Geology and Nature Hiking Adventures

Learn about the landscape and nature with a qualified geologist as your guide – stroll through millions of years of geological history as you discover what shaped Ireland’s landscape, from volcanoes to dinosaurs. We will also discover plants, animals and other treasures along the way.

We offer seasonal nature and geology-themed hikes and walks, where we discover nature, learn about birds, mosses, extinct volcanoes and ancient forests. We tailor the events to suit your interests and needs, so get in touch to find out more.

We can provide a combination of the following :
– Learning and discovery for children and families about nature, geology and the environment delivered by a geologist, science communicator and writer with over a decade of experience
– Geology walk or talk: are you curious about what lies beneath your feet? Learn about geology and Ireland’s billion-year-old geological history in a talk or walk which can be tailored to suit adults or children.
– Slow paced hikes for those who want to take in and enjoy their surroundings without rushing
– Nature and geology walk with creative writing in nature
– Fabulous fossils walk or talk: from dinosaurs to ammonites, what are fossils and where can you see them in Ireland? Become a fossil hunter for the day and learn about Ireland’s wonderful fossils hidden inside its rocks. This walk or talk can be tailored to suit an audience of adults or children.
– Guided walks in the lesser known areas of the famous Wicklow Mountains National Park
– A combination of relaxing forest bathing and nature exploration in collaboration with a qualified forest bathing guide and botanist
– A combination of relaxing forest bathing and creative writing in nature in collaboration with a qualified forest bathing guide and botanist
– Italian language tours and events
– Geology and landscape course for trainers, providers and hike leaders
– Science communication workshops for children

1 Day or half day events

Departure and return
County Wicklow and all over Ireland

Price includes
Qualified and fully insured leader who is also a geologist with a PhD about Ireland’s fossils, extinct relatives of squid and cuttlefish.

From 0 euro
Price on application

What to bring
Hiking boots
Plenty of layers
Waterproof trousers and jacket
Water (1-2 litres)
Sunscreen
Full gear list on application

More details:
At Nature Tales & Trails, we believe in stopping to notice the small things: this could be a quartzite rock hit by sunrise on a summit, a raindrop clinging on to moss in the forest, or a tiny, blue jay feather glistening between fallen leaves. By immersing ourselves in nature and respecting our environment, we can start to feel more hopeful about the world, given the climate and biodiversity emergency we are in. Nature and geology walks are an opportunity to discover something new. Something new about nature, and perhaps something new about ourselves as well. Want to learn more about Ireland’s wonderful geology, flora and fauna? From heather, to birdsong, to rock types and bryophytes, nature is the best classroom!