More than two hundred people enjoy successful ‘Wild Day Out at Inch’

Kids were fascinated with the birds of prey at the Inch wildlife day.

placeholder image — Kids were fascinated with the birds of prey at the Inch wildlife day.

Cross-border celebration of biodiversity and imagination held for Cruinniú na nÓg [Gathering of Youth]

Inch Wildfowl Reserve in Inishowen came alive with the sounds of laughter, discovery, and creativity, as over 200 people gathered for a recent ‘Wild Day Out at Inch’.

The cross-border celebration of biodiversity and imagination was held as part of Cruinniú na nÓg on Saturday, June 7.

Organised through the Biodiversity without Borders project and supported by Creative Ireland, the event was led by Donegal County Council as part of a Shared Island programme for Cruinniú na nÓg, in partnership with Derry City and Strabane District Council.

Families explored the rich ecosystem of Inch Wildfowl Reserve, guided by nature experts and the Council biodiversity officers, with the dry weather adding to the day’s success.

Children and adults alike enjoyed bird-watching with Aengus Kennedy, from Nature North West, fish and water-bug discovery with Frog CIC, and wildflower and bug-spotting with Annie Mullan, from Butterlope Farm.

The biodiversity trail, part of the 8kms loop, was a highlight, with wild prizes and free goodie bags for the first 30 families.

The enjoyable event was part of Cruinniú na nÓg, Ireland’s national day of free creativity for children and young people, and it was organised locally by DCC’s Culture and Creativity team, with support from the Donegal Youth Council.