Roscrea hikers raise huge sum for Offaly charity
The Hiking Club are visiting Portumna this week
A great spell of good weather recently has given Roscrea Trail Blazers the opportunity to enjoy the longer evenings and hike in their Summer gear.
Last Friday night was no exception with a smashing walk around the Kinnitty/Glinsk Castle Loop.
A very good turnout saw the group enjoying a great evening's walking. Well done to everyone that made the effort.
The Annual charity walk this year was held last weekend and 37 walkers turned out for a very worthy cause, in aid of the Offaly Branch of Alzheimer's Ireland.
The club walked from Cadamstown the 11km along the Silver River to Dan and Molly's at Ballyboy, followed by a BBQ, Music and Quiz.
Just under “€3,000 was raised on the day and more money to follow,” Roscrea Trailblazers said after the fundraiser.
“The day was made possible with the hard work of Martina Moran, Sandra Coady and family and as always, the support from all the staff at Dan and Molly’s in Ballyboy.
“Well done to everyone that helped on the day and made donations and supplied spot prizes,” the Club said.
This Friday night June 26th they have the Portumna Forest Loop. Distance: 8km, Grade: Easy/Moderate walking, Time: two hours. Meeting at The Portumna Golf Club Carpark at 7pm.
They would encourage anyone thinking of taking up hiking for better health or as a way to destress to please make contact with the number below.
To join the group and to see what the club has to offer please follow the contact details below.
If you would like to join them on any of their night walks or weekends away, you can contact Cathal on (086) 3399 193 and receive updates through WhatsApp. You will be made feel very welcome.