants will carpool from the meeting point to the reserve
- This is an outdoor woodland walk over uneven ground
- Events may be cancelled at short notice due to adverse weather or weather warnings
- If cancelled, participants will be notified by email as early as possible
đź“© Contact (on the day)
Native Woodland Trust
Jeremy Casey
📧 jeremy.casey@nativewoodlandtrust.ie
