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Exciting new additions to Wander Wild Festival
Wander Wild Festival, Ireland's premier outdoor festival, has unveiled a range of exciting new events, adding even more adventure to an already action-packed lineup.
Taking place in the stunning surroundings of the 26,000-acre UNESCO-protected Killarney National Park and the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks from April 4-6, this year's adventure and wellness festival promises to be the most exciting yet with activities designed to invigorate, inspire and spark the soul.
The newly added activities cater to a wide range of interests, whether you are looking for a challenge or ways to unwind.
Festival goers can now sign up for a Dawn Chorus walk and a ‘Nature Boy’ talk with Sean Ronyane, Mangerton Hike with the Kerry Cowboy, a Guided Bat Walk, Loughdale House Wellness Retreat, Sunrise Yoga, Lough Lein Family Boat Trip, Nature Valley Family Hike, Embodiment of Irish traditional song with Cait Ni Riain, an Athlete Performance Breathwork session, Shadow Breathwork and a Kids Balance Bike Workshop. Additional evening events include Fireside Chats with Bressie, Shee and others, Wanderwine at Luna, Sacred Sip & Paint and a special concert in St Mary’s Church of Ireland.
This is in addition to over 100 other programmed events taking place during the festival weekend that will cater for all ages and abilities. Sponsored by Nature Valley and proudly supported by Fáilte Ireland and Kerry County Council, Wander Wild Festival offers something for everyone who wants to embrace the great outdoors.
Ornithologist
Join Ornithologist Seán Ronayne for a sound-packed, illustrative lunchtime talk, where you’ll be brought on a beautiful journey with Irish birds, sharing their sounds, stories and struggles. Séan will also lead early birds on an enchanting guided soundful Dawn Chorus walk through the National Park. Or explore Killarney’s nocturnal wildlife with local bat experts on a Guided Bat Walk in the heart of Killarney National Park.
The brand new wellness village at Killarney House promises a host of soul-nourishing experiences in a haven of harmony - new additions this year include Sunrise Yoga, Athlete Performance Breathwork session, Shadow Breathwork, Flow in Intuition, Candlelight Yin, Grounded Connection, Movement & Sound - Somative Healing and Chakra Journey.
Use your cúpla focal as gaeilge while soaking up Killarney’s incredible scenery on a Siúlóid sna Sléibhte Mangerton hike with Séaghan Ó Súilleabháin, better known as The Kerry Cowboy.
He will be sharing his knowledge on plants, animals and local history, while having lots of chats - the perfect activity for those passionate about Gaeilge and the outdoors.
Ticket prices range from €10 to €100 depending on the event, with a number of free events included so there is something for all budgets. With many events selling out last year, book your tickets now wanderwildfestival.com to avoid disappointment.
Wander Wild Festival is supported by Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce and the National Park and Wildlife Service.
KWD Recycling shortlisted for national environmental awards
Killarney-based KWD Recycling has been announced as a finalist in the 2026 Repak Resource Awards, securing a spot on the national shortlist for environmental achievement.
The local waste management company has been nominated in the Best Recovery Operator Innovation category, sponsored by DNV, for its state-of-the-art residual waste recovery system.
The Killarney facility utilizes optical sorting, screening, and mechanical processing to extract recyclable plastics and organic material from municipal waste. In its first year of operation, the technology recovered more than 10 per cent of plastic packaging from residual waste for recycling and diverted almost 50 per cent of organic material toward composting.
KWD Recycling will compete alongside Dublin operators Panda and Thorntons Recycling for the category title.
Repak CEO Zoe Kavanagh commended the Kerry firm for demonstrating environmental leadership and bringing local ambition to the national awards.
Category winners will be announced at a black-tie ceremony at the Mansion House in Dublin on Friday, October 23, where each winner will also compete for the Overall Repak Resource Award.
Local businesses have a strong track record at the national event, with Killarney town venue The Killarney Park and The Ross previously taking home the overall title in 2023.
Drivers warned as deer rutting season begins
Motorists in Killarney are being urged to exercise extreme caution as the annual deer rutting season gets underway, causing animals to stray far beyond their usual habitats inside Killarney National Park.
The autumn mating season sees deer becoming highly active and unpredictable, leading to increased sightings and collisions on local roads outside traditional park boundaries.
Two separate incidents highlighted the growing hazard on local routes this week. A reader contacted the Killarney Advertiser to warn drivers after spotting a deer roaming near Tiernaboul towards the school on Sunday afternoon around 7.30pm.
Later that same night, in the early hours of Monday morning, a local driver collided with a deer near Kerry Airport around 1am while returning home from an event.
Despite attempting evasive action, the motorist struck the animal, which died at the scene and temporarily blocked the road before local Gardaí were alerted to clear the obstruction.
The driver sustained substantial vehicle damage, requiring repairs to the bumper, headlamp, and internal components, leaving her facing significant garage costs and time off the road.
Gardaí and road safety advocates advise motorists travelLing during early morning and late evening and remain vigilant along tree-lined routes.
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