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May 15th- 17th Wicklow
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May 15th- 17th Wicklow
Mountain Skills 1 and camp weekend

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I’m so excited to be speaking at Impact Players 2026 on 12th May at ICC Belfast

🎤 This is the leadership conference for ambitious women, where the winning mindset of sport, takes your career to another level.

A full day of inspiration, big conversations, unforgettable energy, and a community that lifts you higher.
Last year, attendees said:
✨ “The best conference I’ve ever attended.”
✨ “Fun, energetic, yet empathetic and thought-provoking.”
✨ “I’m not going to be the same person after this.”
👉 Early bird tickets are on sale now – but the ticket prices increase at midnight on 1st
October. Don’t wait!

🎟 Get your ticket here: https://impact.rebootandreturn.com/
Link in bio

I can’t wait to share my story on stage alongside Olympians, CEOs, and game changers…and I’d love to see you there.

#ImpactPlayers26
#WeAreImpactPlayers
#Stridewithjen

I’m so excited to be speaking at Impact Players 2026 on 12th May at ICC Belfast

🎤 This is the leadership conference for ambitious women, where the winning mindset of sport, takes your career to another level.

A full day of inspiration, big conversations, unforgettable energy, and a community that lifts you higher.
Last year, attendees said:
✨ “The best conference I’ve ever attended.”
✨ “Fun, energetic, yet empathetic and thought-provoking.”
✨ “I’m not going to be the same person after this.”
👉 Early bird tickets are on sale now – but the ticket prices increase at midnight on 1st
October. Don’t wait!

🎟 Get your ticket here: https://impact.rebootandreturn.com/
Link in bio

I can’t wait to share my story on stage alongside Olympians, CEOs, and game changers…and I’d love to see you there.

#ImpactPlayers26
#WeAreImpactPlayers
#Stridewithjen

What's not to love ❤️ on our MS1 & camp weekends in beautiful Co. Wicklow.

🧭⛰️ learn to navigate in the Irish hills and be confident in your skills to go explore.

🏕 experience camping in one Ireland's most beautiful settings, capture sunrise and star gaze at night.

🥖🍔🥘 our fully catered weekends allow you sit back, relax and soak up your surroundings, laugh, chat and make new friends with like minded individuals whilst toasting marshmallows on an open campfire.

Last of our MS2 courses running this weekend Sept 20&21 Wicklow
Link in bio - don't miss out. Book Today.

Are you tempted??? What are you waiting for

What's not to love ❤️ on our MS1 & camp weekends in beautiful Co. Wicklow.

🧭⛰️ learn to navigate in the Irish hills and be confident in your skills to go explore.

🏕 experience camping in one Ireland's most beautiful settings, capture sunrise and star gaze at night.

🥖🍔🥘 our fully catered weekends allow you sit back, relax and soak up your surroundings, laugh, chat and make new friends with like minded individuals whilst toasting marshmallows on an open campfire.

Last of our MS2 courses running this weekend Sept 20&21 Wicklow
Link in bio - don't miss out. Book Today.

Are you tempted??? What are you waiting for

Mountain Skill 🧭 & Camp 🏕 weekends

MS1 & Camp Sept 12 -14th Wicklow

MS 2 & Wild Camp 20 - 21st Wicklow

A weekend of adventure, learning, and unforgettable moments in the wilds of nature ⛰️🌿.

This is YOUR adventure, are you ready?

DM for more info or
Link in bio 🔗 www.strideireland.ie

Mountain Skill 🧭 & Camp 🏕 weekends

MS1 & Camp Sept 12 -14th Wicklow

MS 2 & Wild Camp 20 - 21st Wicklow

A weekend of adventure, learning, and unforgettable moments in the wilds of nature ⛰️🌿.

This is YOUR adventure, are you ready?

DM for more info or
Link in bio 🔗 www.strideireland.ie

Words can often fall short in conveying what an amazing experience and privilege it was to be part of this journey of a lifetime.....superb footage 🎬 capturing the essence of what 26Mts2Mayo was all about.

🤩 Incredible team
💶 Incredible fundraising €1.5 MILLION
🌼 Incredible charity

Positively impacting the lives of children's affected by cancer across the Island of Ireland.

Stride are Incredibly proud to have provided logistics and Mountain Leader expertise on this amazing Challange across Ireland 🇮🇪
32 counties
26 summits
9 days
187km hiked
11,000m climbed
2,763 km driven

#cancerfundforchildren
#26mts2mayo
#26summits
#StrideIreland

Words can often fall short in conveying what an amazing experience and privilege it was to be part of this journey of a lifetime.....superb footage 🎬 capturing the essence of what 26Mts2Mayo was all about.

🤩 Incredible team
💶 Incredible fundraising €1.5 MILLION
🌼 Incredible charity

Positively impacting the lives of children's affected by cancer across the Island of Ireland.

Stride are Incredibly proud to have provided logistics and Mountain Leader expertise on this amazing Challange across Ireland 🇮🇪
32 counties
26 summits
9 days
187km hiked
11,000m climbed
2,763 km driven

#cancerfundforchildren
#26mts2mayo
#26summits
#StrideIreland

#cancerfundforchildren

#cancerfundforchildren

26Mts2Mayo Day 2 &.3
✅️ Donard ⛰️
✅️ Foye ⛰️
✅️ Guillion ⛰️
✅️ Beagh East Top ⛰️
✅️ Cuilcagh ⛰️
✅️ Truskmore ⛰️

Epic team on an epic challenge with an epic fundraising amount of €1 million raised for Cancer Fund for Children.

