A 25 year old Irish kayaker has died following a tragic incident on a kayaking trip in Norway, the Department of Foreign Affairs has confirmed. The incident occurred Monday (August 6th 2012) on the Sjoa river in the centrally located Oppland County, near the town of Vågå. It is believed that a group of 5 Irish […]
Over the past week there have been numerous reports in local and national media suggesting that Mayo County Council are in the process of planning for a Helipad on Croagh Patrick. Speaking on RTÉ’s Morning Ireland this morning (30 July) Mountaineering Ireland’s CEO, Karl Boyle said that he was very surprised to hear of such […]
National Trails Day 2012 – Sunday, October 7th NATIONAL TRAILS DAY is a celebration of Ireland’s wonderful variety of trails and a chance for everyone to enjoy some of our most beautiful countryside, forests, mountains and lakes. With miles and miles of trails to explore, there is a trail to suit everyone. Search by county, […]
ould you like to offer your Time and Skills to be a Team Player in a Voluntary Mountain Rescue Service This is a fantastic opportunity to join either one of the busiest rescue teams in the country, both the teams operate in the Wicklow area and are on call 24 hours a day 7 days […]
Best of luck to the Irish team at the 2012 Freestyle Kayaking European Championships in Lienz, Austria It all kicks off today with Orky O Rourke in C1 followed by the 2 ladies Aisling Griffen and Muireann Lynch and finally Adrian Durrant in the squirt men’s event. There has […]
Four Elements Adventure are happy to announce they have launched their new website. To celebrate they are giving away a wetsuit by Irish surf company, Mara. (www.marasurf.com) These wetsuits are ultimately warm, super flexible and have been given the seal of approval from Four Elements staff who have tested them in […]
Offroad Commission Access Officer Resignation To the Mountain Bike Community, and whoever else it may concern: As many of you know, as Access Officer for the Off-road Commission, and prior to that as its Chairman, I have been heavily involved for many years in dealing with Coillte in matters relating to mountain biking. Over the […]
Mark Jones, (Adventure Athlete, Ocean Rower and Speaker) is attempting to circumnavigate Ireland in 35 days while raising money for worthy causes.
Saturday 28th of July 2012 @1 pm Long Course – 20km: Racing/Touring Sea Kayak. Short Course – 10km: Touring Sea Kayaks. Junior Course ( U 18 ) – 5km: Touring Sea Kayaks / GP Kayaks. Race Entry Fee / Competitor: Adults €20 , U18 €15 *Free After Race BBQ for Competitors,Family & Friends!!* Click Here For […]
Results are in for the 2012 Junior Liffey Descent.. Well done to all who took part..
