AN ambassador programme has been announced for Errigal, one of Ireland’s most iconic mountains.
The initiative comes from Leave No Trace Ireland, a countryside code promoting the responsible use of the outdoors, which has provided support to help protect the popular Dunlewey mountain area.
Cairde na hEaragaile CLG has been awarded €40,000 to roll out a community volunteer ambassador programme on Errigal.
The programme will train up to 12 local volunteers to be present on Errigal during the busy summer season.
They will welcome visitors, share the mountain’s story and encourage responsible enjoyment of this special place.
This initiative is part of a wider €1.1 million national investment supporting 53 community-led conservation projects, highlighting the vital role local people play in caring for Ireland’s natural heritage.
The funding has been allocated under the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Peatlands and Natura Community Engagement Scheme 2026.