Irish Adventures

Mountain skills Training MS1 & MS2 2012 Kerry, Galway & Wicklow

2011-12-12T04:54:00.000-08:00

Irish Adventures Mountain skills Training MS1 & MS2 2012 Kerry, Galway & Wicklow

MS1:

This course includes map-reading and simple navigation techniques, recognition of natural features, distance measurement and timing of walks. Mountain hazards are also covered, as is personal equipment such as correct clothing and emergency equipment.

Jan 7 & 8 MS1 Kerry

Jan 14 & 15 MS1 Wicklow

Jan 21 & 22 MS Galway

Feb 25 & 26 MS1 Wicklow

March 3 & 4 MS1 Kerry

March 31 & April 1 MS1 Wicklow

April 14 & 15 MS1 Galway

April 21 & 22 MS1 Wicklow

April 28 & 29 MS1 Kerry

MS2:

This course builds on MS1. It covers the use of a compass, route-planning and the preparation of route cards, night navigation, scrambling/ steep ground, mountain rescue and emergency procedures.

Jan 21 & 22 MS2 Kerry

Feb 25 & 26 MS2 Wiclow

March 3 & 4 MS2 Galway

March 31 & April 1 MS2 Wicklow

April 14 & 15 MS Kerry

To Book on any of this Mountaineering Ireland approved courses please contact us at info@irishadventures.net or call 0874190318

Kayaking Lakes of Killarney

2011-11-21T12:22:00.000-08:00

Still Waters of Lough Lein, with Torc and Mangerton in the background

Sunset over Purple and Tomies Mountain, Eagles Nest on Lough Lein

Kayaking Lakes of Killarney, Kerry, Ireland

We had a great kayaking Killarney National Park on 16th November, it was one of the best days of the year, zero wind, blue skies and a beautiful sunset. We started the day kayaking from the car park, really the car park as the lake was the highest it has been this year. We kayaked along the paths that normally have walkers, cyclists and jaunting cars there. Stopped off on Innisfallen Island where we spotted about 25 Sika deer. Next was past Governers Rock, .the old Copper Mines and back around Ross Island to the canal that leads to Ross castle. For more infomation on kayaking on the Lakes of Killarney, see under kayaking with Irish Adventures.

Kayaking Lakes of Killarney Kerry

2011-10-10T10:24:00.000-07:00

Kayaking on the Lakes of Killarney, Killarney National Park, Kerry

Why not try a kayak try on the Lakes of Killarney over the winter months of 2011-2012. Kayaking on lough Lein can be done all through the winter and has some great sheltered bays to paddle. We run Kayak trips on Lough Lein Killarney with min of 2 people, price €50 per person. Kayak from Ross Castle, land on Inisfallen Island, see the bronze age Copper mines on Ross Island or even get a glimpse of the White Tailed Eagle introduced to Killarney National Park.
All equipment supplied wetsuits, booties, waterproof jacket and hats. Call us on 0874190318 or email info@irishadventures.net to book; morning 09.30- 12.30 afternoon 14.00-17.00

Mountain skills Training BOS Course

2011-09-12T09:35:00.000-07:00

Mountain skills 1 Dates 2011
Sept 24 & 25 MS1 Kerry
Oct 15 & 16 MS1 Wicklow
Oct 22 & 23 MS1 Kerry
Nov 5 & 6 MS1 Galway
Nov 19 & 20 MS1 Wicklow
Nov 26 & 27 MS1 Kerry
Dec 10 & 11 MS1 Wicklow

Mountain skills 2 dates;
Want to brush up your skills, night navigation, steep ground, refresher.
Oct 1 & 2 MS2 Wicklow, Glendalough
Oct 8 & 9 MS2 Kerry
Nov 12 & 13 MS2 Kerry
Dec 3 & 4 MS2 Galway

Please call Noel on 0874190318 to book on any of these courses or email info@irishadventures.net

Winter Skills Ireland

2010-12-16T05:32:00.001-08:00

Winter Skills Days Ireland 2010-2011

As this cold weather continues through the winter it gives us some great winter conditions in the Mountains in Kerry, these days are aimed to give you the experience of walking with crampons and ice axe while under the supervision of experienced and qualified Winter Mountain leaders.

The guided climbs or Carrauntoohil will take routes with ground less than grade 1 winter, yo allow plenty of learning and introduce you to winter walking at a comfortable pace.
For up to date infomation join Irish Adventures facebook page

Cost is €60 per person including hire of equipment, ice axe, crampons and helmet
Ratio of instructor to client 1:6 max
Next dates Sunday 19th Monday 20th December
Christmas period 28th, 29th, 30th December and 2nd, 3rd & 4th January

These days are depended on conditions, email info@irishadvenutures.net or text Noel on 0874190318 to get update on conditions and availability.

Sea Kayaks For Sale

2010-12-16T05:12:00.000-08:00

2nd Hand Sea kayaks, 2 years old.
All in great condition, well looked after, minimum light scratches
3 Different types, prices between €475 and €550
Four Necky Manitou 14's, 14ft or 4m, all have drop down skeg, great for beginner/intermediate
One Necky Zoar Sport 14ft or 4.4m rudder
Two Necky Narpa's 16ft or 5m rudder
One Necky Kyook 15.7ft or 4.8m, rudder
Call Noel on 0874190318 or email info@irishadventures.net or website contact us

Winter Skills Course Sc otland 2011

2010-12-15T09:29:00.000-08:00

Winter Skills Training Scotland

Irish Adventures will run its hugely popular Winter Skills training course again in Scotland during February 2011. The course is a great introduction to the skills required to walk safely in winter conditions, whether in Ireland, Scotland or further afield. The four-day weekend courses feature walks on such classic mountain routes as Ben Nevis and other peaks around Fort William and Glencoe in the highlands of Scotland. The package comprises five nights' accommodation at a luxury lakeside chalet close to the bustling town of Fort William. Irish Adventures offers complimentary transfers from Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick airports - we can also arrange collection from a train station if pre-arranged. Collection on arrival will be at 7pm with departure from the airport circa 11am. We would advise early booking to take advantage of cheap flights from Dublin, Cork and Shannon(Aer Lingus seems best). There will be regular shuttle runs to Fort William in the evenings for those who prefer eating out or for those who would like to go for a few drinks (especially to celebrate on the last night, of course!). No previous winter skills experience required but a reasonable to good level of fitness is recommended.

