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CHALLENGE WALKS CALENDAR
| CHALLENGE WALKS 2012 | |
| Calendar 2012 | |
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Challenge Walks Calendar 2012 Club and Community Walks
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| SLIEVENAMUCK MARATHON 2012 | |
| 1st April 2012 | |
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Organised by the Galtee Walking Club Club. A walk that traverses a the beautiful Slievenamuck mountain ridge that wonderously gazes accross to the mighty Galtees. There is both a full and mini marathon on the day which covers road and track. |
| MAUMTURKS CHALLENGE | |
| 14th April 2012 | |
| Distance: 24 km. Total Ascent: 2,336m. | |
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The Maumturks Challenge Walk is one the strongest tests of endurance in the years calendar. It is for very experienced walkers only. The walk is organised by the NUIG Mountaineering Club, and takes place each Spring, usually during the month of April. It stretches from the foot of Corcogmore near Maam, all the way to Leenane over the length of the Maumturks. The route is known for rapidly changing weather and poor visibility so good navigation skills and appropriate equipment are absolutely essential. |
| KNOCKMEALDOWNS | |
| 14th April 2012 | |
| Distance: 30km. Total Ascent: 1,600m | |
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Organised by the Peaks Mountaineering Club. A walk that traverses a most beautiful mountain ridge that traces the County boundary of Tipperary and Waterford whilst looking down on "The Vee" and other great vistas. There are some changes this year to the "C" walk. |
| ACHILL WALKS FESTIVAL | |
| May 2012 | |
| Distances up to 10km and 4 hrs duration | |
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ACHILL WALKS FESTIVAL 2011 Organised by Achill Tourism the Achill Walks Festival takes place over the May Bank Holiday
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| BALLYHOURA MARATHON CHALLENGE | |
| May 2012 | |
| Distances up to 42 km | |
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This walk is as organised as part of the annual walking festival. 'A' Walk: Ballyhoura Marathon Challenge A challenging well marked circuit including steep short climbs, forest trails, farmland and magnificent views. The Festival includes the Marathon, designed especially for hillwalkers, half marathon and walks throughout the Ballyhoura and Galtee ranges, with a new events such as the Universal Access Walk(for people with disabilities) and a Geocache. |
| DONEGAL BLUESTACKS | |
| May 2012 | |
| Distances from 4 to 7 hrs. duration | |
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DONEGAL BLUESTACKS WALKING FESTIVAL 2011 Organised by the Bluestack Ramblers Walking Club this festival is based in Donegal Town and explores the wonderous Bluestack Mountains slightly inland. On the two given days there will be two seperate grades of walk |
| BLACKSTAIRS WALK | |
| Saturday 19th May 2012 | |
| Distance: 30.5 km. Total Ascent: 1,670m. | |
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The Blackstairs Walk is organised by the Wayfarers Association and this is their flagship event. It is a mountain walk along the Carlow Wexford Border following the Blackstairs ridge. The walk begins at Killanure off the R746 from Bunclody to Kiltealy and ends at Byrne’s Pub in Glynn. A certificate is awarded to all who participate in and/or complete the walk. |
| CLARE BURREN MARATHON CHALLENGE | |
| May 2012 | |
| Distances 6, 13.2 & 26.2miles. | |
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Organised by the Ballyvaughan Fanore Walking Club, this challenge has three variations of walk covering road, off-road and the lovely Burren in full bloom. |
| SPERRIN'S CHALLENGE WALK | |
| May 2012 | |
| Distance: 33km. Total Ascent: 1685m. | |