26Mts2Mayo Day 2 &.3
✅️ Donard ⛰️
✅️ Foye ⛰️
✅️ Guillion ⛰️
✅️ Beagh East Top ⛰️
✅️ Cuilcagh ⛰️
✅️ Truskmore ⛰️

Epic team on an epic challenge with an epic fundraising amount of €1 million raised for Cancer Fund for Children.

A day of very mixed emotions, Shay, Noel and I climbed and stood upon the top of the world, Mount Everest, 8849m. A dream fulfilled, the ordinary achieving the extraordinary.

Shay your laugh was infectious and your smile would brighten up the world wherever you roamed. Keep shining bright, your adventurous spirit lives on in our hearts and minds ♥️.

Life is a journey and I was very guarded about my experiences on Everest. Returning to Nepal to EBC was cathartic and 6 years later when the time felt right for me, being interviewed for 'Why the mountains?' podcast has allowed me share our journey to the top of the world.

Take a listen part 1

https://open.spotify.com/episode/32hSEjWbpLlPDodrYSBDWL?si=g1SWvtDIQcy0MGYUnDO_Wg

Part 2

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4fjaRYyXNkrLbmHPsGGu9Z?si=tFySFp99QC2HxGZ_ToVdhw

A day of very mixed emotions, Shay, Noel and I climbed and stood upon the top of the world, Mount Everest, 8849m. A dream fulfilled, the ordinary achieving the extraordinary.

Shay your laugh was infectious and your smile would brighten up the world wherever you roamed. Keep shining bright, your adventurous spirit lives on in our hearts and minds ♥️.

Life is a journey and I was very guarded about my experiences on Everest. Returning to Nepal to EBC was cathartic and 6 years later when the time felt right for me, being interviewed for 'Why the mountains?' podcast has allowed me share our journey to the top of the world.

Take a listen part 1

https://open.spotify.com/episode/32hSEjWbpLlPDodrYSBDWL?si=g1SWvtDIQcy0MGYUnDO_Wg

Part 2

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4fjaRYyXNkrLbmHPsGGu9Z?si=tFySFp99QC2HxGZ_ToVdhw

Congratulations 🎊 to Niall Cribbin from Kroll, whom brought together a wonderful gathering of family and friends to support two fantastic charities Focus Ireland & Basis Point. Niall is undertaking Peak Lenin in Tajikistan 🗻🧗‍♂️ in June. He is well on target to reach his ambitious fundraising target of €50,000.

Plenty of time still to support these charities reach their goal. Go on... get in behind them😉 give a little (or a lot) today.

#StrideIreland #FocusIreland #basispoint #peaklenin

Congratulations 🎊 to Niall Cribbin from Kroll, whom brought together a wonderful gathering of family and friends to support two fantastic charities Focus Ireland & Basis Point. Niall is undertaking Peak Lenin in Tajikistan 🗻🧗‍♂️ in June. He is well on target to reach his ambitious fundraising target of €50,000.

Plenty of time still to support these charities reach their goal. Go on... get in behind them😉 give a little (or a lot) today.

#StrideIreland #FocusIreland #basispoint #peaklenin

Such a great weekend with these amazing people preparing to climb the higest peak in every county in Ireland in 9 days. They are on target to raise over a million euros for Caner Fund for Children. The challenge takes place in June 2025.

We are really proud to be guiding this group on their adventure!

You can get all the details on their website www.26m2m.com.
Donations can be made via www.cancerfundforchildren.com

#26peaksofireland#cancerfundforchildren

#hellyhansen

Such a great weekend with these amazing people preparing to climb the higest peak in every county in Ireland in 9 days. They are on target to raise over a million euros for Caner Fund for Children. The challenge takes place in June 2025.

We are really proud to be guiding this group on their adventure!

You can get all the details on their website www.26m2m.com.
Donations can be made via www.cancerfundforchildren.com

#26peaksofireland#cancerfundforchildren

#hellyhansen

So proud to be nominated for Best Outdoor Escape/ Provider at this year's Oustider Awards.

Have your vote and be inspired by some the most inspirational adventurers in Ireland this year.

Voting closes 10pm 25th February

#outsiderawards2025
#adventure
#bestoutdoorescape/provider

So proud to be nominated for Best Outdoor Escape/ Provider at this year's Oustider Awards.

Have your vote and be inspired by some the most inspirational adventurers in Ireland this year.

Voting closes 10pm 25th February

#outsiderawards2025
#adventure
#bestoutdoorescape/provider

Spring is here...why not refresh those skills and boost your confidence for your summer adventures ⛰️👣

🌌🧭 Sat 1st March
Masterclass in night navigation - get to grips and gain confidence in the hills in darkness, a great way to prepare to be able to navigate on low visibility days. Whether it's your 1st night nav out or you preparing for your Mountain Skills Assessment or Summer Mountain Leader Assessment...join us to master those skills.

🌄🧭 Sun 2nd March
Novice/Improvers Navigation - are you new to Navigation? why not dip your toe in and get a taste of navigating your own path out on the hills. Or maybe you wish to refresh your skills; this is a great 1 day course to practice your skills and boost your confidence out on the hills.

Don't miss out
Book today⬇️
https://www.strideireland.ie/book-online?category=13102a61-fe10-4621-83a6-560b86efcb31&page=

Spring is here...why not refresh those skills and boost your confidence for your summer adventures ⛰️👣

🌌🧭 Sat 1st March
Masterclass in night navigation - get to grips and gain confidence in the hills in darkness, a great way to prepare to be able to navigate on low visibility days. Whether it's your 1st night nav out or you preparing for your Mountain Skills Assessment or Summer Mountain Leader Assessment...join us to master those skills.

