🥾 Sunday’s Hike – The Comeraghs
On Sunday, the crew headed into the Comeraghs, starting the walk at Crotty’s Lake beside the campsite car park.  They made their way around Crotty’s Lake and noticed just how low the water level was after the high temperatures we experienced throughout the summer. From there, the group continued on towards Bréagán Mór and then on to Uisce Solais.  Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t on their side, so the decision was made to head towards Crotty’s Rock before making their way back to the cars. They said a fond farewell to Anna, who is returning to Germany. Thanks to Michael for leading.

🥾 Friday’s Hike – Mount Leinster
Friday night’s hike was an 8 km route starting from the Nine Stones. The group took the alternative trail to the left of the service road, which climbs steeply straight from the car park. After crossing the stile, the route continued past the White Rocks and on towards the Mast, where the group stopped for a tea break. The descent was via the Black Banks, before following the road back to the car park.

🥾 Club Trip to Connemara

Sundays hike was in the Galtees. The route was up the Black Road, to the Col near Galtybeg overlooking Borheen Lough. Then took the Path of Faill, before contouring to Lough Diheen and this was followed by a steep ascent to Galtymore. The walk back took in Galtybeg. Thanks to John for leading. 

Friday night’s hike started from Shannon’s Lane. We walked on until we passed through the second gate, where we took a left and climbed up from the south-eastern side to the cross. We then began our descent, crossing the two mountain rivers before stopping for a tea break at the rock art on Crannach Hill. As we ascended back towards the Stoolyn Path, we had the blood moon rising overhead. We made our way back to the cars via Knockroe Lane. Thanks to Sean for leading. 

The Sunday hike this week was on the Blackstairs. Starting at Mullaun in glorious sunshine, a slight breeze & great views. 11 members took on the 19 km & ascent of 880m. Stopping at Blackrock for a brief banana break before ascending to Mt. Leinster for lunch & chats. 
On the descent to Stoolyen we examined “the false teeth” rock .

Continuing towards Hughes Wall to admire the old beech Tree. Then on the final trek through Ballycrystal to reach the Turfcutters track we were interrupted by an errant sheep stuck in a wire fence who was saved & returned safely to the flock. Onwards to our cars at Mullaun. And very welcome refreshments at “The halfway House”.
Thank you to Nuala for leading.

The Friday night crew climbed Lugnaquilla from Ballinabarney gap. 11km was covered, weather conditions were clear enough to spot a lighthouse in Wales. 

Friday nights hike was led by John, taking the group across the Sugarloaf and Lobawn in Co. Wicklow.
Thanks to John C for leading.

Sundays hike started in Donard village, took in Church Mountain, Corribrack and looped back to Donard village. This hike had an ascent of 600metres and was approximately 15km. Thanks to Frank for leading the group and to Lily and Nuala for the photos. 

Thanks to Lily for leading Sunday's hike. The route started at Shannon's Lane and took in Knockroe, the Red Van, Clorogue Mor, before returning to Shannon's Lane. The hike covered approximately 11km with 550m of ascent. Thanks Lily for taking the photos.

Friday night's hike was an all-female affair, with Edyta leading her first hike for the group. Starting at the Nine Stones, the group made their way up the Black Banks to Mount Leinster before continuing on to Black Road Mountain. They finished their hike at the Halfway House after an enjoyable evening with plenty of views and the moonlight. Well done Edyta!

Our Sunday hikers enjoyed a hike in County Wicklow, starting from Laragh and taking in Paddock Hill, Scarr, Kanturk, Glenmacnass, Tonelagee, before returning via the Broghaghs. The route covered approximately 20 km with around 900 metres of ascent. Conditions were mixed throughout, with strong winds on the higher ground, blustery showers, and sunny spells. Thank you to Bernie for leading and for the photos. 

Our Friday Night hikers also made the trip to County Wicklow, setting out from Ballinabarney Gap and following the trail over Ballineddan and Slievemaan before reaching the summit of Lugnaquilla. Lugnaquilla was completely clear of cloud, offering views across the Wicklow Mountains to the Irish Sea. We had a clear view back to the Blackstairs Mountains and to the smoke rising from Slievenamon in County Tipperary. The route was 11km with 792 metres of elevation. Thanks to John for leading and to those who provided the photos.

The Sunday group enjoyed a sunny hike in County Wicklow. Their route took them over Ballineddan, Slievemaan, and Lugnaquilla before descending via Camara. The hike covered a total distance of 13 km, in  great conditions. Thanks to Declan for leading and for the photos.

A lovely evening was spent exploring Crannagh Mountain. Starting from the Nine Stones, we followed a quieter trail through an abundance of ferns, this route is far less travelled than many of the other paths in the Blackstairs Mountains. Along the way, we discovered several features, including a cillín, ancient rock art dating back approximately 4,000–4,500 years, Moll's Rock, and the Giant's Chair, named in local folklore. After the rockart by the river, we had a steep scramble to the mast on Mount Leinster. We finished the loop by walking down the service road back to the car, 10.5km, 621m ascent. Thanks John for leading.

Our club enjoyed a fantastic trip to Wales this weekend. Thank you to the leaders throughout the weekend – Micheal Brennan, Ann Murphy, and Bernie McKenna. Many thanks also to Bernie, Micheal, Stephanie, and Nuala for the amazing photographs.

Ann led the group to Sliabh na mBan in Co. Tipperary on a very warm Sunday. Thanks to Ann for leading and thanks to Lily for the photos.

Friday nights hike was lead by John from Scullogue Gap, up Shannon's Lane, Stoolyen to Mount Leinster. The views were great all evening. Thansk to John and thanks to all for the photos.

Sundays hike took the walkers to Blackstairs Mountain where they started from Scullogue Gap across to Cooliagh Gap and back. This was approx 11km, and thanks to Tony for leading the hike.