The Package Includes:

• Transfer to and from Glasgow airports
• All transport during the course
• Luxury self-catering accommodation at lakefront chalets
• Technician equipment, helmet, harness, ice-axe and crampons
• Highly experienced, qualified instructors
• Four days of intensive instruction and classic winter walking, including Ben Nevis

Course Dates 2011

February 8-13
February 17-22
February 22-27

Arrival date of collection is first date, departure date second eg On the February 17-22 course, walking dates are 18,19,20 & 21. The first day will concentrate on ice-axe and crampon work. Ben Nevis will be covered over the 4 days.

Total Cost: €575

The price is per person sharing a twin room; a single room supplement is available. Places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment and to take full advantage of budget flights.

Technical Winter Mountaineering Scotland (click here)

You can get more detailed information on the contents of the course by contacting info@irishadventures.net or Noel on 087-4190318

Mountain skills 2011 Dates

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Mountain Skills 1 Dates, prices and course information

Location: Dingle, Killarney, Co. Kerry.
Cork, Wicklow, Connemara, Clifden, Leenaun, Co. Galway or other areas on request
Cost:- non-residential 145 euro
- residential 185 euro (1 night) 225 euro (2 nights) per person sharing.

Dates: Available on request, please contact us.

2011

8 & 9 January, Kerry

15 & 16 January, Wicklow, Glendalough

22 & 23 January, Galway

5 & 6 February, Kerry

5 & 6 March, Kerry

12 & 13 March, Wicklow, Glendalough

Mountain Skills 2 Dates, prices and course information

Location: Dingle, Killarney, Co. Kerry.
Cork, Wicklow, Connemara, Clifden, Leenaun, Co. Galway or other areas on request

MS2: This course builds on MS1. It covers the use of a compass, route-planning and the preparation of route cards, night navigation, scrambling/ steep ground, mountain rescue and emergency procedures.
Cost:- non-residential 145 euro- residential 185 euro (1 night) 225 euro (2 nights) per person sharing

2011

29 & 30 January, Kerry

5 & 6 March, Kerry

26 & 27 March, Wicklow

Contact Noel to Book course 087 4190318 or email info@irishadventures.net

Mountain skills Training 1 & 2 courses Kerry, Wicklow, Cork, Galway & Mayo, Ireland

2010-03-31T03:38:00.000-07:00

Mountain skills courses 2010

The Mountain Skills Scheme aims to teach hill-walkers the skills required to look after themselves in the Irish Mountains. The course provides training in the basic skills required to carry out hill-walking competently, safely and enjoyably. Aspects of navigation, equipment, safety and mountain hazards are covered.

Our next MS1 course is 10/11 April in Kerry, next MS2 is Galway 10/11 April.

Please find list of Mountain skills dates and booking forms attached for both MS1 and MS2. Let us know again which date would suit and can provisionally hold a place till booking form arrives.

MS1: This course includes map-reading and simple navigation techniques, recognition of natural features, distance measurement and timing of walks. Mountain hazards are also covered, as is personal equipment such as correct clothing and emergency equipment.

Cost:

- non-residential 145 euro

- residential 185 euro (1 night) 225 euro (2 nights) per person sharing.

Dates: Available on request, please contact us.

Dates: Mountain Skills 1

2010

10 & 11 April, Kerry

24 & 25 April, Kerry

8 & 9 May, Galway

15 & 16 May, Kerry

26 & 27 June, Kerry

24 & 25 July, Kerry

21 & 22 Aug, Kerry

MS2: This course builds on MS1. It covers the use of a compass, route-planning and the preparation of route cards, night navigation, scrambling/ steep ground, mountain rescue and emergency procedures.

Dates Mountain Skills 2 Training

2010

10 & 11 April, Galway

24 & 25 April, Kerry

15 & 16 May, Kerry

24 & 25 July, Kerry

Mountain skills assessment, 15.16 May. 1 or 2 Places left

Dingle Adventure Race 12 June 2010

2010-02-03T13:34:00.000-08:00

Dingle Adventure Race 12th June 2010

New decade, new race. Irish Adventures are proud to announce the ‘Dingle Adventure Race’, which will be held on 12th June 2010.

It is a one day Multi Activity Adventure Race consisting of Bike, Hike, Run and Kayak. The 26 mile/ 42km course will take you to some of the gems of the Dingle peninsula, biking over the Conor Pass, Ireland’s highest mountain pass, following in the footsteps of St Brandon climbing Irelands second highest Mountain range Mt Brandon, running country roads of the peninsula and kayaking across Dingle Harbour. More Course info

Race Categories individually, team of 2 or the fun relay teams of 4. more Categories info
Cost of competing: individual €60. Team (2 person) €55 each, Relay (4 persons) €40 each

Make this race a different Adventure race by raising money for our Charity Partners, The Irish Guide Dog for the Blind or Enable Ireland. More Charity info

Christmas Outdoor Activities, Kayaking and Hillwalking

2009-12-11T04:29:00.000-08:00

Hillwalking and Kayaking over Christmas Holidays

How you are going to work off the

Turkey

, Plenty of activities and courses going on over Christmas and into the New Year

Guided Christmas Walks/ Activities

27^th Dec Sunday, Carrauntoohil, via Hags glen and O’Sheas Gully

28^th Dec Monday, Brandon via faha ridge. Also available sea kayaking Dingle

29^th Dec Tuesday, Coomloughra Horse-shoe, classic 3 highest peaks Carrauntoohil, Beenkeragh and Caher

30^th Dec Wednesday, Kayaking Lakes of Killarney, National park, options for half or full day.

Limited places each day. Contact us to book 087-4190318 or info@irishadventures.net

Cost of each day is €50

Christmas bookings discount

Any bookings made before 31^st December will receive a 10% discount on all courses, including Winter skills Scotland & Mountain skills courses

Gift Vouchers

Gift vouchers are available, book a gift voucher and get 20% extra free, Pay €100 and receive €120 voucher

Contact us to book 087-4190318 or info@irishadventures.net

Winter skills & mountaineering courses Scotland

2009-09-09T10:58:00.000-07:00

Scottish Winter Skills & Winter Mountaineering Courses

Why do a winter skills course?

This course is ideal to give an introduction to winter walking, how to look after yourself safely in mountainous areas of Ireland and UK during winter conditions, while under supervision of experienced and qualified instructors.

Benefits of winter skills

When the snow comes in the winter many people get very excited, the scenery is amazing with snow covered peaks, but the most important question to ask yourself is can you deal with the condition in winter? Do you have the proper equipment and more importantly do you have the knowledge and skills to use this equipment? Winter skills will build your skills to be able to make safe decisions while winter walking.

Contents of a winter skills course

4 full days covering many aspects of winter walking and winter skills. From walking up and down steep slopes in crampons to ice axe arresting yourself down a snow slope, digging a snow hole, judging if a slope is safe to walk across or is there an avalanche risk involved. During the course these skills will be passed on to you while enjoying some of the best winter walks that Highlands of Scotland has to offer, including Ben Nevis circuit, Glencoe and the Cairngorms. Technician equipment provided, helmet, harness, ice-axe and crampons. Luxury chalets wait you in the evening to relax and recharge the batteries.

Requirements for a Winter skills course

Have previous hill walking experience and hillwalking equipment, average to good fitness (5-6 hour hillwalks) and a good sense of humor.

Cost: €575 5% discount for Mountaineering Ireland Members

Course Dates 2010 12-17, 17-22, February, 26 Feb-3 March, 4-9 March

'The Irish Adventures Winter Skills training programme was an excellent experience. For those new to winter mountain skills, I found the training was delivered with patience, attention to safety and the optimum balance of practical experience and information.' Carol-Anne, Limerick

Winter Mountaineering Course

If you have already completed a winter skills course or have experience in winter skills and would like to progress then this is the course for you. This course will give you both skills and experience for technical winter mountaineering, beginning with climbs on some classic winter routes over the weekend. You will learn how to climb with two ice axes, place gear, make belays and climb together. During the course you will have the opportunity to climb some of the classic routes in Scotland, such as Ledge Route, Ben Nevis.

Experienced and qualified MIC instructors

You can get more detailed information on the courses at www.irishadventures.net or contact info@irishadventures.net or Noel on 087-4190318.

Kayaking in Dingle bay with Fungi and friends with Irish Adventures

2009-04-21T16:10:00.000-07:00

Tuesday 21st April 2009 Kayaking dingle with Fungi and friends, Irish Adventures

SEA KAYAKING

Half Days

Kayaking with Fungi
Easy Enjoy a half-day's sea kayaking in Dingle Harbour, see Fungi the Dolphin at the mouth of the harbour and explore some of the many sea caves.
This trip is available to all - beginners to advanced paddlers. Although not physically demanding, it provides a great introduction to sea kayaking, covering basic kayaking skills.
Times: 09.30 to 12.30 and 2.00 to 5.00 Cost €50 each

Sunrise & Sunset Sea-Kayaking Easy
Experience the peaceful waters of Dingle Harbour and Dingle Bay at their most tranquil at the beginning and end of the day.
This trip is available to all - beginners to advanced paddlers. It is not arduous but as well as visiting Fungi and sea caves, it also covers basic kayaking skills. Times dependent on time of sunrise and sunset. Cost €50 each

kayaking dingle bay Irish adventures 2009

SEA KAYAKING, KAYAKING, CANOEING DINGLE, KILLARNEY KERRY IRELAND

2009-04-05T11:08:00.000-07:00

KAYAKING, CANOEING AND SEA KAYAKING IN DINGLE AND KILLARNEY, KERRY, IRELAND

Please click any where along here for main kayaking page and details on our main website

Half and Full Days

Our sea kayaks comprise a new fleet of 14 ft (4.4m) long Necky Manitou 14s and Zoar Sports. These are extremely comfortable, with great back support and padded seats. They have drop down skegs or rudders. We also have bigger Necky Kyooks and Necky Narpas (5m/ 17ft) for long-distance kayaking.
Discount available for children and groups.

Ratings of trips
Easy 3 hours, open to all 12+, easy kayaking, short journeys, Beginners
Medium 5+ hours, open to all 14+, medium journeys, Beginners+
Hard 5-6 hours, age 16+, medium-long journeys, strenuous, intermediate

SEA KAYAKING
Half Days
Kayaking with Fungi Easy
Enjoy a half-day's sea kayaking in Dingle Harbour, see Fungi the Dolphin at the mouth of the harbour and explore some of the many sea caves. This trip is available to all - beginners to advanced paddlers. Although not physically demanding, it provides a great introduction to sea kayaking, covering basic kayaking skills.
Times: 09.30 to 12.30 and 2.00 to 5.00 Cost €50 each
To Book any of these trips Contact us

Sunrise & Sunset Sea-Kayaking Easy
Experience the peaceful waters of Dingle Harbour and Dingle Bay at their most tranquil at the beginning and end of the day. This trip is available to all - beginners to advanced paddlers. It is not arduous but as well as visiting Fungi and sea caves, it also covers basic kayaking skills.
Times dependent on time of sunrise and sunset. Cost €50 each

Kayak the Lakes of Killarney Easy
Explore the Lakes of Killarney by kayak. This trip starts at Ross Castle, visiting Bronze Age copper mines and includes the option to visit the 6th century monastic site on Innisfallen Island.
Times: 09-30 – 12.30, 2-5.
Cost €50 each
To Book any of these trips Contact us

Sea Kayaking on Kenmare Bay Easy
Enjoy kayaking around Kenmare Bay with its large seal colony and stunning, sheltered waters. Kayaking trips in Kenmare Bay are available on request, minimum 4 people. To get a private quote contact us.

