Our Environmental Impact

Donegal Language and Equestrian Holidays Environmental Impact

In todays day and age everything we do has an impact on the environment.  We at Donegal Language and Equestrian have taken the following steps to try and minimise this impact while providing an experience that is contributing to local communities, responsibly marketed and culturally respectful.

This is confirmed by the fact that we have received the Greenbox Eco Tourism Certification

Below you will find some of the procedures we have put in place

With our language and activities packages we try to promote a sustainable lifestyle in so far as all activities are within the vicinity of the premises, each have a minimum impact on the environment and are outdoors. The activities include horseriding, surfing, cycling, abseiling,  canoeing, walking etc  In relation to our language courses all teachers are employed locally and we ensure all photo copying is double sided.  In relation to all activities 90% of our guides are local.  The maximum number on each course per guide is 15 people.  On all cultural excursions the students are also taken to local areas of historical importance and visit local craftspersons 

We have a recycling system in place for our students in the kitchen.  All food wastage is recycled into compost

We source as much of our food possible locally. All other food purchased is bought in bulk ensuring that we cut down on packaging.  If a product has a lot of packaging we reconsider its purchase.  We have nearly cut out all printing with our brochure now downloadable from the website cutting down on our paper wastage

The horse riding trails go into some protected areas and our guides ensure that the designated paths are always used and there is a strict leave no trac policy on all our trails

Our guides are well equipped with knowledge on our local wildlife and how to best help maintain the beautiful countryside and wildlife

 We are constantly looking at ways to reduce our carbon footprint while maximising your stay with us and look forward to seeing you in the near future.

Best wishes

Pat, Leo, Gina and the team.