Our last Talking Landscapes walk before the summer break is on Saturday 16 May at 12 noon. Led by Michael Sheedy, this is a walk through the Slieve Aughty Mountains, approached from Corrakyle in North East Clare. Under Michael’s expert guidance, we will walk up to Ard Aoibhinn (1200 ft), walk on to the Danes’ Den and The Fox Dens, get views that sweep from Kilrush to the Devils Bit in Tipperary, as well as taking in the beauty of Lough Derg. Michael will tell us stories of his native mountains along the way. We will look around us at 1,000 acres of open unplanted heath, and see what the landscape of the East Clare uplands looked like before today’s spruce plantations.
This walk is a good deal more challenging than our usual walks. Walk grade is moderate to tough, on open heathland, about 4 hours duration. A reasonable level of fitness is needed. Please read the description at the booking link carefully, along with the risk assessment. Good walking boots and weatherproof clothing must be worn. It is essential to bring drinks and a packed lunch.
Book your free place here.
About Talking Landscapes:
Cuimhneamh an Chláir has been gathering oral histories of Co. Clare since 2009. Those stories are strongly linked to place and to our sense of identity as Clare people. Now we invite you to walk through those places in the company of local people who will act as your guides. Look beneath the surface, learn the deep stories, connect with landscape. Walks take place 4 times a year, mostly in rural locations, but Clare towns feature too. They are free but must be booked in advance. Details and bookings here.