INCH Wildfowl Reserve came alive with the sounds of laughter, discovery, and creativity as over 200 people gathered for the Wild Day Out at Inch.
This was a cross-border celebration of biodiversity and imagination 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. The beautiful weather added to the day’s success.
A few smiling faces at Inch’s Wild Day Out.
Children and adults alike enjoyed birdwatching 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 highlight of the day was the biodiversity trail, part of the 8km loop, with wild prizes and free goody bags for the first 30 families.
A few of the walkers on the biodiversity loop, part of the 8km trail.
The event was part of Cruinniú na nÓg, Ireland’s national day of free creativity for children and young people and was organised locally by Donegal County Council’s Culture and Creativity team with support from the Donegal Youth Council.
One curious child at the Inch Wildfowl Reserve.
If you would like more information on upcoming events, visit donegalculture.ie.
Some children enjoying birdwatching with Aengus Kennedy from Nature North West.
Two happy faces enjoying a day of creativity and discovery.
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