🌄🧭 Sun 2nd March
Novice/Improvers Navigation - are you new to Navigation? why not dip your toe in and get a taste of navigating your own path out on the hills. Or maybe you wish to refresh your skills; this is a great 1 day course to practice your skills and boost your confidence out on the hills.

Don't miss out
Book today⬇️
https://www.strideireland.ie/book-online?category=13102a61-fe10-4621-83a6-560b86efcb31&page=

Mountain Skills 2 and Wild Camping Weekend
Stride and Galz Gone Wild
A weekend of adventure, learning and unforgettable moments in the wild!
www.strideireland.ie for more details

#GalzGoneWild #mountainskills #adventure #hikingadventures

Mountain Skills 2 and Wild Camping Weekend
Stride and Galz Gone Wild
A weekend of adventure, learning and unforgettable moments in the wild!
www.strideireland.ie for more details

#GalzGoneWild #mountainskills #adventure #hikingadventures

What are you waiting for...start your own adventure with Stride.

⛰️ Mountain Skills 1 & 2 camp weekends

Immerse yourself in all things navigation for a weekend with like minded individuals. Rest a while, share stories, laugh and eat around the campfire. Nestle down to sleep under the stars, camping in the great outdoors. A truly unique experience whilst discovering the skills of self proficiency in the Irish Hills.

🏔 Adventure Travel Preparation & Guided hikes

Are you lucky enough to have an adventure travel holiday with multi day hiking upcoming? Or maybe you're contemplating one but unsure if you'll be able for the altiude, distance, or terrain? Why not join Lou and Jen for a day off the beaten track, where you can soak up all their expedition experiences. Garner advice about how to be best prepared to enjoy and make the most of your trip of a lifetime, whilst enjoying a truly memorable day out in the hills.

🧭 Masterclass in night navigation

Are you completely new to navigating in the dark or have some skills but wish to fine tune for your upcoming MSA or ML Assessment. We tailor the masterclass to suit your needs and capabilities. Empowering self confidence in your skill set to step out in the dark to be able to discover new sunrise or full moon hikes.

What are you waiting for...start your own adventure with Stride.

⛰️ Mountain Skills 1 & 2 camp weekends

Immerse yourself in all things navigation for a weekend with like minded individuals. Rest a while, share stories, laugh and eat around the campfire. Nestle down to sleep under the stars, camping in the great outdoors. A truly unique experience whilst discovering the skills of self proficiency in the Irish Hills.

🏔 Adventure Travel Preparation & Guided hikes

Are you lucky enough to have an adventure travel holiday with multi day hiking upcoming? Or maybe you're contemplating one but unsure if you'll be able for the altiude, distance, or terrain? Why not join Lou and Jen for a day off the beaten track, where you can soak up all their expedition experiences. Garner advice about how to be best prepared to enjoy and make the most of your trip of a lifetime, whilst enjoying a truly memorable day out in the hills.

🧭 Masterclass in night navigation

Are you completely new to navigating in the dark or have some skills but wish to fine tune for your upcoming MSA or ML Assessment. We tailor the masterclass to suit your needs and capabilities. Empowering self confidence in your skill set to step out in the dark to be able to discover new sunrise or full moon hikes.

Delighted to get our winter supply of Helly Hansen kit. We are so impressed with the functionality and comfort of their trekking and hiking clothing.
Can't wait to out into some challenging elements with this kit!

Delighted to get our winter supply of Helly Hansen kit. We are so impressed with the functionality and comfort of their trekking and hiking clothing.
Can't wait to out into some challenging elements with this kit!

What a great evening of winter top tips and tricks. Weather, kit, shelter and navigation from day into night. Fantastic bunch of people. Fund raiser for Glen of Imaal mountain rescue.

#mountain navigation #winter skills #outsider

What a great evening of winter top tips and tricks. Weather, kit, shelter and navigation from day into night. Fantastic bunch of people. Fund raiser for Glen of Imaal mountain rescue.

#mountain navigation #winter skills #outsider

A picture tells a 1000s words.....

Planning an Adventure for 2025?

Join us on our Guided Adventure Travel prpearation hikes. Meet like minded people and gain all the expedition insights, tips and tricks to be best prepared for your trip of a lifetime.

📍Next hike:
This Sunday November 17th 9.30am
BOOK Now
www.strideireland.ie

#guidedhike
#adventuretravelprep
#dreambigclimbhigh

A picture tells a 1000s words.....

Planning an Adventure for 2025?

Join us on our Guided Adventure Travel prpearation hikes. Meet like minded people and gain all the expedition insights, tips and tricks to be best prepared for your trip of a lifetime.

📍Next hike:
This Sunday November 17th 9.30am
BOOK Now
www.strideireland.ie

#guidedhike
#adventuretravelprep
#dreambigclimbhigh

Great day in the hills today on our navigation course.
While everyone down at sea level was in sunshine, we were hit with some fun Autumn weather!

#mountainskills #mountain navigation #adventuretravel #hillwalkingireland

Great day in the hills today on our navigation course.
While everyone down at sea level was in sunshine, we were hit with some fun Autumn weather!

#mountainskills #mountain navigation #adventuretravel #hillwalkingireland

Is this course for me🤔?

📍YES, if you are completely new to mountain navigation and you would like to get your bearings with a map and compass.

📍YES, if you have some mountain skills knowledge, but it's been a while since you got out and practised. Refresh, practise, and boost your confidence.

With Lou & Jen, MTBI course providers.

Book today...and never feel lost again 🧭
www.strideireland.ie

#mountainskills
#MTBI
#findyourstride

Is this course for me🤔?

📍YES, if you are completely new to mountain navigation and you would like to get your bearings with a map and compass.

