Visit Sperrins

The Outdoor Parntership are delivering a male specific open water dipping sessions at Gortin Lakes.

The sessions will cover good practices when swimming and dipping in open water, delivered by a qualified open water swimming instructor.

Find out more here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mens-dip-club-tickets-978165548487?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

The Outdoor Partnership Northern Ireland | Visit Sperrins

Barra Best makes a journey covering the 4,000 square kilometres of the Foyle river network, criss-crossing the many rivers and streams that make up its great catchment.

Along the way he meets some of those who work, live and play along its banks, exploring places and landscapes rarely seen on television.

Barra Best | Visit Sperrins | BBC Northern Ireland

Barra on the Foyle - Series 1: Episode 4 Barra Best makes a journey covering the 4,000 square kilometres of the Foyle river network, criss-crossing the many rivers and streams that make up its great catchment.

The Live Here Love Here Connecting Communities events are an informal occasion to meet other volunteers in your local area, learn about our upcoming opportunities and enjoy some relaxed biodiversity and food-growing workshops.

💚A Connecting Communities Roadshow event is heading your way!

👋Join the Live Here Love Here team at your local event to find out more about all our upcoming opportunities.

🌱Connect with other like-minded people, get free advice and information and tips on taking action in your local community.

▶️Book now: https://bit.ly/LHLH_ConnectingCommunities

Family Fun Outdoors 🌳

Wednesday 21st August, 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐲, 10AM-2PM, in Davagh Forest.

Guarantee your timeslot at Davagh Forest Family Fun Day by registering now!

Wednesday 21st August, join us here at OM for a 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐲, 10AM-2PM, in Davagh Forest!!

With lots of activities, team challenges and prizes to add to your bank of summertime memories.

For details and to register your slot, go to www.midulstercouncil.org/multiplyfun

Delivered by the Mid Ulster LMP , this project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Department for the Economy NI Mid Ulster District Council.

NI Orienteering & Fermanagh Orienteers will be delivering newcomer and family activities at the Gortin Glens Forest Park on Monday 12th August.

A new opportunity to get involved in Orienteering locally!

Budding astronomers are invited to join us at Beaghmore Stone Circles for a special solar and lunar observing event, Friday 9th August 5-6pm.
You’ll hear about the connections between the stars and the stones, what to see in the night sky and learn about the movement of the planets through the year.
Booking Link: https://omdarksky.com/guided-tours/observing-session-for-junior-astronomers/

Canva Training for Community Groups 🖥

*** Currently no spaces left - can be added to a waiting list ***

Canva training for Community Groups

Do you want to make eye catching posters and social media posts?

Come along to online training where you will learn how to use Canva to create digital designs for your group. You can be a complete beginner or want to brush up your skills and learn new tips.

Date: Wednesday 4th September
Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm
Online via Zoom.

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/27Sr4m9WCgCyukHf9
Or contact [email protected] for more information.

**Places are limited**

Inclusive Hike Series – 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁, 𝗚𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 🌲

Mountaineering Ireland, in partnership with The Outdoor Partnership Northern Ireland, are leading a series of inclusive hikes suitable for individuals with disabilities, limited mobility and wheelchair users. The next sessions will be held on 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 at 𝗚𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸. Gortin Forest Park has a variety of walking routes with a diverse ecology typical of the Sperrins Glens. This event will explore the flora and fauna of the forest park.

Reserve your place here 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/inclusive-walk-series-3457309
Or follow the QR code!

Far and Wild | Mournelive | Mountaineering Ireland | The Outdoor Partnership Northern Ireland | Davagh Forest Trails | Gortin Glen Forest Park Co Tyrone | Castlewellan Forest |

🔔 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗭𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝟯 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲

The Soil Nutrient Health Scheme continues to roll out across Northern Ireland with ‘Zone 3’ now open for registration in Co Derry/Londonderry and North Co Tyrone. All farm businesses in Zone 3 are encouraged to apply. Registration opened on Monday 24 June and closes on Saturday 31 August 2024.

Further information available here 👉 https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/news/farmers-zone-3-daeras-soil-testing-scheme-are-invited-register

Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs |

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Did you know that these incredible, soggy superheroes are vital to our planet? They provide homes for unique wildlife, filter our drinking water, prevent flooding, and are our greatest allies in fighting climate change. Unfortunately, over 80% of Northern Ireland's peatlands are damaged. We're working hard to restore these precious ecosystems so they can continue to support us all.

You can help champion our peatland habitats by becoming a member today 👉 https://loom.ly/Hd6tGYk

Ballynahone Bog Nature Reserve (c) Ben Hall 2020 Vision

A Masterplan for the Benbradagh Area (5km radius from central Dungiven) is currently being developed and Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council would like to hear your thoughts.