To Book any of these trips Contact us

A Full Day's Sea Kayaking

Ventry to Dingle Medium
Kayak this amazing section of coastline. Enjoy the sheltered waters of Ventry Harbour before kayaking along the remote, rugged coastline under the shadow of Esk tower, which points the way to Dingle Harbour.
Time 10.00- 16.30
Cost €85 each

Blasket Islands Medium- Hard
Kayak from Dunmore Head, the most westerly point of Ireland and Europe across the Blasket Sound to the isolated, abandoned Great Blasket Island. Stop on the beach and visit some of the historic sites of the island. Visit the largest seal colony in the area before exploring the rugged coastline of the great Blasket Islands.
Time 09.30- 16.30
Cost €95 each

Kayak the Lakes of Killarney Medium
Explore the Lakes of Killarney by kayak. This trip starts at Ross Castle, visiting Bronze Age copper mines and includes the option to visit the 6th century monastic site on Innisfallen Island.
Time 09.30- 16.30Cost €85 each
Click here for info on Lakes of Killarney.

To Book any of these trips Contact us

Other sea kayaking trips available on request for groups or individuals
Dingle to Inch (20km / 13miles) Hard
Kayak from Dingle to Inch Beach along spectacular coastline, which includes passing the climbing cliffs of Doonsheane/ Dun Seanna, Tra Bheag beach, Bull’s head, Minard Head and Minard castle. €100 each

Sea Kayaking on Kenmare Bay Easy- Medium
Enjoy kayaking around Kenmare Bay with its large seal colony and stunning, sheltered waters. Kayaking trips in Kenmare Bay are available on request, minimum 4 people. Half-day or full-day options.
To get a private quote contact us.

Mountain Skills 1 Training Course Kerrry Cork Galway Wicklow, Mountain skills1, Mountain skills 2 and Mountain skills assessments dates

2009-03-27T10:13:00.000-07:00

Mountain skills 1 Training, Irish Adventures, Kerry Cork Wicklow and Galway, BOS, MCI. Irish Adventures, has many MS1 courses, Mountain skills 1 training courses over the coming months. These will be run in Kerry Wicklow Cork and Galway. Mountain skills 1 course is recommended for those getting involved in hillwalking as it will improve your navigation and general mountain skills for not only the Irish mountains but for further afield.
For booking forms or more information on MS1/ mountain skills 1 training please contact Noel on 087-4190318 or email info@irishadventures.net or click here for main Irish Adventures website.

Dates for Mountain skills 1 Training
18 & 19 April, Wicklow
25 & 26 April, Kerry
9 & 10 May, Galway
23 & 24 May, Kerry
27 & 28 June, Kerry
8 & 9 August, Kerry
5 & 6 September, Galway

Mountain skills 1 course content
Day 1 Introduction to schemeTalk: Map, suitability of OS maps (1 hour) Walk: Conventional signs, introduction to map setting, contours, feature recognition and distance measurement, terminology, simple navigation techniques (5-6 hours) Talk: Mountain hazards (1 hour) Talk: Personal equipment (1 hour)Talk: Depiction of relief (1 hour)
Day 2Talk: Naismith’s Formula (1 hour)Walk: Navigation, timing, pacing (5 hours) Debrief: (30 minutes)

Mountain skills assessment (MSA) Kerry Ireland, MCI, BOS,

2009-03-27T09:53:00.000-07:00

Mountain skills assessment, Kerry Ireland 25,26 April 2009 Irish Adventures is running a Mountain skills assessment on 25,26 April in Kerry, this is open to anyone who has completed Mountain skills 1 and Mountain skills 2 training and has the requirements needed, it is also open to those with no formal training but larger number of walks requires. MSA 25,26 April 2009, price 180 euro non residential, residential available on request.

Please contact Noel on 087-4190318 or info@irishadventures.net for booking form. Or click here for main website.

MS1, MS2, Mountain Skills Assessment, Introduction to Scrambling, Walking weekends, Mountain skills refresher days, Adventure weekends

2009-03-12T05:07:00.000-07:00

MS1, MS2, Mountain Skills Assessment, Introduction to Scrambling, Walking weekends, Mountain skills refresher days, Adventure weekends

If you are looking for Mountain skills 1, Mountain skills 2, Mountains skills Assessment, Mountain skills Refresher day, need to log walks, Introduction to Scrambling, or just have a Great Weekend away with Hillwalking the see dates below, if none of these interest you then you getting too lazy or you have no free time.

If you would like to do some of the classics, Coomloughra horseshoe or the Reeks walk, then I would recommend Intro to Scrambling if you have not done this kind of thing before, especially if you are not sure about your head for heights.

If you want a adventure weekend with Sea kayaking, Hillwalking, climbing abseiling, Mountain biking or Horse riding then just contact us with the date you would like and we will do the rest. Accommodation can also be arranged for any course, there will be meals and few drinks arrange for evenings.

MS1 courses
28-29 March Cork
18-19 April Wicklow
25-26 April Kerry
9-10 May Galway
23-24 May Kerry
27-28 June Kerry
8-9 Aug Kerry
5-6 Sept Galway

MS2 courses
21-22 March Kerry
28-29 March Cork
16-17 May Galway
23-24 May Kerry

Mountain skills refresher day
Brush up your skills on our MS refresher. €60
3 April Friday Mountain skills Refresher day Killarney
6 June Sat Mountain skills Refresher day, Slieve Mish, Tralee
22 June Monday Mountain skills Refresher day, Killarney

Introduction to Scambling
5 June Sat Hags tooth ridge to Beenkeragh €70
18 June Thurs Hags tooth ridge to Beenkeragh €70

Mountain skills assessment
Killarney 25, 26 April, still some places €180
If you are not sure that you are ready or missing something then please contact me.

