Blog Posts - Tullow Mountaineering Club

April 19th 2020 . This week we have some photos from TMC members John & Padraig's archives:

18/4/2020

On Saturday 5th of August 2017 TMC members TJ ,Padraig and John set out from Cronin's Yard and reached all of the 3000 feet summits of the McGillycuddy Reeks on the same day, First peak was Cruach Mhor and all of the way out to Caher West before doubling back to take Carrauntoohill on the way to Beenkeragh before returning to the car park.

In July 2019 TMC member Padraig spent 14 days in Canada. Trekking & camping in the Yoho, Banff & Jasper National Parks which are situated in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.These parks feature some of the most incredible natural wonders in the world. Taking in the turquoise waters of lake Louise before heading off to see the mighty glaciers along the Ice-fields parkway,

27th April 2020 .Tullow Mountaineering Club and the Environment : by Geraldine. Lily trekking in Nepal & Sharon climbing in Dalkey.

14/4/2020

In May 2019 TMC Environmental Officer Geraldine attended Mountaineering Ireland's Ecology of Mountains workshop in Clonbur, Co. Galway. It was an action packed weekend from geology to plants and birds to the array of human interactions with the landscape.
A visit to the Western Lakes Geopark project In Clonbur woods on the shores of Lough Mask did not disappoint. Our Mountain Leader/ Lecturer interpreted the formation of this landscape because of the Ice Age resulting in glaciation and weathering . The irregular shapes of the various rocks on this limestone pavement resemble egg boxes or honeycomb.
Along the Srahnalong Valley in Maumtrasna there was an abundance of plant life to be discovered from flowers to grasses to mosses and liverworts. On occasion the sound of the meadow pipit and golden plover could be heard calling. In the evenings there were lectures on the geology, archaeology and wildlife in the area.
Each Spring the environmental officer organises a litter pick in the Mount Leinster area . A date is chosen for the event and advertisements are placed in the local newspapers and local radio. TMC members, Blackstairs Ramblers. Cloudy Loafers, Wexford Walking Club, Tyndall Club , The 795 Cycling Club , Mountaineering bike club and the local farmers are all invited to participate The Environmental officer of Carlow County Council supply us with bags , pickers and high-vis jackets to collect the rubbish. Other functions involve cutting back vegetation and ensuring the stiles are maintained and in place.
Photos taken by Geraldine & John

November 2017 Lily & Ann on a trek to Annapurna Base Camp , Nepal. Photos by Lily

August !9th 2019 Sharon, Amanda & Lily joined the Wexford Club over a period of four weeks on an introduction to climbing. This was followed by a great days climbing in Dalkey Quarry .Also some photos of Kerry ,
Photos by Sharon

We are all missing being on the Hills & Mountains, but we all know for now the right thing to do is; stay at home . This week we have a personal Journey & more photos from some of our members archives to share with you:

11/4/2020

On 29th March 2017 TMC member Sandra embarked on a fund raising challenge to hike to all 27 county highest Mountains / tops in Ireland in 11 days, with a little help from family, friends & TMC members who joined her on some of the hikes.Sandra walked 169 KM to reach a total height of 16349 Meters over the course of this challenge. Sandra's motivation for the challenge were for the following reasons:
To help reduce the rate of suicide by encouraging people to start talking about mental health well-being and letting people know it's OK not to be OK,
To raise funds to help Pieta House continue their great work in providing a free counselling service to those who are suicidal, self-harming and those bereaved by suicide.
In February 2016 Sandra and her family experienced the devastating effects of suicide when her brother Ray died by suicide.

TMC member Tony on Ben Nevis Summit ,Scotland . Mt. Brandon Kerry , At end of Mweelrea walk , Mayo. All in 2019

Barry and TMC members in Patagonia , January-February 2016

Covid Responsibility For TMC Hillwalkers: Support the Governments' advice and support Mountaineering Irelands' position.

5/4/2020

Stay at Home . Stay off the Hills and Mountains. Avoid travelling for exercise. ( Murrough Mc Donagh CEO MI )

As all TMC hikes and activities have been suspended until further notice we have decided to share some members archive photographs .

In February 2020 TMC member Anthony attended a Winter Mountaineering course run by Glenmore Lodge in the Cairngorms, Scotland. The Glenmore Lodge and Plas Y Brenin are the two national training centres where Anthony was provided with the highest possible standard of instruction from both centres on the course. Photos are taken on the Fiacaill Ridge , Coire an Sneacta & Breanna Choireann East Ridge.

Ballycrystal Circuit in February 2020 taken by Con

Some from John's archives

Events from Monday 23rd March 2020

22/3/2020

Hi All ,
We would like to inform you that in the current situation due to the spread of virus Covid-19, Tullow Mountaineering Club is temporarily suspending all club sanctioned walks until further notice.

