Walk the Talk - Spring Forest Walks 2024
Exploring the Importance of Forest Management with Teagasc
This spring, Teagasc invites forest owners and enthusiasts to a series of fascinating forest walks focusing on proactive forest management.
Choose your walk from this list.
Scheduled throughout Ireland, this series of eight walks will showcase a range of strategies and practices in forest management; helping participants to not only understand but also to effectively implement modern forest management techniques in their own areas. These events are part of Teagasc’s commitment to fostering environmental stewardship and promoting the sustainable development of forestry in Ireland.
Each of the walks will be led by both Teagasc and Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine personnel. Our expert-led walks will cover a variety of important topics, including the prevention and management of forest diseases, the importance of biodiversity, and the latest advancements in tree health monitoring. Participants will gain first-hand experience in identifying potential risks in forest areas and learning about innovative measures to mitigate these risks proactively.
These walks will equip you with the knowledge and tools to manage your forest resources more effectively. The discussions will also delve into the practical aspects of forest management, such as selecting site-appropriate tree species and understanding the nuances of different forest management options depending on soil types and varying climatic conditions.
Please choose your walk from the list below.
Teagasc is dedicated to providing a platform for learning and exchange, where ideas can flourish and lead to actionable solutions through community engagement and shared knowledge.
Overview of our Spring Forest Walks 2024
County | Nearest town | Meeting point & Eircode | Date | Start time | Forest type & topics | Contact details of Forestry Adviser |
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Cavan | Stradone | Killymeehan H12 FC63 |
15 May | 7pm | Oak woodland, close to nature management Conifer management - first thinning Forest access (roads, turntables, bridges) |
Kevin O'Connell, 087-1216159 |
Clare | Tulla | Liscullaun V95 RT61 |
16 May | 11am | Native woodland, close to nature management | Jonathan Spazzi, 087-7102739 |
Cork | Millstreet | Millstreet Country Park | 09 May | 11am | Conifer management & reforestation, afforestation, deer management | Pádraic O'Leary, 087-1840957 |
Galway | Kilconnell | Community Centre H53 E7K6 |
16 May | 7pm | Native forest establishment, young conifer forest management | Noel Kennedy, 087-9090504 |
Laois | Mountrath | Mountrath Mart R32 DH68 |
02 May | 11am | Conifer management, thinning & reforestation | Liam Kelly, 087-9090495 |
Roscommon | Castlerea | Castlerea Mart F45 FC91 |
14 May | 7pm | Native forest and Native Tree Area Scheme establishment, young conifer forest management | Noel Kennedy, 087-9090504 |
Waterford | Ballyduff | St Michael’s Church P51 K060 |
17 May | 11am | Conifer management & harvesting preparation | Michael Somers, 087-1216163 |
Wexford | Gorey | Springmount Tractors Y25KV59 |
10 May | 11am | Broadleaf management | Frances McHugh, 087-6222111 |