Walking weekends
3-6 April
3 April Friday Mountain skills Refresher day
4 April Saturday Reeks walk, Classic long day.
5 April Sunday Coomloughra Horse shoe, 3 highest mountains
6 April Monday Brandon, Faha Ridge to Conor pass

19-22 June Summer Solistice weekend
18 June Thurs Introduction to Scambling, Hags tooth ridge to Beenkeragh,
19 June Friday Coomloughra Horse shoe, 3 highest mountains
20 June Saturday Brandon, Faha Ridge to Conor pass
21 June Sunday Reeks walk, Classic long day.
22 June Monday Mountain skills Refresher day

Walking weekends Cost: 1 day €65, 2 days €120, 3 days €175.

Limited places on some courses, please contact for a booking form for course.

Winter Skills and Winter Mountaineering Scotland 2009 Photos from Winter skills 6-10 Feb

2009-02-11T07:52:00.000-08:00

Irish Adventures Winter Skills 6-10 Feb 2009

Mountain skills Training courses Galway Mountain skills 2 training

2009-02-02T04:38:00.000-08:00

Mountain skills 2 Training Leenaun Galway, 31st Jan- 1st Feb 2009

Photo above: Time for a quick snack before starting night navigation, Cameron, James and Nicola.

Above: What a view on the mountains, sunset looking over towards Diamond hill and Kylemore Abbey and Lake. Magic

Above: Two of the lads wondering how big Mole-Hills get in Ireland. Nice looking hair feature Mark. Who knows it may even be a Knoll.

How Big was that fish you caught Mark, Alan is still in disbelief

Above: Killary harbour should be here somewhere, but we just cant find it. maybe a compass bearing may help us. After all it is a really small feature. Cian, Alan and Nicola

It really was cracking weather for 31st Jan, Thanks to all involved in MS2 in Galway. Log those walks and see you back soon for Moutain skills assessment.

Mountain Skills Training Course Kerrry Cork Galway Wicklow, Mountain skills1, Mountain skills 2 and Mountain skills assessments dates

2009-01-26T10:50:00.000-08:00

Mountain skills training and assessment dates for Irish Adventures for 2009

Mountain Skills 1 Training Dates, prices and course information

Locations: Dingle, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Cork, Wicklow, Connemara, Clifden, Leenaun, Co. Galway or other areas on request

MS1: This course includes map-reading and simple navigation techniques, recognition of natural features, distance measurement and timing of walks. Mountain hazards are also covered, as is personal equipment such as correct clothing and emergency equipment.
Cost:
- non-residential 145 euro
- residential 185 euro (1 night) 225 euro (2 nights) per person sharing.
Dates: Available on request, please contact us.

Dates: Mountain Skills 1
2009:
24 & 25 January, Clifden, Co Galway7 & 8 February, Killarney, Co Kerry
28 Feb – 1 March, Kerry
28 & 29 March, Macroom, Co. Cork
18 & 19 April, Wicklow
25 & 26 April, Kerry
9 & 10 May, Galway
23 & 24 May, Kerry
27 & 28 June, Kerry
8 & 9 August, Kerry
5 & 6 September, Galway

MS2: This course builds on MS1. It covers the use of a compass, route-planning and the preparation of route cards, night navigation, scrambling/ steep ground, mountain rescue and emergency procedures.

Dates Mountain Skills 2 Training
2009:

31 Jan & 1Feb, Leenaun, Co Galway

21 & 22 March, Killarney, Co Kerry
28 & 29 March, Macroom, Co. Cork
16 & 17 May, Galway
23 & 24 May, Kerry

Dates; Mountain Assessment

MS Assessment: The third block is a consolidation of skills learnt in MS1 and MS2, and is an opportunity for candidates to test their mountaineering proficiency to a prescribed standard. MS assessment is held over two days, and comprises both written and practical evaluation, including a night navigation exercise. Candidates wishing to undertake MS assessment are required to maintain an official BOS logbook of their mountaineering activities, and to have logged at least 14 walks in a number of different upland areas of Ireland. At least four of these walks should be within two months of MS assessment.

Dates 2009:

25 & 26 April, Kerry

Cost:

- non-residential 180 euro
- residential 220 euro (1 night) 260 euro (2 nights) pps

Guided trips of Carrauntoohil 3414ft/1040m

2009-01-26T10:15:00.000-08:00

Nearly there, but the views are def worth it,

What else would you want to be doing on your birthday than a classic climb of Carrauntoohil

Carrautoohil 23rd Jan

Mountain Skills Training Course Kerrry Galway Wicklow

2008-12-08T01:49:00.000-08:00

Irish Adventures Mountain skills Training Kerry, Galway & Wicklow

Why not do a Mountain skills course, Mountain skills Mountain skills training run in Killarney, Dingle, Kerry, Wicklow, Clifden, Connemara, Galway, Gift Vouchers for Mountain skills, Mountain skills is great training for your navigation and confidence in the hills, you dont have to follow others. Dates of Mountain skills courses are:

Mountain skills 1 training 2009:
10 & 11 January Dingle, Co Kerry

24 & 25 January Clifden, Co Galway

7 & 8 February Killarney, Co Kerry

Mountain skills 2 training 2008 & 2009:

13 & 14 December Killarney, Co. Kerry

2009:17 & 18 January Dingle, Co Kerry

31 Jan & 1Feb Clifden, Co Galway

21 & 22 March Killarney, Co Kerry

Winter Skills and Winter Mountaineering Scotland 2009

2008-09-13T09:01:00.000-07:00

Winters Skills Training and Technical Winter Mountaineering Courses

Winter Skills Training Scotland

Winter skills training is been run in Scotland during February and March by Irish Adventures, this winter training will give you a great introduction to the skills one requires to walk safely in winter condition, whether it is in Ireland, Scotland or further a field. These courses are run over a long weekend, course are 4 days of winter walking on Classic mountains such as Ben Nevis and other mountains around Fort William and Glencoe. Accommodation is provided for 5 nights, at a lakeside chalet accommodation very close to Fort William. Irish Adventures offers a complimentary transfer from both of Glasgow airports and can also collect at Train Stations if pre-arranged; this transfer will collect on arrival evening at 7pm and get back to Glasgow on departure morning for around 11am. With Great cheap flights out of Dublin, and Shannon to Glasgow then booking early will make sure your travel costs are kept to a minimum. There will be regular shuttle runs to Fort William in evenings for those who prefer eating out or for a few drinks (especially on last evening of course).

What is included in the cost?
• Transfer to and from Glasgow
• All transport during the course
• Luxury self-catering accommodation at lake-front Chalets, near Fort William
• Technician equipment, Helmet, Harness, Ice-axe and Crampons
• Experience and qualified instructors
• Four days of instruction and classic winter walking including Ben Nevis
Arrival date of collection is first date, departure date second, so 6th – 11th Feb course walking dates are 7,8,9 & 10. First day will be ice axe and crampon work and Ben Nevis will be done over the 4 days, no previous winter skills is required, but recommended for reasonable to good level of fitness and hillwalking experience.

Course Dates 2009

6th -11th Febuary
12th -17th Febuary
5th -10th March

Price €575

This is based on per person sharing twin rooms, single room supplement is available. There is limited places available for each course, so book early to avoid any disappointment and if you have any questions about the either the course or dates available then please contact us info@irishadventures.net or 087-4190318

New for 2009

Technical Winter Mountaineering Scotland

Technical Winter Mountaineering is been run in Scotland during February and March by Irish Adventures, If you have already completed a winter skills course or have experience in winter skills and would like to progress this to winter mountaineering then this is the course for you. This course will give you both skills and experience for technical winter mountaineering, learn how to climb with 2 ice axes, place gear, make belays, climb together, during the course you will have the opportunity to climb some of the classic routes in Scotland, such as
‘Ledge Route, Ben Nevis’
‘Curved Ridge, Stob Dearg, Buachaille Etive Mor’
‘ Aonach Eagach Ridge/ Traverse, Glencoe’,

On this course you will be instructed by MIC instructors with the ratio of 2 clients to 1 instructor.
This course uses the same accommodation as winter skills, so if a friend or partner would prefer a winter skills course and you want technical climbing, then you can compare your days activity at the end of each day.

These courses are run over a long weekend, course are 4 days of classic winter mountaineering on mountains such as Ben Nevis and other mountains around Fort William and Glencoe. Accommodation is provided for 5 nights, at a lakeside chalet accommodation very close to Fort William. Irish Adventures offers a complimentary transfer from both of Glasgow airports and can also collect at Train Stations if pre-arranged; this transfer will collect on arrival evening at 7pm and get back to Glasgow on departure morning for around 11am. With Great cheap flights out of Dublin, and Shannon to Glasgow then booking early will make sure your travel costs are kept to a minimum. There will be regular shuttle runs to Fort William in evenings for those who prefer eating out or for a few drinks (especially on last evening of course).

What is included in the cost?
• Transfer to and from Glasgow
• All transport during the course
• Luxury self-catering accommodation at lake-front Chalets, near Fort William
• Technician equipment, Helmet, Harness, Ice-axes and Crampons
• Experienced and qualified instructors (ratio 2:1) clients to instructor
• Four days of instruction and classic winter mountaineering routes
Arrival date of collection is first date, departure date second, so 6th – 11th Feb course walking dates are 7,8,9 & 10.
Previous winter skills experience and good level of fitness required.

Course Dates 2009
6th -11th Febuary
12th -17th Febuary
5th -10th March

Price €675

This is based on per person sharing twin rooms, single room supplement is available. There is limited places available for each course, so book early to avoid any disappointment and if you have any questions about the either the course or dates available then please contact us info@irishadventures.net or 087-4190318

Comments from 2008 Winter skills.

‘Trip was very well organised, even with changes in weather, alternatives were always available. Accommodation was perfect for the trip, well situated, comfortable and well equipped. Overall, had a great time, would do it again next year, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to friends/family’. Keith, Armagh. Winter Skills Feb 08

I thought the whole course was brilliant,from your organising of it,the course contents,your people skills,your guides,the accomodation,everything. I had no complaints on the course whatsoever,or any other aspect of the trip,so all I can say is the best of luck with your future adventures,and thanks again for everything,it was a massive trip.
Liam, Kerry, Winter Skills Feb 08

“The course was excellent and well run, learned many valuable things in relation to being on mountains in winter which well be in valuable in relation to safety. Quality of instructors and intruction was excellent, accomodation was excellent and v comfortable.”
Ray, Kildare Winter Skills Feb 08

“The Irish Adventures Winter Skills training programme was an excellent experience on the whole. The course was well organised and delivered from start to finish, and Noel O Leary has clearly put a lot of work into every aspect from arranging the practical issues such as transport and comfortable accommodation to ensuring we all had the right equipment, (both in terms of what we are asked to bring and what was provided to us) and delivering high quality training in winter skills. The ratio of trainers (2 leaders) to participants (1:4) was just right and maintained for the duration of the programme. For those new to winter mountain skills, I found the training was delivered with patience, attention to safety and the optimum balance of practical experience and information. I learned, among other things, how to attach crampons before sliding down the snow while trying out different types of ice axe arrests but was equally impressed by how much there is to learn-for example the different types of axes or different ways of judging avalanche potential when faced with a snow slope. For those who haven't been to that part of Scotland before, the location is beautiful to say the least, and our self-catering accommodation in chalets just a few km from Fort William was lovely. I was very happy to be ferried around with the group and not have to worry about getting to and from Glasgow and in and out of Fort William or to the various activity locations. We ate in a couple of nights and for the last two, our affable host taxied us to a local hostelry.
We had three very enjoyable days on the mountain, even if tiring at times. The fourth day, where we had time indoors at the Ice Factor in Kinlochleven, with experience of the indoor climbing and ice walls, was good fun and very much pitched according to what the participants wanted to try and were comfortable with.”
Carol-Anne, Limerick Winter Skills Feb 08

“I had a great weekend. Brilliant weather, Brilliant people, Brilliant guide and Brilliant views. My calves are knotted, my knees are swolen and my back hurts but it was all well worth it. I am definitely addicted to the outdoors now. Thanks again.”
Michelle, Clare Winter Skills March 08