Events from Monday 16th March 2020 to Sunday 22nd March 2020.

15/3/2020

Wednesday 18th March - Evening Hike - contact Barry on 086-1098244, Meeting at Askea Church Car Park at 6.20 pm for car pooling and departing at 6.30 pm ( THE USUAL CAR POLICY HAS BEEN CHANGED DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC TO A MAXIMUM OF TWO MEMBERS PER CAR AND WE ARE ENCOURAGING THE PASSENGER TO SIT IN THE BACK SEAT)

Friday 20th March - Night Hike - Contact John on 086-2772633 for more details.

Sunday 22nd March - Medium Hike in the Wicklow Mountains - contact Ann on 087-8712318, Walkers are meeting at Barrack Street, Carlow for car pooling and departing at (please note earlier starting time) 08.30 am sharp.

Newcomers to all walks are welcome and are advised to phone the contact person in advance and best to arrive 10 mins prior to the departure time. For all hikes please ensure you have the appropriate clothing and footwear with you as well as bringing a torch for the evenings.

Photos taken on Sunday 15h March Hike in the Wicklow Mountains led by Pat & taken by John & Nuala

Events from Monday 9th March 2020 to Sunday 15th March 2020.

8/3/2020

Wednesday 11th March - Evening Hike - contact Barry on 086-1098244, Meeting at Askea Church Car Park at 6.20 pm for car pooling and departing at 6.30 pm

Friday 13th March - Night Hike - Contact John on 086-2772633 for more details.

Sunday 15th March - Medium Hike in the Wicklow Mountains - contact Pat on 087-9578845, Walkers are meeting at Barrack Street, Carlow for car pooling and departing at 09.30 am sharp.

Newcomers to all walks are welcome and are advised to phone the contact person in advance and best to arrive 10 mins prior to the departure time. For all hikes please ensure you have the appropriate clothing and footwear with you as well as bringing a torch for the evenings.

Photos taken on Sunday 8th March Hike in the Comeraghs led by Michael & taken by Nuala

Events from Monday 2nd March 2020 to Sunday 8th March 2020.

1/3/2020

Wednesday 4th March - Evening Hike - contact Barry on 086-1098244, Meeting at Askea Church Car Park at 6.20 pm for car pooling and departing at 6.30 pm

Friday 6th March - Night Hike - Contact John on 086-2772633 for more details.

Sunday 8th March - Medium Hike in the Comeragh Mountains - contact Mìcheàl on 087-6482050, Walkers are meeting at Barrack Street, Carlow for car pooling and departing at 09.30 am sharp.

Newcomers to all walks are welcome and are advised to phone the contact person in advance and best to arrive 10 mins prior to the departure time. For all hikes please ensure you have the appropriate clothing and footwear with you as well as bringing a torch for the evenings.

Photos taken on Sunday 1st March Hike led by John & taken by Nuala

Events from Monday 24th February 2020 to Sunday 1st March 2020.

23/2/2020

Wednesday 26th February - Evening Hike - contact Barry on 086-1098244, Meeting at Askea Church Car Park at 6.20 pm for car pooling and departing at 6.30 pm

Friday 28th February - Night Hike - Contact John on 086-2772633 for more details.

Sunday 1st March - Easy Hike in the Blackstairs Mountains - contact John on 086-3462957 , Walkers are meeting at Barrack Street, Carlow for car pooling and departing at 09.30 am sharp,

Newcomers to all walks are welcome and are advised to phone the contact person in advance and best to arrive 10 mins prior to the departure time. For all hikes please ensure you have the appropriate clothing and footwear with you as well as bringing a torch for the evenings.

Photos taken on Sunday 23rd February hike in Wicklow led by Michael & taken by Lily, Michael & Nuala

Events from Monday 17th February 2020 to Sunday 23rd February 2020.

16/2/2020

Wednesday 19th February - Evening Hike - contact Barry on 086-1098244, Meeting at Askea Church Car Park at 6.20 pm for car pooling and departing at 6.30 pm

Friday 21st February - Night Hike - Contact John on 086-2772633 for more details.

Sunday 23rd February - Medium Hike in the Wicklow Mountains - contact Michael on 086-1029439, Walkers are meeting at Barrack Street, Carlow for car pooling and departing at 09.30 am sharp,

Newcomers to all walks are welcome and are advised to phone the contact person in advance and best to arrive 10 mins prior to the departure time. For all hikes please ensure you have the appropriate clothing and footwear with you as well as bringing a torch for the evenings.

Photos taken on Wednesday night 12th February " Paddy Looney Memorial hike" Killeshin led by Michael & Sunday joint Tyndall Kilkenny & TMC hike 16th February in The Blackstairs led by John & taken by Lily & Nuala