The masterplan will highlight key themes and projects for the area in one document which should help co-ordinate future investment in the area. A link to the consultation document and the survey are available at the following link:

https://www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk/council/council-consultations/benbradagh-masterplan-consultation

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council |

🌳 Inclusive Hike Series – Davagh Forest Park 🌳

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆, 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗴𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸

X2 sessions: Exploring Davagh Forest Park and the Neolithic site at Beaghmore Stone Circles

The Outdoor Partnership Northern Ireland will be delivering a series of inclusive Walks, in partnership with Mountaineering Ireland, suitable for anyone with disabilities, limited mobility and wheelchair users.

𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/inclusive-walk-series-3457309
Or follow the QR code!

Far and Wild | Mournelive | Mountaineering Ireland | The Outdoor Partnership Northern Ireland | Davagh Forest Trails | Gortin Glen Forest Park Co Tyrone | Castlewellan Forest |

A draft masterplan for the Benbradagh Area (5km radius from central Dungiven) is being developed and we’d love to your hear thoughts. The masterplan will highlight key themes and projects for the area in one document; which should help co-ordinate future investment in the area.

📍𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻
There will be an information session to encourage local community/interest groups on 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆, 𝟱-𝟴𝗽𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲 - 𝟯𝟮 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗵 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱, 𝗗𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗧𝟰𝟳 𝟰𝗦𝗘.

There will be people from Hall Black Douglas (Lead Architects) and McGarry Consulting, along with Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council staff on the day, with short presentations at 6pm and 7pm.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council |

Come & Try – Social Paddles River Trip

✨Beginner and family friendly ✨

Booking link: https://bit.ly/LoTP21stJuly

Strule River Trip! Happening this weekend!

Fancy going on your first open canoe river trip? Look no further! 🛶 ☀️

Booking link: https://cani.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=8C724CFBE4FB197D28501546BA4098D162D90542

Beginner and family friendly!

Run by experienced, qualified and friendly coaches, guided trips with advice and coaching along the way. Suitable for participants with little paddling experience.

Strule River 21st July - meeting point just outside Omagh at Cappagh Church exiting the river at the Mellon country Inn

📣Heritage Skills Bursaries

Visit https://www.heritagecrafts.org.uk/opp.../training-bursaries/ for more information and to apply.

Deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 2 August 2024.

NEW DEADLINE: 2 August 2024

Funders and sponsors are helping Heritage Crafts to make its biggest contribution to early-career craft training ever. The new bursaries are intended for talented new entrants and early-career practitioners, who might otherwise be lost to the heritage crafts sector as a result of not being able to afford hands-on craft training at a key moment in their early career. Of the 28 bursaries on offer:

• 11 is generally available to trainees facing financial hardship, which may be exacerbated by other barriers they are facing, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation, Newby Trust, Anthony and Elizabeth Mellows Charitable Settlement, Kendrick Hobbs and Malcolm Gammie.
• 2 is allocated to Black and ethnically-diverse trainees, who remain under-represented in the sector, supported by the City & Guilds Foundation.
• 6 is allocated to veterans of the British Armed Services, supported by the Army Benevolent Fund and the Royal British Legion.
• 3 is allocated to trainees in Scotland, supported by the William Grant Foundation.
• 2 is allocated to trainees in Wales, supported by the Ashley Family Foundation.
• 1 is allocated to trainees in Sussex, supported by the Sussex Heritage Trust.
• 1 is allocated to decorative crafts, supported by the Worshipful Company of Arts Scholars.
• 1 is allocated to rural crafts, supported by the D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust.
• 1 is allocated to an endangered craft featured on the Red List of Endangered Crafts, supported by Soane Britain.

Applicants are invited to apply once using a single application form, and will automatically be considered for the general funding pot as well as all of the categories that apply to them. Visit the https://www.heritagecrafts.org.uk/opportunities/training-bursaries/ for more information and to apply. The deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 2 August 2024.

📷 Hannah Girvan

The Outdoor Partnership will be delivering a series of inclusive walks, in partnership with Mountaineering Ireland, suitable for adults with limited mobility, disabilities and wheelchair users.

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 - 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗴𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸:
X2 sessions: Exploring Davagh Forest park and the Neolithic site at Beaghmore stone circles

𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 - 𝗚𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸:
X2 sessions: Featuring an adventurous walk of the diverse ecology typical of the Sperrins Glen exploring the flora and fauna of the forest Park

𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 - 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸:
Exploring the history and biodiversity of the stunning Castlewellan Forest Park

REGISTRATION LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/inclusive-walk-series-3457309

Far and Wild | Mournelive | Mountaineering Ireland | The Outdoor Partnership Northern Ireland | Davagh Forest Trails | Gortin Glen Forest Park Co Tyrone | Castlewellan Forest |

Check out these exciting Job Opportunities available with our friends at Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark!