“Just a quick note to say how much we enjoyed our trip to Scotland. Darach was an excellent guide and great company and ensured we had a magic time!”
Eileen, Cork Winter Skills March 08

Kayaking with Fungi, Dingle

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"NOEL, THANK YOU FOR A VERY RELAXED EVENING KAYAKING. DINGLE HARBOUR ISA SUPERB LOCATION, EQUIPMENT AND COMPANY FIRST CLASS... FUNGI'S DISPLAY A REAL TREAT. MICK & ALEX 22/7/08

KAYAKING AND SEA-KAYAKING IN DINGLE AND KILLARNEY, KERRY, IRELAND

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KAYAKING AND SEA-KAYAKING IN DINGLE AND KILLARNEY, KERRY, IRELAND
Half and Full Days

Kayak with Fungi
Enjoy a half-days kayaking in Dingle Harbour, see Fungi the Dolphin at the mouth of the harbour and explore some the many sea caves.
Times: 09.30 to 12.30 and 2.00 to 5.00
Half Day €50 per person

Kayak the Lakes of Killarney
Explore the Lakes of Killarney by kayak, this trip starts at Ross Castle, visiting Bronze-Age copper mines and has options of visiting the 6th Century monastic site on Innisfallen Island.
10am Tue, Weds, Thurs & Fri
Weekends & afternoons also available
Half Day €50 per person

Sunrise & Sunset Sea-Kayaking
Experience the peaceful waters of Dingle harbour and Dingle Bay at its most tranquil hours, these trips also visit Fungi and sea caves.
Times on request, €50 per person

2008 & 2009 Mountain skills training dates for Kerry and Galway

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2008 & 2009 Mountain skills training dates for Kerry and Galway

Mountain Skills 1 Dates, prices and course information
Location: Dingle, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Connemara, Clifden, Leenaun, Co. Galway
or other areas on request:Cost:
- non-residential 135 euro 2008, 145 euro 2009
- residential 185 euro (1 night) 225 euro (2 nights) per person sharing.

Dates: Mountain Skills 1
2008:

19 & 20 July Killarney, Co Kerry
29 & 30 August Dingle, Co Kerry
13 & 14 September Killarney, Co Kerry
27 & 28 September Clifden, Co Galway
11 & 12 October Dingle, Co Kerry
1 & 2 November Dingle, Co Kerry
6 & 7 December Killarney, Co. Kerry

2009:

10 & 11 January Dingle, Co Kerry
24 & 25 January Clifden, Co Galway
7 & 8 February Killarney, Co Kerry

Mountain Skills 2 Dates, prices and course information
Location: Dingle, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Connemara, Clifden, Leenaun, Co. Galway
or other areas on request:Cost:
- non-residential 135 euro 2008, 145 euro 2009
- residential 185 euro (1 night) 225 euro (2 nights) per person sharing.

Dates: Mountain Skills 2
2008: 26 & 27 July Dingle, Co Kerry
6 & 7 September Killarney, Co Kerry
4 & 5 October Clifden, Co Galway
18 & 19 October Dingle, Co Kerry
22 & 23 November Killarney, Co Kerry
13 & 14 December Dingle, Co. Kerry
2009:

17 & 18 January Dingle, Co Kerry
31 Jan & 1 Feb Clifden, Co Galway
21 & 22 March Killarney, Co Kerry

Winter Skills Scotland

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Mountain skills training courses.

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Photo from Twelve Bens, Mountain skills 1 training in Galway, Feb 2008

Mountain skills 1 Training courses. Photo Dingle Peninsula MS1 training 5,6 Jan

Recently we have had some very good mountain skills training courses. We are glad to see that we are offering a mountain skills 1 training course every month in Kerry and sometimes two a month, mountain skills training in Galway has also been very popular and we are back up there again on 19 and 20 April for Mountain skills 1 training Galway, there will be a follow up of Mountain skills 2 training in Galway on 24th and 25th of May. Below are dates of upcoming mountain skills training courses with Irish Adventures. Also is a few comments that our clients have said about their experience of mountain skills training.

Mountain skill 1 Training courses.

5,6 April Kerry,

12,13 April Kerry,

19,20 April Galway,

17,18 May Kerry,

7,8 June Kerry,

28,29 June Kerry.

Mountain skills 2 course are on:

March 29, 30 (Kerry)

April 26, 27 (Kerry)

May 24, 25 (Galway)

June 21, 22 (Kerry)

"Very informative weekend. Good ideas and tips for Hillwalking" MS1 Galway

"Excellent course. Very clear and easy to follow. Makes hillwalking more manageable" Galway MS1

"Excellent course. I learned so much in two days. The pace was excellent and I will do MS2 as soon as possible" 'Aiden O Brien, Cork.

Winter Skills Scotland

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Winter Skills Training Scotland Only 550 euro

Winter skills training is been run in Scotland during February and March 2008 by Irish Adventures, this winter training will give you a great introduction to the skills one requires to walk safely in winter condition, whether it is in Ireland, Scotland or further a field. These courses are run over a long weekend, course starts on Friday morning and finishes Monday evening after 4 days winter walking on Classic mountains such as Ben Nevis and other mountains around Fort William and Glencoe.
Accommodation is provided for 5 nights, Thursday evening till Tuesday morning, at a lakeside chalet accommodation very close to Fort William. Irish Adventures offers a complimentary transfer from both of Glasgow airports and can also collect at Train Stations if pre-arranged; this transfer will collect on Thursday Evening and get back to Glasgow on Tuesday Morning for around 11am. With Great cheap flights out of Dublin, Shannon and Cork to Glasgow then booking early will make sure your travel costs are kept to a minimum. There will be regular shuttle runs to Fort William in evenings for those who prefer eating out or for a few drinks (especially on last evening of course).

What is included in the cost is?
Transfer to and from Glasgow
All transport during the course
Luxury self-catering accommodation at lake-front Chalets, near Fort William
Technician equipment, Helmet, Harness, Ice-axe and Crampons
Experience and qualified instructors
Four days of instruction and classic winter walking including Ben Nevis

Walking days are Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, so transport to Scotland on Thurs and Tues is best. First day will be ice axe and crampon work and Ben Nevis will be done over the 4 days, no previous winter skills is required, but recommended for reasonable to good level of fitness and hillwalking experience.

Course Dates
21st – 26th February
28th – 4th March
13th – 18th March (St. Patrick’s weekend)

Price €550

This is based on per person sharing twin rooms, single room supplement is available.

There is limited places available for each course, so book early to avoid any disappointment and if you have any questions about the either the course or dates available then please contact us. info@irishadventures.net or 087-4190318

White Water Kayaking

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Want to try White Water Kayaking but not sure where to start?

These one-day courses are suitable for all levels of experience, from complete beginners upwards. Spend a day learning some basic skills, bouncing down rapids and paddling down a moving river!
All equipment is provided.
Price is €75 per person, per day.

DATES:
17th Dec
22nd Dec

Mountain skills Training courses Kerry Galway Cork Wicklow MCI BOS

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Mountain skills courses

Irish Adventures - http://www.irishadventures.net/ - info@irishadventures.net

00353-87-4190318

Mountain Skills 1

Locations: Dingle, Killarney, Co. Kerry

Cost non-residential 135 euro

Cost residential 210 euro

Dates

Mountain Skills 1

2007

Oct 13/14, 27/28,

Nov 10/11, 24/25,

Dec 8/9.

2008

Jan 5/6, 19,20,

Feb 2/3 (Galway), 16/17,

March 8/9, 22/23,

April 5/6, 26/27,

May 17/18.

Mountain Skills 2

Location: Dingle, Killarney, Co. Kerry

Cost non-residential 135 euro

Cost residential 210 euro

Dates

Mountain Skills 2
2007

Nov 3/4,

Dec 1/2.

2008

Jan 12/13,

Feb 9/10,

March 31/ 1st April,

26/27 April

See our Winter Skills courses

Welcome to IrishAdventures Blog page

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Welcome to Irish Adventures blog page, over the coming years I hope you will enjoy the news, stories, photos, and all the latest developments of Irish Adventures. If you ever have any stories, comments or photos then email them to us and we will be more than happy to post them. Hope everyone is having their own adventures.

Noel O'Leary

Irish Adventures

Mountain skills Training MS1 & MS2 2012 Kerry, Galway & Wicklow

MS1:

Kayaking Lakes of Killarney

Kayaking Lakes of Killarney Kerry

Mountain skills Training BOS Course

Mountain skills 1 Dates 2011Sept 24 & 25 MS1 KerryOct 15 & 16 MS1 WicklowOct 22 & 23 MS1 KerryNov 5 & 6 MS1 GalwayNov 19 & 20 MS1 WicklowNov 26 & 27 MS1 KerryDec 10 & 11 MS1 Wicklow

Mountain skills 2 dates;Want to brush up your skills, night navigation, steep ground, refresher.Oct 1 & 2 MS2 Wicklow, GlendaloughOct 8 & 9 MS2 KerryNov 12 & 13 MS2 KerryDec 3 & 4 MS2 Galway

Please call Noel on 0874190318 to book on any of these courses or email info@irishadventures.net

Winter Skills Ireland

Sea Kayaks For Sale

Winter Skills Course Sc otland 2011

Mountain skills 2011 Dates

Mountain skills Training 1 & 2 courses Kerry, Wicklow, Cork, Galway & Mayo, Ireland

Dingle Adventure Race 12 June 2010

New decade, new race. Irish Adventures are proud to announce the ‘Dingle Adventure Race’, which will be held on 12th June 2010.

Christmas Outdoor Activities, Kayaking and Hillwalking

Winter skills & mountaineering courses Scotland

Kayaking in Dingle bay with Fungi and friends with Irish Adventures

SEA KAYAKING, KAYAKING, CANOEING DINGLE, KILLARNEY KERRY IRELAND

Mountain Skills 1 Training Course Kerrry Cork Galway Wicklow, Mountain skills1, Mountain skills 2 and Mountain skills assessments dates

Mountain skills assessment (MSA) Kerry Ireland, MCI, BOS,

MS1, MS2, Mountain Skills Assessment, Introduction to Scrambling, Walking weekends, Mountain skills refresher days, Adventure weekends

Winter Skills and Winter Mountaineering Scotland 2009 Photos from Winter skills 6-10 Feb

Mountain skills Training courses Galway Mountain skills 2 training

Mountain Skills Training Course Kerrry Cork Galway Wicklow, Mountain skills1, Mountain skills 2 and Mountain skills assessments dates

Guided trips of Carrauntoohil 3414ft/1040m

Mountain Skills Training Course Kerrry Galway Wicklow

Winter Skills and Winter Mountaineering Scotland 2009

Kayaking with Fungi, Dingle

KAYAKING AND SEA-KAYAKING IN DINGLE AND KILLARNEY, KERRY, IRELAND

2008 & 2009 Mountain skills training dates for Kerry and Galway

Winter Skills Scotland

Mountain skills training courses.

Winter Skills Scotland

White Water Kayaking

Mountain skills Training courses Kerry Galway Cork Wicklow MCI BOS

Welcome to IrishAdventures Blog page

Mountain skills 1 Dates 2011
Sept 24 & 25 MS1 Kerry
Oct 15 & 16 MS1 Wicklow
Oct 22 & 23 MS1 Kerry
Nov 5 & 6 MS1 Galway
Nov 19 & 20 MS1 Wicklow
Nov 26 & 27 MS1 Kerry
Dec 10 & 11 MS1 Wicklow

Mountain skills 2 dates;
Want to brush up your skills, night navigation, steep ground, refresher.
Oct 1 & 2 MS2 Wicklow, Glendalough
Oct 8 & 9 MS2 Kerry
Nov 12 & 13 MS2 Kerry
Dec 3 & 4 MS2 Galway