By Michelle Crean

The Kilcummin Bog Walks got a facelift recently when new signage was erected throughout the walks as well as in the village and on the road L3009.

NEW SIGNS: Mick Daly and Neil McCarthy from the local CE Scheme erecting the new signage on the Kilcummin Bog Walks.

STUNNING: A stunning view of the McGillycuddy Reeks from the Kilcummin Bog Walks.

This is all down to Kerry County Council who, through the COVID Emergency Funding, provided the necessary funds to carry out this work. Further funding is also available from them to carry out some road improvements in the near future.

"Kilcummin Rural Development would like to thank Kerry County Council for this funding as well as the Department of Social Protection who provide the maintenance personnel under the local Community Employment Scheme," John Moriarty, Supervisor of the Community Employment Scheme, said.

"We would very much appreciate if the following was observed by all users of the walk; keep your dog(s) on a lead when you come in contact with fellow walkers or wildlife. As this is the breeding season for our wildlife, dogs off the lead and left roam on the bog can do immense harm to nesting birds, hares etc. Bring your rubbish home with you and help keep this environment clean. Respect the local landowners’ property. This is a beautiful amenity in our parish, and we should all strive to make it a clean, safe and friendly place to enjoy."

For anyone wishing to avail of the walks, brochures are available at the Rural Development Office and the Post Office and online on the Kilcummin Rural Development Facebook page."