March 2009

As I stood there at the old thorn tree I reconfirmed to myself the spiritual value of the open mountain, the running stream, the heather clad hillside. I thought about all those  with whom  I had hiked,  down the years,  in rain and wind, snow and sun. This is a sacred trust. So let us […]

Yesterday I did a 7.3 mile hike on the Keenagh Loop walk. Very enjoyable, boggy in a few places, but generally a fine walk. I had a moving average of 3.1 mph that was good. Took a few nice Pictures and include one in Gallery, it is an isolated thorn tree way up the valley […]

Bartra Beach  from the Summit of Croagh Patrick Looking down on Murrisk

Frodo where are you? The green way THROUGH THE WOODS

Yesterday Friday 6th March 2009  the Croagh patrick Heritage Trail was officially opened. It was a  special occasion for many who had striven to put this 55 kilometer hiking trail in place. I include some pictures in the Picture gallery that describe it better than words. Next weekend 14th 15th 16th March 2009 there is […]