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Organised by The Mid-Ulster Walking Club. This Challenge Walk encompasses thirteen of the Sperrin's highest summits! |
| The GALTYS WALK (GUS TOBIN MEMORIAL WALK) | |
| Saturday 9th June 2012 | |
| Distance: 26 km. Total Ascent: 1,400m. | |
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Presented by the Tyndall MC and the Tullow MC - this is a fine walk traversing the Galtys and requiring a good level of fitness and navigational skills.Travelling from West to East, this is a substantial route on high ground so you should be adequately prepared and equipped. With six manned checkpoints, four of which are on hills, windy Galtymore will remove all cobwebs! |
| THE RING OF IMAAL 2012 | |
| June 2012 | |
| Distance: 38 km. Total Ascent: 1,800m. | |
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Held every second year - the Ring of Imaal “Long Walk” is organised by An Oige and is 22 miles long with a total ascent of 2000 metres (6,000 feet) approx. Taking an average of 8 hours to complete the walk starts at the National School in Donard. The walk requires a good level of fitness, although there are a number of possible “drop out” points. Walkers are required to lead themselves. |
| GALTEE CHALLENGE 2011 | |
| June 2012 | |
| Distance: 32 km. Total Ascent: 2,100m. | |
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Galtee Challenge 2011 Organised by the Galtee Walking Club and now in it's seventh year there is both a 'Challenge' and a 'Crossing' to the days walk which flows over the lovely Galty Mountain tops which gaze down on wonderous corries. |
| COMERAGH CROSSING | |
| July 2012 | |
| Distance: 30/40 km. Ascent: 1,150/2100m. | |
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A very popular walk in a lovely part of the country which has a number of variations to cater for walkers of differing abilities. This walk is also known as the Annual George Harney Memorial Walk & Challenge. It is organised by the Dungarvan Hillwalking Club. It starts in Clonmel and finishes in Dungarvan. |
| JOYCE COUNTRY CHALLENGE | |
| 21st July 2012 | |
| Distance: 30 km. Total Ascent: 1,936m. | |
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Organising Club : Lake District Hillwalking Club. A beautiful walk which takes the walker on a wonderous, delightful day consisting of mountain plateaus, arêtes, incredible views and a lovely “Lake Loop”. The day has an "A", "B", "C" and "D" walk |
| MOURNE SEVENS | |
| August 2012 | |
| Distance: 28 km. Total Ascent: 2,495m. | |
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The Mourne Seven Sevens Walk takes in amongst others the seven higher mountains of the Mourne Mountains. It allows walkers to choose their own routes, which for the most part will consist of summiting Slieve Donard 850m first and then either a clockwise or anti-clockwise route that will have one meeting ones counterparts going the opposite way later in the day. An “unsupported” walk but definitely a nice clean walk which for the most part follows well worn trails and stone tracks that in places trace the incredible Mourne Wall. This walk also has a race which attracts a huge fell-running fraternity whose speed at times has to be seen to be believed. |
| MARATHON WALK WESTERN WAY | |
| August 2012 | |
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Distance: 42 km. Total Ascent: 258m. (Half-marathon option available) |
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Organising Club : Galway Walking Club This delightful walk journeys along the Western Way on both road and track taking in the beautiful Killary Harbour and Máuméan Pass. A full day but with a gentle incline. |
| BURREN WALK | |
| August 2012 | |
| Distances: 14 km 25 km and 27km. | |
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Organisers: Burren Walking Club.
A combination of walks of 14km, 25km and 27km. The Burren walk is now being run by what was the Galway VHF Group/Galway Civil Defence and will, by tradition, be run every year on the last Saturday of August. Spectacular views across Galway Bay to Connemara and the Aran Islands feature on a lovely walk. |
| BURREN PEAKS WALKING FESTIVAL | |
| September 2012 | |
| WALKS FROM 4 - 8 hrs DURATION | |
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Organised by The Ballyvaughan Fanore Walking Club There is a choice of Grade A, B & C Guided walks which can enjoy this wonderfully rich limestone pavement...the land of the fertile rock with its precious and delicate terrain.. |
| CARLOW AUTUMN FESTIVAL | |
| October 2012 | |
| Distances from 7km to 20km. | |
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Including a combination of "A,B and C" walks on both days, there truely is something for all on this Walking Festival. Distances vary from 7km (taking an hour or two) to 20km (taking up to 8 hours) and include river walks, forest parks and mountain treks. |
| NORTHERN PARTNERSHIP WALKS 2012 | |
| Throughout 2012 | |
| Distances : 32km & 20km | |
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Organised by the Northern Walking Partnership. Multiple and varied range of walks for all levels of fitness. Enjoy spectacular scenery and views over unspoiled landscapes, open hillsides, marshy uplands, forest tracks and coastal paths in Northern Ireland. |
| ART O'NEILL CHALLENGE | |
| January 2013 | |
| Distance: 55 km. Total Ascent: 1,2500m. | |
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The Art O’Neill walk is unique. It starts at midnight outside Dublin Castle and passes through the Dublin suburbs before heading into the wild hills leading to Glenmalure. |
| LUG WALK 2013 | |
| June 2013 | |
| Distance: 51 km. Total Ascent: 2,590m. | |
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The Lug Walk usually takes place on a date as close to the longest day in the year as possible…. this is a long walk! Whilst the ascent within this walk is usually gradual, this is not the total of all pains as heavy bog, heavy mist and heavy hearts all play their part on a day that will always see some rain. The walk is however nicely divided into three parts, so if all else fails family and friends can help with re-supply. Water is provided at checkpoints which help to keep ones weight down. Held every consecutive year if the weather is good there will be wondrous views all day, if the weather is doubtful however, a long day’s intense navigation is sure to ensue. |
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................................................ PREVIOUS CHALLENGE AND OTHER WALKS OF INTEREST ................................................ |
| GLOVER / MUCKISH ERRIGAL | |
| LAST HELD September 2010 | |
| Distance: 21km. Total Ascent: 2020m. | |
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Starting at Muckish Mountain and ending at Errigal Mountain, this is always a tough day out - but wonderous vistas are to be had if the Hillwalker is fortunate enough. |
| TWELVE BENS | |
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LAST HELD June 2007 |
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| Distance: 28 km. Total Ascent: 2,530m. | |
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Last held in 2007 but in accordance with the wishes of Beanna Beola Walking Club this walk will not be held this year. |
| BOFIN SHARK CHALLENGE | |
| LAST HELD June 2008 | |
| Total Ascent: 100m. | |
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Last held in 2008, this walk began at Cleggan, Connemara with a boat departure to the enchanting islands of Inisbofin and Inishark. |
| CUILCAGH | |
| LAST HELD June 2006 | |
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The wanlinbar Development Association ANNUAL WALK TO CUILCAGH took place on Sunday 4th June 2006.Assembly was at Bellvalley Gap. Chldren were invited to participate with an accompanying adult. |
| MOUNTAIN RESCUE FUNDRAISING WALK |
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| LAST HELD July 2008 | |
| Distance: 30 km. Total Ascent: 1,400m. | |
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The Wayfarers are organising a series of walks in aid of the Dublin Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team and the Glen of Imaal Mountain Rescue Team. There will be a choice of 3 walks on the day, a short walk of approximately 20k and 6.5 hours duration, a medium walk of 21k and 7 hours duration and a long walk of 30k and approximately 9 hours duration. |
| BENBULBEN CHALLENGE | |
| LAST HELD in 2004 | |
| Distance: 35 km. Total Ascent: 1,500m. | |
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Always a beautiful neck of the woods, unfortunately this walk has not been run since 2004
Organising Club: Sligo Mountaineering Club. |
| HART WALK | |
| LAST HELD in 2008 | |
| Distance: 111 km (Road 75km - Mountain 36km). Total Ascent: 3,000m. | |
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The Hart Walk commemorates the first completion of this challenge by H.C. Hart (1847-1908) in 1886. The starting place is the site of the old Terenure tram station, opposite the RC church on Terenure Rd., East, Dublin, where Hart commenced his trek. We leave at 8pm. Finishing times will be in the region of 20 - 24 hours. For further information contact Tom Milligan at 086 0826857 or 01 2883312 |
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