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Wildflower Easter hunt announced for Ross Castle grounds
Ross Castle has announced a wildflower-themed Easter hunt taking place in the grounds around the historic site from April 2 to April 6.
The event offers local families an opportunity to learn about Irish wildflowers while taking part in a festive outdoor activity to celebrate the holiday.
The event is free of charge and no pre-booking is required for those wishing to participate. Organisers are encouraging attendees to bring their detective skills, a notebook, and a pencil to help solve the seasonal challenge. Participants must find hidden eggs scattered across the grounds, some of which feature letters printed on the back. These letters form an anagram that, when rearranged, reveals a special flower name.
Those who successfully solve the anagram and bring the answer back to the castle reception will receive a reward in the form of wildflower seed bombs. These small bags contain a mix of 29 native Irish wildflower species, including annuals and perennials such as Cornflower, Poppy, Ox Eye Daisy, and Red Clover.
The initiative aims to highlight the ecological importance of native flora. Native wildflowers provide essential food and habitats for local biodiversity, supporting threatened pollinators like bees and butterflies. Because these species are adapted to the local climate and soil conditions, they are highly resilient and require fewer nutrients or pesticides, making them an ideal choice for restoring Irish habitats and improving soil health.
Families are invited to visit the grounds during the five-day period to take part in the hunt, collect their seeds, and contribute to local biodiversity by scattering them at home.
Glenflesk GAA hosts cardiac screening clinic
Glenflesk GAA Healthy Club recently welcomed the Dillon Quirke Foundation to run a cardiac screening clinic for its young members.
A total of 45 club players aged 12 to 18 underwent vital heart checks designed to promote early detection and heart health awareness among young athletes.
Medical personnel from Advanced Medical Services conducted the screenings with professionalism and care, while the club’s Healthy Club Team oversaw the smooth operation of the event.
The Dillon Quirke Foundation operates without government funding, relying entirely on public support to raise awareness of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) and provide non-cost cardiac clinics to sports clubs across Ireland.
Glenflesk GAA encourages anyone wishing to support the foundation’s ongoing screening work to consider making a donation online at dillonquirkefoundation.com.
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