Venetia McEllin describes her battle to create a garden on a bare acre of land in Mayo she bought 30 years ago
The historical Oghillees Mass Rock lies nestled safely below Ben Gorm in the Nephin Begs, looking down on Clew Bay
John Shelley is drawn to the riverbank by nature’s Chiffchaff call and a promise of fresh – if too small to keep – trout
Hans Wieland shares tips for good seed germination and describes how to build a home-made propagation box
On a walk, John Shelley notices the many signs of spring in Mayo, including tadpoles, butterflies and spring gentians
If you love walking in the countryside, you’ll love the three new loop walks that start in Kilmaine village in south-Mayo
Chris Brown talks about his experience of taking up farming – its challenges as well as its rewards
John Shelley drags reluctant friends out for a spring walk, and offers some disappointing home-made wine as recompense
John Shelley argues that over fishing underweight early-season brown trout will damage the the catch later in the year
Chris Brown looks at the issues surrounding live exports from Ireland to far-away markets like China
Discover a round tower, a castle and an old forge on the first stage of the four-day Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail
