Wild Kerry

25/04/2019

Beautiful sunrise over the final resting place of Antarctic explorer Tom Crean at Ballinacourty Graveyard, Annascaul this morning.

26/06/2018

Early morning start. Loving it around west Kerry 😌

08/04/2018

Beautiful evening in Annascul Lake

19/03/2018

Disgusting behaviour. About as low as someone can go.

Cars owned by members of Galway MRT and Mayo Mountain Rescue were broken into on the Doo Lough Pass today. Alongside personal belongings the items taken included a Mountain Rescue hi-viz vest and Motorola DP3661e Digital VHF handset. These are distinctive so if you spot anyone with them please contact Westport Gardai

14/11/2017

Shur there's noting to see in West Kerry in Winter

23/03/2017

Good friend of mine working in a dream job. Well done Edmund Burke..

15/03/2017

We would like to express our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and colleagues of Capt. Dara Fitzpatrick following her tragic death in the line of duty. Our hearts and thoughts are with the Coastguard, Naval Service and volunteers as they continue their difficult search for the remaining crew of Rescue 116.

13/02/2017

Because you have an interest in forests and this is a survey on forest management. We would like to ask you how acceptable you find various intensities of a number of selected forest management practices such as planting, thinning and harvesting. In other words we would like to find out where the in...

26/08/2016

For the weekend that's in it...CiarraÍ Abú!!

10/01/2016

WINTER CONDITIONS WARNING MESSAGE - 10th JANUARY 2016.
The following is a warning message issued by Kerry Mountain Rescue Team on Sunday 10th January 2016. Conditions on the Mcgillicuddy’s Reeks are dangerous at present with deep soft snow in gullies, particularly around Carrauntoohil, and ice along exposed ridges. Walkers and climbers are advised to stay away from steep ground in the McGillycuddy's Reeks, unless they are experienced in winter mountaineering and are well equipped for winter conditions. Walkers and climbers are advised to apply this advice to all the high mountains of Kerry at present.

31/12/2015

Slea Head, West Kerry, New Years Eve. A small bit cool, a little bit of moisture in the air, a slight breeze blowing and beautifully wild.

29/12/2015

A small bit blustery around Annascaul today.

05/12/2015

Nice stroll around Bunanaer, Annascaul today.

24/11/2015

If anyone is looking for a local cause to support this Christmas then please keep these guys in mind. They are very poorly funded and they provide a vital life saving service to everyone that uses the outdoors in our beautiful county. We never know when we might just need them.

THE cash-strapped Kerry Mountain Rescue Team is organising an important fundraiser to help offset the major costs of providing the vital lifesaving service. The members are planning a big night of ...

11/11/2015

This very enjoyable podcast on local birdsong was put together by a colleagueof mine. It's well worth a listen. Let him know what you think of it.

This week's show, the first show, is short and sweet, it dives straight into the topic of the day - bird calls.

19/09/2015

Out and about in Annascaul County Kerry.

19/09/2015

Ciarraí Abú!!

28/06/2015

Six children aged fourteen and under drowned last year. Six families devastated.
We've got some good weather forecast which gives you the chance to enjoy your first school holiday time with kids in your care.
Please - tell them that to stay S.A.F.E. means - Stay Away From Edge.
Then show them this: http://paws.iws.ie/for-students/
Irish Water Safety - giving you the resources to keep our most precious resource safe this summer.

10/04/2015

Big shout out to these guys. The real custodians of the land.

08/04/2015

Annascaul lake looking well from the top of Cnoc Mhaoillonáin.

08/04/2015

Out and about in the West Kerry hills today. A bit on the breezy side but well worth the hike.

04/04/2015

Irish wildlife photography, wildlife photos, Ireland Wildlife

04/04/2015

http://www.mmckphotography.com/ This site by wildlife photographer Martin Mc Kenna is well worth a visit for anybody interested in Irish wildlife. Some fabulous images by a genuinely dedicated guy.

Irish wildlife photography, wildlife photos, Ireland Wildlife

04/04/2015

26/03/2015

So folks, a real depressing sight these last few days. This is modern forestry in all its glory. The removal of an established willow wood and bog to plant a commercial forestry. All done without having to go through the planning process and on the approval of one forest service inspector. The destruction of prime nesting habitat right at the start of the nesting season is a truly depressing sight and I think it shines a light on the true nature of modern forestry practices.

17/03/2015

Annascaul Lake, St Patricks Day 2015.

15/02/2015

Glorious day around the Di**le peninsula on Valentines Day helping out with the Iwebs bird survey with Daelyn Purcell.

05/02/2015

Full credit to these guys. Responsible for saving many lives in Kerry down through years. All volunteers who come to our aid when we get into trouble.

03/02/2015

Annascaul Lake in a slight Northerly breeze!!

03/02/2015

Winter Sunset Annascaul

03/02/2015

Download this brilliant "Barn Owls in Ireland" Booklet written by owl and raptor expert John Lusby with illustrations by Michael O'Clery. Get the pdf version from link below.

http://www.birdwatchireland.ie/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=OTU%2bQ82oWBk%3d&tabid=1432

03/02/2015

Free light show and 400 million year old, give or take a few million years, fossil at Bunanaer, Annascaul.

02/02/2015

Out and about in Annascaul, Kerry yesterday.

19/01/2015

Out and about in Annascaul. Sunset on a fairy fort into the West. Snow capped mountains to the East and a glorious sunrise over the reeks from Inch beach early this morning.