Trail Gazers - The Legacy

Discover the learning and tools developed as part of the Trail Gazers project all packaged into one easy to access Toolkit! From digital marketing to trail management, destination packaging and creating action plans for the wider catchment this Toolkit will be a valuable resource to all those interested in developing walking trails.

An Grianan Hotel, Burt, Co. Donegal 11AM- 12.30PM

Guest Speakers:

Killian McLaughlin, Wild Ireland

In 2019, solicitor Killian McLaughlin opened a wildlife sanctuary in his native Donegal. Just over 4 years on, the ‘Bearman of Buncrana’ will share his insights with us in relation to opening Wild Ireland and while it was never about making money, he has developed Wild Ireland in the visitor attraction market. Killian will share his highs, lows and discuss the importance of highlighting other activities in the area to visitors.

Aengus Kennedy, Nature North West. Aengus Kennedy has worked in the area of environmental education for the last 15 years, self-employed at NatureNorthWest for the last nine.

Aengus will discuss the importance of biodiversity to preserve our walking trails and natural resources to drive local rural economies.

Jason Black, Adventurer

Jason Black’s experience is passionate and honest. His attitude empowers business and business leaders, Government policy makers, Sports teams and organisations.Jason’s real life story, deals with the spoils and effects of life and how he climbed out of the gutter of life is a true survival story, it’s so powerful and inspirational that it will leave you speechless. Jason, with his love of the great outdoors, will officially launch Trail Gazers Toolkit and share how he has now developed a business using our natural resources - Walking Trails.

After our seminar, come and visit the trail and see the Trail Gazers tools in action

Pumphouse Car Park, Inch Wildfowl Reserve, Burt 12.45-2PM

* Bikes will be provided for site visit