Fota launches summer educational series

It’s all about learning at Fota Wildlife Park this summer as a series of themed educational weekends gets underway in the coming days.

The first of the series, the Wild Science Weekend, runs this Saturday and Sunday offering two days of interactive, hands-on activities exploring the mesmerising world of science. Science shows from Fota’s award-winning education team will run on the half hour throughout both afternoons, with further interactive activities at a dedicated stand.

On 25 and 26 July, the Native Species Weekend will focus on Ireland’s native wildlife. Visitors will have the chance to meet conservation experts and discover Ireland’s native species through a range of engaging exhibits and activities. Exhibitors include Dublin Zoo, UCC, and the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group. There will also be a bird ringing demonstration on both days running from 10am-2pm in the wooded area near the back of the Tropical House.

The summer Educational Weekend programme concludes with the Bug Bonanza Weekend on 15 and 16 August, focusing on invertebrate biodiversity. Exhibits from the Irish Bee Conservation Project and preserved specimens from UCC’s entomology collection will feature alongside contributions from Fota Wildlife Park’s zoologists and education team.