Hello, My name is Mairéad and I am the new Far and Wild administrator. I am an avid lover of all things outdoors and a trainee Mountain Leader. I am happiest when hiking, exploring a forest, dipping in a lake or waterfall or getting sandy toes. Equally, after all of the above, you will probably…
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Jan
Jan
I had a long, unexpected conversation with one of my colleagues today. It seems we all are experiencing the stress of the current third round of lock-down measures- and whatever your take on the science and the rationale behind lock-downs, its seems we can all unite in stress. Phhhhheeewwwww!!! While we have been forced to…
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Nov
Nov
Fancy a Hiking Tour in one of the secret gems of Europe in 2020? Are you planning a relaxing break for next year? There is still time to make 2020 a really healthy one. A European Hiking Tour may be exactly what you need! In 2019 our hiking tour in the Picos de Europa National…
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Jun
Jun
Sweet Summer Outdoors This past 2 to 3 weeks have seen the outdoor activity season in Ireland begin. The summer weather has been sweet!.. and brought our countryside to life. With everything in full bloom, we are approaching mid-summer with pre-made tan-lines! It’s not hard to get out, and into the good weather. Recently, we…
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May
May
Swell Times.. This week our staff were asked to work with 2 local primary schools. The thought of 50 young kids descending on our base in St Columb’s Park House was a bit daunting but soon we had them cooking bread, finding leaves, navigating and playing outdoor games like no-one’s business. A week working with…
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