📍YES, if you have some mountain skills knowledge, but it's been a while since you got out and practised. Refresh, practise, and boost your confidence.

With Lou & Jen, MTBI course providers.

Book today...and never feel lost again 🧭
www.strideireland.ie

#mountainskills
#MTBI
#findyourstride

What is the best way to prepare for your trekking adventure?
Yes, you guessed it, get out trekking and hill walking.

Book onto one of our guided walks.
* Planned routes
* Professional guides who also guide international trekking expeditions
* Travel advice
* Equipment choice
* Meet other adventure trekkers

Book online
www.strideireland.ie

#adventuretravel #guidedwalks #Kilimanjaro #everestbasecamp

What is the best way to prepare for your trekking adventure?
Yes, you guessed it, get out trekking and hill walking.

Book onto one of our guided walks.
* Planned routes
* Professional guides who also guide international trekking expeditions
* Travel advice
* Equipment choice
* Meet other adventure trekkers

Book online
www.strideireland.ie

#adventuretravel #guidedwalks #Kilimanjaro #everestbasecamp

Feel the independence!
Join us on an evening course. 7.00pm until 10.30pm in Wicklow.
Full details on www.strideireland.ie
A great evening and adventure.
Route finding, compass, pacing, relocation, timing, navigation techniques and map interpretation.

#mountainskills #nightnavigation #Wicklowmountains

Feel the independence!
Join us on an evening course. 7.00pm until 10.30pm in Wicklow.
Full details on www.strideireland.ie
A great evening and adventure.
Route finding, compass, pacing, relocation, timing, navigation techniques and map interpretation.

#mountainskills #nightnavigation #Wicklowmountains

Stride Navigation Courses
1 Day courses - Oct 12th
Night Navigation workshops - Sept 13th, Oct 11th

These courses are suitable for beginners to improvers. Whether you are preparing for an assessment, navigating for races or just want to explore and adventure around the hills, these are for you.

You will learn map skills, contour interpretation, relocation, compass, distances, route choice, emergency procedures, route planning/choice, weather and use of navigation apps.

Book online @www.strideireland.ie

#mountainskills #Navigation #nightnavigation #trekking #hiking #Wicklowmountains

Stride Navigation Courses
1 Day courses - Oct 12th
Night Navigation workshops - Sept 13th, Oct 11th

These courses are suitable for beginners to improvers. Whether you are preparing for an assessment, navigating for races or just want to explore and adventure around the hills, these are for you.

You will learn map skills, contour interpretation, relocation, compass, distances, route choice, emergency procedures, route planning/choice, weather and use of navigation apps.

Book online @www.strideireland.ie

#mountainskills #Navigation #nightnavigation #trekking #hiking #Wicklowmountains

We've something for everyone wishing to enjoy the Irish mountains and explore more!

*Join us tomorrow Sunday August 18th for a challenging hike up Lugnaquilla, ideal for anyone wishing to advance their Adventure Travel stamina and fitness; or maybe it has been on your wish list to hike the highest point in Leinster 925m.

*Why not make the most of the longer summer evenings in August, join us on our Outsider hikes Wednesday evenings...you won't regret it, exhale in nature and let it work it's magic ✨️ ....when you know, you know!

*Are you seeking to become personally proficient in your naviagtional skills....check out our upcoming courses to refresh your mountain skills and hone your night naviagtion proficiency under exceptional guidance and instructors, Lou & Jen.

#mountain skills
#Adventure Travel Preparation Hikes
#Lugnaquilla
#Outsider

We've something for everyone wishing to enjoy the Irish mountains and explore more!

*Join us tomorrow Sunday August 18th for a challenging hike up Lugnaquilla, ideal for anyone wishing to advance their Adventure Travel stamina and fitness; or maybe it has been on your wish list to hike the highest point in Leinster 925m.

*Why not make the most of the longer summer evenings in August, join us on our Outsider hikes Wednesday evenings...you won't regret it, exhale in nature and let it work it's magic ✨️ ....when you know, you know!

*Are you seeking to become personally proficient in your naviagtional skills....check out our upcoming courses to refresh your mountain skills and hone your night naviagtion proficiency under exceptional guidance and instructors, Lou & Jen.

#mountain skills
#Adventure Travel Preparation Hikes
#Lugnaquilla
#Outsider

Great memories from last week. Hiking part of the GR5 in the French Alps!

#adventuretravel #gr5 #hautealps #hikingadventures

Great memories from last week. Hiking part of the GR5 in the French Alps!

#adventuretravel #gr5 #hautealps #hikingadventures

Guided Adventure Travel Preparation Hikes

What a fab route....off the beaten track....⚠️peat hags and bogs to negotiate!! so ensure you've looked at the weather (if it's been wet wet🌧 in recent weeks it is likely to be very undesirable under foot).

Taking in:
⛰️ Carrigvore 682m
⛰️ Gravale 719m
⛰️ Duff Hill 721m
⛰️ Mullaghcleevaun East Top 795m

This is a challenging enough route due to the terrain and you gain and lose height multiple times, perfect training for those who wish to build their mountain endurance legs and mindset....resilence!!

If your planning on travelling to Nepal to Everest Base Camp, it's a 13day challenge of gaining and losing height through the valleys😅. Ideal for climbing high, sleeping low, as you acclimatise.

Join us on our next guided Adventure Travel preparation hike July 6th on Tonlagee, taking in the iconic ❤️ shape lake.

Book today ⬇️
www.strideireland.ie

#adventuretravel
#hiking
#findyourstride

Guided Adventure Travel Preparation Hikes

What a fab route....off the beaten track....⚠️peat hags and bogs to negotiate!! so ensure you've looked at the weather (if it's been wet wet🌧 in recent weeks it is likely to be very undesirable under foot).

