A very successful annual litter pick took place last week, with the club clearing a significant amount of rubbish from Bunclody to the Nine Stones and beyond. With the help of local farmers, over 200 illegally dumped tyres were also recovered from the mountain slopes. Well done to everyone involved, and thank you for your efforts.

On Sunday, the group traveled to Co. Wicklow, where they completed a scenic circuit through the Glenreebeg and Glenreemore valleys. The route featured a stunning hike alongside Asbawn Brook, leading up to the three lakes, continuing on to Lough Ferrib, and returning via the King’s River. Many thanks to Padraig for leading the hike.

The Friday night hikers climbed Blackstairs Mountain, where they were rewarded with a beautiful sunset from the summit. Thanks to Tommy for leading.

Sunday’s hike was led by Denis, starting from the Wicklow Gap. The 16 km route, with 860 metres of elevation gain, took in Tonelagee, the Brockaghs, and Camaderry. Thanks to Denis for leading.

Friday night’s hike went to Blackrock and the Floors of Craan.

Sunday’s hike, led by Des, set off from Ballycrystal. The group made their way up Mount Leinster via the Split’s Gully, then continued across to Blackrock Mountain, with a lunch stop at the Floors of Craan. The route covered approx 13km with an elevation gain of about 750m. Thanks to Des for leading the hike and for the photos, and to Lily as well for the photos.

Friday night was very wet and windy, so the group opted to stay low, starting from Deerpark car park. They made their way to John’s Hill and around Goorth Wood, covering 8km with an elevation of 313m.

The Friday night hike began at the Nine Stones car park, where we set off by ascending to the left of the roadway toward the stile. We followed forest trails before emerging back onto the mountain near the source of the Clody River. From there, we faced roughly 200 metres of elevation gain up to the mast.
We stopped at the mast for a tea break, enjoying a beautiful clear night with views of the lights across County Wexford, including the distant Tuskar Rock lighthouse and Hook Head lighthouse. To finish, we followed the service road back down to the cars.

Sunday’s hike also began at the Nine Stones car park. Members ascended to the left of the roadway toward the stile, then continued along the trail past the White Stones and onward up to the mast. They finished the hike on Slievebawn. Thanks to Ann for leading and to Lily for the photos.