🌟 Exciting Job Opportunities! 🌟

Are you passionate about nature conservation and community engagement? We have two incredible roles available in the stunning Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and Geopark!

1️⃣ AONB and Geopark Volunteer and Outreach Officer
Join our team and help us protect and promote our beautiful landscapes. This role is perfect for someone who loves working with communities, helping them organise volunteer activities, and spreading awareness about our natural treasures. If you have excellent communication skills and a passion for the environment, we want to hear from you!

📍 Apply Here - https://www.nijobfinder.co.uk/job/1095396/aonb-and-geopark-volunteer-and-outreach-officer

2️⃣ AONB and Geopark Marine Protected Area (MPA) Officer
Are you dedicated to marine conservation? As our MPA Officer, you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding our marine ecosystems. This position involves working closely with stakeholders and implementing conservation strategies. This is your chance to make a real impact!

📍 Apply Here - https://www.nijobfinder.co.uk/job/1095393/aonb-and-geopark-marine-protected-area-mpa-officer

Both roles offer a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, a great pension to boot. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of something truly special. Apply today and help us preserve our natural heritage for future generations!

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📢📢 Sperrins Partnership had a great day networking at Omagh Show speaking to locals about developing a strategy for Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 👌

Get in touch with us and share your views.

📧[email protected]

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Derry City & Strabane District Council Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Mid Ulster District Council

📍Sperrin Sculpture Trail

Visit: https://giantsofthesperrins.com/about/

- 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟱𝗽𝗺 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟯𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 ‼️

Take part and share your views on the development of the Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Management Plan

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SperrinPublic

𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SperrinAONBBusinessSurvey

Derry City & Strabane District Council | Fermanagh and Omagh District Council | Mid Ulster District Council | Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council |

Come along to our workshop tomorrow:

📍 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲, 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟲𝗽𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝟳.𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺

Derry City & Strabane District Council | Fermanagh and Omagh District Council | Mid Ulster District Council | Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council | Glenpark Estate |

🗣 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻!

Come and have your say at one of the following workshops this week:

📅𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗮𝗸𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟲𝗽𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝟳.𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺

📅𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲, 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟲𝗽𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝟳.𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺

Derry City & Strabane District Council | Fermanagh and Omagh District Council | Mid Ulster District Council | Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council |

𝙍𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙈𝙞𝙘𝙧𝙤 𝘾𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙂𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙚 is now open for applications

- offers capital grants between £500 & £2k for rural community & voluntary organisations & Social Economy Enterprises

- for projects tackling local issues of poverty &/or social isolation

⏰Closes: Monday, 8 July 2024

Rural Micro Capital Grant Scheme is now open for applications
👉offers capital grants between £500 & £2k for rural community & voluntary organisations & Social Economy Enterprises
👉for projects tackling local issues of poverty &/or social isolation
🗓️Closes: Mon 8 July Rural Community Network Rural Support Rural Health Partnership Rural Action Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network Rural Network for Northern Ireland Ulster Farmers' Union Discover CAFRE

🔈 𝙃𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙎𝙖𝙮!

Take part and share your views on the development of the Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Management Plan.

𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SperrinPublic

𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SperrinAONBBusinessSurvey

📅 Survey closes at 5pm on June 30th 2024.

Derry City & Strabane District Council | Fermanagh and Omagh District Council | Mid Ulster District Council | Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council |

🔈 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐬?

Have your say at two local workshops:

📍 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗮𝗸𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟲𝗽𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝟳.𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺

📍 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲, 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟲𝗽𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝟳.𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺

Online consultation open until 30th June 👉https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SperrinPublic

Derry City & Strabane District Council | Fermanagh and Omagh District Council | Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council | Mid Ulster District Council | The Oakleaf Restaurant | Glenpark Estate

🔈 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻

We would encourage local businesses to take part and share their views on the development of a Sperrin AONB Management Plan by completing the online survey:

📌 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SperrinAONBBusinessSurvey

Derry City & Strabane District Council | Fermanagh and Omagh District Council | Mid Ulster District Council | Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council |

✨ 𝑺𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒓𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝑶𝑵𝑩 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒏 – 𝑯𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒔𝒂𝒚! ✨

We encourage local communities to take part and share their views on the development of the Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Management Plan.

Your contribution is important to us and we would appreciate you taking the time to complete this survey.

👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SperrinPublic

Derry City & Strabane District Council | Fermanagh and Omagh District Council | Mid Ulster District Council | Causeway Coast & Glens Events |