Taking in:
⛰️ Carrigvore 682m
⛰️ Gravale 719m
⛰️ Duff Hill 721m
⛰️ Mullaghcleevaun East Top 795m

This is a challenging enough route due to the terrain and you gain and lose height multiple times, perfect training for those who wish to build their mountain endurance legs and mindset....resilence!!

If your planning on travelling to Nepal to Everest Base Camp, it's a 13day challenge of gaining and losing height through the valleys😅. Ideal for climbing high, sleeping low, as you acclimatise.

Join us on our next guided Adventure Travel preparation hike July 6th on Tonlagee, taking in the iconic ❤️ shape lake.

Book today ⬇️
www.strideireland.ie

#adventuretravel
#hiking
#findyourstride

June Giveway - yes just a pure Giveaway....

Book 1 place Get 1 Place Free on our June 15th Expedition Travel Preparation hike - Guided Hike Scarr (5-6hrs).

PROMO code:
FATHERSDAY2024

Are you seeking to get the training in for an upcoming travel hike?

Maybe you are just thinking about it but are unsure if you'd be up for the challange?

Have you always wanted to stand upon Scarrs summit and enjoy the mountain perspective on a new route?

Then this is a hike for you, bring a friend for absolutely Free when you book 1 place.

What a perfect Father's Day gift 🎁

Book today ⬇️
www.strideireland.ie

#adventuretravel #guidedhike #tonlagee #giveaway

June Giveway - yes just a pure Giveaway....

Book 1 place Get 1 Place Free on our June 15th Expedition Travel Preparation hike - Guided Hike Scarr (5-6hrs).

PROMO code:
FATHERSDAY2024

Are you seeking to get the training in for an upcoming travel hike?

Maybe you are just thinking about it but are unsure if you'd be up for the challange?

Have you always wanted to stand upon Scarrs summit and enjoy the mountain perspective on a new route?

Then this is a hike for you, bring a friend for absolutely Free when you book 1 place.

What a perfect Father's Day gift 🎁

Book today ⬇️
www.strideireland.ie

#adventuretravel #guidedhike #tonlagee #giveaway

The distance between Dreaming and Reality is called ACTION!!

Join us for:

ADVENTURE TRAVEL PREPARATION HIKES

Are you ready to get trekking fit, strong, and fully prepared for your upcoming adventure?

Get out in the hills with experienced expedition leaders and transform your fitness, strength, and stamina. Lou & Jen have lots of tips and advice for successful holiday experiences.

The perfect solution to get you ready for your journey of a lifetime.

NAVIGATION

Have you always wanted to know how to navigate and be self-reliant in the hills? Or maybe it's been a while since you've done your navigation skills course, and things are a little rusty??

Whether you are new to navigation or seeking to refresh the navigational skills, we've got you covered. Be mentored by the best and build your navigational confidence one step at a time.

BOOK NOW ⬇️
www.strideireland.ie

#stride
#mountainskills
#adventuretravel

The distance between Dreaming and Reality is called ACTION!!

Join us for:

ADVENTURE TRAVEL PREPARATION HIKES

Are you ready to get trekking fit, strong, and fully prepared for your upcoming adventure?

Get out in the hills with experienced expedition leaders and transform your fitness, strength, and stamina. Lou & Jen have lots of tips and advice for successful holiday experiences.

The perfect solution to get you ready for your journey of a lifetime.

NAVIGATION

Have you always wanted to know how to navigate and be self-reliant in the hills? Or maybe it's been a while since you've done your navigation skills course, and things are a little rusty??

Whether you are new to navigation or seeking to refresh the navigational skills, we've got you covered. Be mentored by the best and build your navigational confidence one step at a time.

BOOK NOW ⬇️
www.strideireland.ie

#stride
#mountainskills
#adventuretravel

This photo is a special one.
My sister joined me on one of my climbs up Kilimanjaro.
It's taken at sunset at Shira camp. The two of us watch the beauty of the mountain. 😍😍

#Kilimanjaro
#adventuretravel
#earthsedge

This photo is a special one.
My sister joined me on one of my climbs up Kilimanjaro.
It's taken at sunset at Shira camp. The two of us watch the beauty of the mountain. 😍😍

#Kilimanjaro
#adventuretravel
#earthsedge

Boots what are your thoughts?
Leather or Textile Goretex

I loved my old pair of Salomon Quest 4 GTX boots. I've had them over 5 years and have looked after them, and in turn, they have looked after me.

I popped into the great outdoors recently and was delighted to see they have salomon in stock, along with a wide range of other boots, trail shoes and summer sandals.

Check them out
@greatoutdoors76
@salomon

#hikingboots
#hiking
#bootsweremadeforwalking

Boots what are your thoughts?
Leather or Textile Goretex

I loved my old pair of Salomon Quest 4 GTX boots. I've had them over 5 years and have looked after them, and in turn, they have looked after me.

I popped into the great outdoors recently and was delighted to see they have salomon in stock, along with a wide range of other boots, trail shoes and summer sandals.

Check them out
@greatoutdoors76
@salomon

#hikingboots
#hiking
#bootsweremadeforwalking

Stop your headtorch getting knocked on by accident. Flip the middle battery...!!!! Simple ⛺️😛

#headtorch
#nightnavigation
#mountainskills
#camping

Stop your headtorch getting knocked on by accident. Flip the middle battery...!!!! Simple ⛺️😛

#headtorch
#nightnavigation
#mountainskills
#camping

What to expect on a Stride Adventure Travel preparation walk.
Your guides are all expedition leaders who have travelled all around the world, including Kilimanjaro, Everest Base Camp, Mount Kenya, and Peru. You will walk a fantastic route through the Wicklow mountains while learning all about equipment, altitude, moving on different terrain and meeting great people. All the time to chat and ask questions!

