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I help students connect with nature, and understand the importance of biodiversity, all through immersive outdoor (and indoor) experiences and learnings.

Tom is an avid bird watcher and photographer and loves to communicate his passion to the children through field trips and arts and crafts.

Martin's workshops explore local and family history in a way which engages students, family and community in finding more about the stories, events and people who shaped their area and themselves.

Super Furry Animals is an interactive workshop where children explore the special characteristics of the wild mammal species found in Ireland.

Nessa introduces children to the fascinating biology and ecology of invertebrates.

Aidan has devoted a huge part of the last 50 years putting together one of the country's best collections of Irish stamps, coins, postcards,artefacts and commerorative booklets.

Bernie introduces students to archaeological and built heritage sites through presentations, site visits and hands on reconstructions and recording.

Andrew Doherty was previously a commercial fisherman who now researches and writes about the maritime and fishing history of SE Ireland. He provides walks and talks with a variety of props to assist in engaging students and bringing the sea and its mysteries into the classroom.

Fiona is a teacher and adult educator with extensive experience of working in schools. She works as a nature volunteer with a number of projects including Abbeyleix Bog. Through this work she has developed expertise on peatlands, in particular on the raised bog, varied habitats and biodiversity value of bogs.

Cathy is an ecologist and outdoor learning practitioner, enabling students and teachers to learn about natural heritage and biodiversity, both in the school grounds and their local area.

Richard is a working blacksmith who teaches and demonstrates the work of the blacksmiths craft, very little has changed since the Iron Age. Reconnect to the places and history of this living craft with a visit from Richard.

Jessica uses the medium of LEGO bricks to connect youth with heritage in a fun and dynamic way. Students engage in self-initiated discovery of their local environment through hands-on building, open discussion and the natural curiosity which arises from creativity.

Paul will introduce children to locally sourced natural materials. Using them to weave, build and make their own, individual or group art and craft projects, focusing on location and its biodiversity.

Brian’s visits focus on discovering the variety of flora and fauna including native trees and hedgerows present in our surroundings. Activities encourage children to become aware of and value biodiversity. Brian also creates wildlife friendly gardens.

Lucy provides interactive workshops on milling that get students excited about their food, history and natural environment.

Explore Ireland’s heritage through storytelling, theatre, and historical fiction. Sheila Forsey engages students with the customs, traditions, and social histories that shape Irish identity through creative, interactive workshops.

Anthony Galvin is a storyteller and author who brings history alive in a unique way. Whether it’s rebels on the run, pirate queens, or polar explorers, his funny, dramatic and hands-on approach is sure to engage. Performed in costume with props the children can handle.

A fun filled experience designed to inspire a connection to our ancient heritage while also deepening the understanding of biodiversity. Elaine keeps the children moving while they learn with activities such as rain dances, spiral dances, making clay seed bombs & time travel in a 3d Ogham stone circle form part of her fun filled creative workshops.

Explore Ireland's basketmaking heritage through hands-on willow weaving workshops. Students learn traditional craft skills, sustainability and cultural heritage while weaving their own traditional willow baskets or contemporary willow creations.

Una can facilitate biodiversity surveys or mapping in or near your school, a fieldtrip to Abbeyleix Bog or a classroom investigation of rock types and landscape. All year groups covered.

Hands-on natural heritage workshops exploring biodiversity through insects, ecology, geology, mapping and citizen science, inspiring curiosity, awe and a lasting connection with the landscapes and wildlife around us.

Contact Jesmond for a glimpse into the magical world of butterflies and moths, including the weirdly wild ways butterflies communicate with each other, why butterflies bully and some social caterpillars eat their own kind. Learn why butterflies pretend to be dead, who their enemies are and how long they live.

Engaging and experiential workshops for students about their local woods and the nature under their feet. The heart of nature connection is multifaceted and instilled with story, movement, song, play and Irish and English ID. Visits are tailored to meet the requirements of the SESE Curriculum.

Nature and history field trips to Emo Court (https://emocourt.ie/) in Co. Laois. Also available are in-school pollinator workshops.