Events with the DMP Volunteer Rangers November 2025

Bookings for DMP events are via Eventbrite, follow us on Eventbrite to get notified as bookings go live.

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Saturday 1st November - the DMP Volunteer Rangers will be out and about in Ticknock on Meet & Greet duty in the dog on lead area. If you see them do stop and say hello.  

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Saturday, 8th November: Sharing Nature with Children – a workshop for Parents and Guardians delivered by NPWS - Knocksink Wood

A workshop to help parents and guardians connect the children in their care with nature, biodiversity and the natural world. This workshop is for parents and guardians only, it is not for children.

Booking is via Eventbrite, see link.

 Would you like to connect your children with the natural world but don’t know where to start? Forgotten the nature lessons of your schooldays? Want to know more about Ireland’s wildlife and landscape to pass on to the next generation? Join us and learn at NPWS’s Knocksink Wood this event was to be part of the Dublin Mountains Festival ~ Féile na Sléibhte but was postponed due to Storm Amy impacts.

This half-day workshop, led by NPWS Knocksink Education Guides, aims to help parents and guardians connect the children in their care with nature, biodiversity and the natural world. The workshop comprises classroom sessions, guided discussion and of course plenty of time in the woods! It all takes place in the beautiful autumnal surroundings of Knocksink Wood, as well as using the recently reopened Education Centre on site.

The workshop is free, but places are limited, and booking is essential. Please note that this event is for parents and guardians of children rather than the children themselves　- we’ll do events for kids another day!

Please dress for the weather, since we’re well into autumn!　List of items below.

Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be provided.

Event Details

Duration: 10:00 to 14:00

Venue: Knocksink Wood Education Centre, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow, A98N295.

Public Transport: Enniskerry Village is served by buses from the City Centre (Route 44) and Bray (Route L15), it is a 15–20-minute walk from the village to Knocksink Wood Education Centre. See link to the TFI Journey Planner　for more information. 

Parking: there is a small carpark at Knocksink Wood, please carpool where possible.

Toilets: located in the education centre

Bring: raingear, outdoor footwear, water, notebook and pencil.

Workshop Outline 

• Welcome 
• Guided discussion – why this workshop? 
• Introduction to Ireland’s landscape and wildlife 
• Useful resources – books/websites/organisations 
• A Walk in the Woods: Aspects of Nature, Humans in Nature

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Sunday 16th November - the DMP Volunteer Rangers will be out and about in Ticknock on Meet & Greet duty in the dog on lead area. If you see them do stop and say hello.  

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Saturday 22nd November - some of our Volunteer Ranger team will be supporting Dublin Wicklow Mountain Rescue's Run the Line event.

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Sunday 23rd November - DMP Hop On Hike Off: Marlay Park to Fairy Castle, Public Transport Friendly Hike along the Wicklow Way and Dublin Mountains Way.

Booking is via Eventbrite

Join us for a moderate to strenuous 15km hike from Marlay Park to Fairy Castle along the Wicklow Way and Dublin Mountains Way. This hike is accessible via public transport. Please use the link below to plan your journey.

Important: All participants must have sturdy, waterproof footwear and rain gear. You may not be allowed to join the walk without these items. For the full list of what to bring, see below.

Date: Sunday, 23rd of November at 10:30.

Duration: 4.5-5 hours, approximately.

Distance: 15km approximately, 510m of climb.

Degree of difficulty: Moderate to strenuous.

Bring: Sturdy waterproof footwear, rain gear, warm layers, food, snacks, hot drink and water.

Meeting point: Marlay Park, College Road car park at 10:15.

Public Transport: Check out TFI’s Journey Planner. Please be aware that some public transport will drop you off on the other side of the park to the meeting point, so an additional walk may be required. Please ensure to allow enough time to get there.

No Dogs allowed on this hike.

Please inform us of any health issues on the day and ensure you bring any necessary medication with you.

No last-minute cancellations or no-shows please. Our dedicated Volunteer Rangers are generously giving their time to guide this hike.

In the event of an orange or red weather warning, this event will be cancelled. Other weather warnings will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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Saturday, 29 November: Aware Wellness Walks: Bohernabreena Reservoir Loop

Booking is via Eventbrite

DO NOT BOOK UNLESS YOU ARE CERTAIN YOU WILL USE THE BUS. A free bus will transport participants to and from Bohernabreena from The Square.

We’re delighted to continue with our public transport-friendly wellness walk series. Feel free to bring along friends or family - everyone is welcome! We'll gather at Rua Red Café in The Square, where a complimentary bus will take us to Bohernabreena Reservoir for a scenic looped walk. After the walk, the bus will return to The Square. These walks are for anyone living with depression, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed. They offer a simple, supportive way to connect with others and experience the healing effects of nature Being outdoors and moving—even at a slow pace—can help lift your mood, ease stress, and support your mental wellbeing. This walk will be led by experienced DMP Volunteer Rangers and supported by Aware Volunteers.

Date: Saturday, the 29th of November at 10:00.

Length: 4-5km approx.

Walk Duration: 1.5-2 hours approx. (2.5-3 hours including bus journey).

Degree of difficulty: Easy

Bring: Sturdy footwear, rain jacket, warm clothes, drink and snack.

Meeting point: Rua Red South Dublin Arts Centre beside The Square in Tallaght at 09:45.

Public Transport: Tallaght is served by LUAS Red Line　and　Dublin Bus. See link to　Transport for Ireland Journey Planner for route suggestions.

Note– no dogs allowed on this walk.

Please inform us privately of any health issues on the day and ensure you bring any necessary medication with you.

In the event of an orange or red weather warning, this event will be cancelled. Other weather warnings will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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Sunday 30th November  -  hike with the DMP Volunteer Rangers, details and booking link coming soon.

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