Check out our website for a full list of dates.
The first one is coming up soon. Saturday 25th of May.

#Kilimanjaro
#everestbasecamp
#Peru
#adventuretravel
#expeditiontravel

What to expect on a Stride Adventure Travel preparation walk.
Your guides are all expedition leaders who have travelled all around the world, including Kilimanjaro, Everest Base Camp, Mount Kenya, and Peru. You will walk a fantastic route through the Wicklow mountains while learning all about equipment, altitude, moving on different terrain and meeting great people. All the time to chat and ask questions!

Check out our website for a full list of dates.
The first one is coming up soon. Saturday 25th of May.

#Kilimanjaro
#everestbasecamp
#Peru
#adventuretravel
#expeditiontravel

Today 5 years ago, Shay Lawless🇮🇪, Noel Hanna🇮🇪, Saray Khumalo🇸🇸 and Myself 🇮🇪 along with Dandu🇳🇵 my sherpa and Temba🇳🇵, stood on top of the world, Mount Everest, 8848m.

A lifetime of goals and dreams realised, daring to dream.

#summitpush
#daretodream
#8848m

Today 5 years ago, Shay Lawless🇮🇪, Noel Hanna🇮🇪, Saray Khumalo🇸🇸 and Myself 🇮🇪 along with Dandu🇳🇵 my sherpa and Temba🇳🇵, stood on top of the world, Mount Everest, 8848m.

A lifetime of goals and dreams realised, daring to dream.

#summitpush
#daretodream
#8848m

5 years ago....sitting in camp 2 @6400m at the foot of the Lhoste Face. I reflect on what my journey thus far has been like. As you can hear my speech is slow, difficulty getting the words out as a result of the thin air and I'm dehydrated (lips dry) after completing our Acclimatisation rotations.

We will descend through the Khumbu icefall back to EBC where we will rest, recover, refuel and await the weather window.

The weather window is usually on average for two weeks from mid to the end of May. It is when the jet stream winds drop that will allow for climbers to somewhat safely attempt heading into the death zone above 7900m and go for summit @8848m.

The amazing rope fixing team have fixed up to camp 3. Patience is a virtue for all, as the rope fixing team need to fix up to camp 4 to allow for the teams of Sherpa to set up camp and onto the summit. All eyes will be on the weather.

For now we are very happy at how we have acclimatised.

#Everestreflection
#topoftheworld
#daretodream

5 years ago....sitting in camp 2 @6400m at the foot of the Lhoste Face. I reflect on what my journey thus far has been like. As you can hear my speech is slow, difficulty getting the words out as a result of the thin air and I'm dehydrated (lips dry) after completing our Acclimatisation rotations.

We will descend through the Khumbu icefall back to EBC where we will rest, recover, refuel and await the weather window.

The weather window is usually on average for two weeks from mid to the end of May. It is when the jet stream winds drop that will allow for climbers to somewhat safely attempt heading into the death zone above 7900m and go for summit @8848m.

The amazing rope fixing team have fixed up to camp 3. Patience is a virtue for all, as the rope fixing team need to fix up to camp 4 to allow for the teams of Sherpa to set up camp and onto the summit. All eyes will be on the weather.

For now we are very happy at how we have acclimatised.

#Everestreflection
#topoftheworld
#daretodream

5 years ago...we acclimatised from camp 2 upto camp 3, @7200m. The highest point we would go to before retreating to base camp to rest, recover, and await our summit push weather window.

Enjoy a glimpse into the steepness of the Lhoste Face, a wall of vertical blue ice. Our first views of the Geneva Spur as it crosses over to the South Col, camp 4....looks as if it's within touching distance....looks can be VERY deceiving (as I would soon found out on summit push).

Fabulous to reminisce in the joy and pure excitement to be living and breathing life on Everest.

#Everestjourney2019
#topoftheworld
#8000m

5 years ago...we acclimatised from camp 2 upto camp 3, @7200m. The highest point we would go to before retreating to base camp to rest, recover, and await our summit push weather window.

Enjoy a glimpse into the steepness of the Lhoste Face, a wall of vertical blue ice. Our first views of the Geneva Spur as it crosses over to the South Col, camp 4....looks as if it's within touching distance....looks can be VERY deceiving (as I would soon found out on summit push).

Fabulous to reminisce in the joy and pure excitement to be living and breathing life on Everest.

#Everestjourney2019
#topoftheworld
#8000m

www.strideireland.ie has our full range of navigation courses from introductory to progressive.

Learn the skills we use every day on the mountains. Stride courses cover navigation with a map & compass and realistic app use. Become a capable, strong and safe navigator.
Choose your own paths of discovery.

Upcoming courses:
May 26th
July 28th
Aug 24th

#mountainskills
#mountainnavigation
#hillwalkingwicklow
#mapand compass
#hikingwicklowmountains

www.strideireland.ie has our full range of navigation courses from introductory to progressive.

Learn the skills we use every day on the mountains. Stride courses cover navigation with a map & compass and realistic app use. Become a capable, strong and safe navigator.
Choose your own paths of discovery.

Upcoming courses:
May 26th
July 28th
Aug 24th

#mountainskills
#mountainnavigation
#hillwalkingwicklow
#mapand compass
#hikingwicklowmountains

Monthly Giveaway.
To celebrate the launch of our Adventure Travel preparation walks, we are giving away a set of Dry Bags.
Who doesn't love a Dry Bag?!😂

To enter:
🔖tag your adventure friends - one per comment
❤️ like this post
➡️ follow

Entries open until 16th May @ 6.00 pm
The winner announced 18th May

Full list of walks www.stride.ie/adventure or see 📌
post.

