Events

Wicklow Mountains National Park: Deer Rut Watch, 15 October 2017

Date Released: Friday, October 6, 2017

Wicklow is home to a large population of wild deer. They are particularly impressive in autumn when they ‘rut’. National Park staff shall have telescopes set up on the Spinc walking trail between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Anyone walking on this route is welcome to stop by, view the deer through the telescopes and discuss the deer and their ecology with our staff.

Where: The Glenealo Footbridge, Spinc walking trail (white arrows), Glendalough. Participants are advised to visit to the Information Office (Upper Lake, Glendalough) to get directions to the telescopes   before setting out. 

When: Sunday 15 October 2017 between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Duration: The Spinc trail takes 3 hours.

Practicalities: All are welcome, although the hike may be too long for young children. Please note, that participants will not be escorted on the hike. Hiking boots and rain gear are recommended. Bring binoculars if you have them. All dogs must be kept on leads. This event is free of charge, but please be aware that the Upper Lake car park (Wicklow Co. Co.) has a €4 charge.

Booking: Booking not necessary. For more information, please phone 0404 45425 (daily).

This event is organised by education staff based at Wicklow Mountains National Park who are employed by the National Parks & Wildlife Service under the aegis of Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs.

For more information about events and the education service at Wicklow Mountains National Park please go online at: www.wicklowmountainsnationalpark.ie or email us at wickloweducationcentre@npws.gov.ie