#giveaway
#traveladventure
#expeddrybags

Monthly Giveaway.
To celebrate the launch of our Adventure Travel preparation walks, we are giving away a set of Dry Bags.
Who doesn't love a Dry Bag?!😂

To enter:
🔖tag your adventure friends - one per comment
❤️ like this post
➡️ follow

Entries open until 16th May @ 6.00 pm
The winner announced 18th May

Full list of walks www.stride.ie/adventure or see 📌
post.

#giveaway
#traveladventure
#expeddrybags

Check out our series of guided hikes designed to prepare you for your trekking adventure.

🔗 https://www.strideireland.ie/book-online

The walks are led by experienced expedition leaders and adventure travel experts who will answer your questions, prepare you for life on the trail, and pass on top tips and tricks.
Be mentally and physically ready for your trip of a lifetime.

What are you waiting for!
Share this with your travel buddies.

#adventure travel
#trekking
#camino
#kilimanjaro
#everestbasecamp

Check out our series of guided hikes designed to prepare you for your trekking adventure.

🔗 https://www.strideireland.ie/book-online

The walks are led by experienced expedition leaders and adventure travel experts who will answer your questions, prepare you for life on the trail, and pass on top tips and tricks.
Be mentally and physically ready for your trip of a lifetime.

What are you waiting for!
Share this with your travel buddies.

#adventure travel
#trekking
#camino
#kilimanjaro
#everestbasecamp

5 years ago, Shay and I ventured through the Khumba Icefall, whilst renowned for being one of the most dangerous sections on the South Side of Everest, it is also one of the most fun. A playground for grown ups....or maybe grown ups who never grew up🤔!!!

Enjoy a glimpse into the next part of our acclimatisation rotation, from Camp 1 @6000m up to Camp 2 @6400m. Known as the Western Cwn or valley of silence.

You are surrounded by the peaks of Nuptse, Lhoste and Everest, you can only be blown away by the ice wall in the distance known as the Lhoste Face. It's everything and more than I could have ever imagined and soaked up in all the adventure books previously read. Pinching myself, it's surreal to be here 🤩.

Camp 1 to Camp 2, whilst it doesn't have much height gain, just 400m. It's about a 8km trek in, but first you must negotiate about 12 open crevasses. Not some ones that you step over on a ladder, no these one's you drop down into the bowels of them and climb back out. It's an exhausting and arduous process covering little to no ground but expending huge amounts of energy.

Shay, never shy of making the most of life, he finds time for a spot of golf. Keeping things light hearted and fun.

#Everest2019
#topoftheworld
#daretodream

5 years ago, Shay and I ventured through the Khumba Icefall, whilst renowned for being one of the most dangerous sections on the South Side of Everest, it is also one of the most fun. A playground for grown ups....or maybe grown ups who never grew up🤔!!!

Enjoy a glimpse into the next part of our acclimatisation rotation, from Camp 1 @6000m up to Camp 2 @6400m. Known as the Western Cwn or valley of silence.

You are surrounded by the peaks of Nuptse, Lhoste and Everest, you can only be blown away by the ice wall in the distance known as the Lhoste Face. It's everything and more than I could have ever imagined and soaked up in all the adventure books previously read. Pinching myself, it's surreal to be here 🤩.

Camp 1 to Camp 2, whilst it doesn't have much height gain, just 400m. It's about a 8km trek in, but first you must negotiate about 12 open crevasses. Not some ones that you step over on a ladder, no these one's you drop down into the bowels of them and climb back out. It's an exhausting and arduous process covering little to no ground but expending huge amounts of energy.

Shay, never shy of making the most of life, he finds time for a spot of golf. Keeping things light hearted and fun.

#Everest2019
#topoftheworld
#daretodream

I am delighted to be joining the one and only Roz Purcell this year at WellFest 2024, Saturday 11th May @ Royal Hospital Kilmainham, 4pm.

Roz has a great line of inspirational women in the outdoors on The Hike Life panel:

☆ Nikki Bradley - Adaptive Adventurer and Disability Ambassador

☆ Ellie Berry - Creator of Tough Soles and Hiker

☆ Jen Copeland (me!) - Everest Summiteer & Mountain Leader

Still time to get your tickets:
https://wellfestdublin.seetickets.com/event/wellfest-2024-dublin/royal-hospital-kilmainham/2653511

Last 📸: throw back to 2023 year's panel of inspirational women outdoors....
Dr. Karen Weeks @shecando2021
Cara Byrne @thehikepsych
Louise Lawrence @stride_ireland

I am delighted to be joining the one and only Roz Purcell this year at WellFest 2024, Saturday 11th May @ Royal Hospital Kilmainham, 4pm.

Roz has a great line of inspirational women in the outdoors on The Hike Life panel:

☆ Nikki Bradley - Adaptive Adventurer and Disability Ambassador

☆ Ellie Berry - Creator of Tough Soles and Hiker

☆ Jen Copeland (me!) - Everest Summiteer & Mountain Leader

Still time to get your tickets:
https://wellfestdublin.seetickets.com/event/wellfest-2024-dublin/royal-hospital-kilmainham/2653511

Last 📸: throw back to 2023 year's panel of inspirational women outdoors....
Dr. Karen Weeks @shecando2021
Cara Byrne @thehikepsych
Louise Lawrence @stride_ireland

A snapshot of our trek from Lukla @2815m into EBC @3654m, over 10 days through the valleys.

We climbed High and slept Low to help the body acclimatise to the reduced air pressure, which inturn means less oxygen uptake available for the body to function at its normal capacity. The body being the most ingenious piece of tech that she is, produces more red blood cells to help carry oxygen around the body and such that it acclimatises to its new environment.

Hence, it is why locals and Sherpas whom live in these valleys have a distinct advantage over us, mere mortals living as close to sea level.

Diamox is a medication that can be taken prophylactically. It increases your respiratory rate to reduce the side effects associated with Altitude sickness (headaches, nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite). Possible side effects - finger & toes & lips pins and needles, need to toilet more...not great when your trying to get a night's sleep! But like SPF, it is a preventative medication that may help reduce symptoms of AMS (Altitude Mountain Sickness).

Keeping well hydrated helps, moving at a slow and steady pace allows the body to acclimatise as you move. If you move at a pace you might be more accustomed too in the Irish hills... in turns means that your body then has to catch up and you maybe more inclined to suffer with Altitude sickness.

#climbhighsleeplow
#AMS
#EBCtrek

A snapshot of our trek from Lukla @2815m into EBC @3654m, over 10 days through the valleys.

We climbed High and slept Low to help the body acclimatise to the reduced air pressure, which inturn means less oxygen uptake available for the body to function at its normal capacity. The body being the most ingenious piece of tech that she is, produces more red blood cells to help carry oxygen around the body and such that it acclimatises to its new environment.

Hence, it is why locals and Sherpas whom live in these valleys have a distinct advantage over us, mere mortals living as close to sea level.

Diamox is a medication that can be taken prophylactically. It increases your respiratory rate to reduce the side effects associated with Altitude sickness (headaches, nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite). Possible side effects - finger & toes & lips pins and needles, need to toilet more...not great when your trying to get a night's sleep! But like SPF, it is a preventative medication that may help reduce symptoms of AMS (Altitude Mountain Sickness).

Keeping well hydrated helps, moving at a slow and steady pace allows the body to acclimatise as you move. If you move at a pace you might be more accustomed too in the Irish hills... in turns means that your body then has to catch up and you maybe more inclined to suffer with Altitude sickness.

#climbhighsleeplow
#AMS
#EBCtrek

5 years ago Shay Lawless and myself as part of Ireland on Everest set off on our journey to the top of the World, Mount Everest, 8848m.

After 10 days trekking through Phakding, Namche Bizarre, Tengbouche, Pheriche, Loboche, Gorek Shep we arrived into EBC.

Enjoy a glimpse into EBC tent life, the revered Khumba Icefall up to camp 1.

#Everest
#daretodream
#topoftheworld

📷 Micah Kersher

5 years ago Shay Lawless and myself as part of Ireland on Everest set off on our journey to the top of the World, Mount Everest, 8848m.

After 10 days trekking through Phakding, Namche Bizarre, Tengbouche, Pheriche, Loboche, Gorek Shep we arrived into EBC.

Enjoy a glimpse into EBC tent life, the revered Khumba Icefall up to camp 1.

#Everest
#daretodream
#topoftheworld

📷 Micah Kersher

Jen and Lou, between them, have travelled the world fulling their own personal dreams and adventures or helping others to achieve theirs.

Believe in your abilities, your dreams, your adventures.

#navigation courses #adventuretravel #hillwalking

Jen and Lou, between them, have travelled the world fulling their own personal dreams and adventures or helping others to achieve theirs.

Believe in your abilities, your dreams, your adventures.

#navigation courses #adventuretravel #hillwalking

April courses:

Have you been meaning to brush up on your navigational confidence, but just haven't done so......why not join us so that you can make the most of the late spring evenings and make plans forn adventures in summer.

Sign up today for the last of our April courses to find your naviagtional Stride with an improvers day into night navigation workshop.

You'll never be disappointed you found your way in the hills 😃.

#mountainskills
#hikingireland
#findyourway

April courses:

Have you been meaning to brush up on your navigational confidence, but just haven't done so......why not join us so that you can make the most of the late spring evenings and make plans forn adventures in summer.

Sign up today for the last of our April courses to find your naviagtional Stride with an improvers day into night navigation workshop.

You'll never be disappointed you found your way in the hills 😃.

#mountainskills
#hikingireland
#findyourway

May courses:

Have you any Adventure Travel plans upcoming?

Are you getting out in the hills as much as you would like to build up your stamina and endurance for multi day hikes?

If not.....

Why not join us for the 1st of our travel adventure hikes series this summer. Explore new places in Wicklow with Lou & Jen, two of the best international leaders. We have a wealth of experience, tips and tricks to share. Prepare with confidence to enjoy and get the most of your once in a lifetime adventure.

Sign up today 😃
________

We are thrilled to announce the 1st of our Beginner Naviagtion courses, this May 26th.

Join us to find your naviagtional Stride, get to grips with the foundation of mountain navigational skills. With a sturdy base you can build on to see where the adventures will take you.

Check out our website for further information
www.strideireland.ie

Or got a question just comment below⬇️

You'll never be disappointed you found your way in the hills 😃.

#mountainskills
#hiking
#trekking

May courses:

Have you any Adventure Travel plans upcoming?

Are you getting out in the hills as much as you would like to build up your stamina and endurance for multi day hikes?

If not.....

Why not join us for the 1st of our travel adventure hikes series this summer. Explore new places in Wicklow with Lou & Jen, two of the best international leaders. We have a wealth of experience, tips and tricks to share. Prepare with confidence to enjoy and get the most of your once in a lifetime adventure.

Sign up today 😃
________

We are thrilled to announce the 1st of our Beginner Naviagtion courses, this May 26th.

Join us to find your naviagtional Stride, get to grips with the foundation of mountain navigational skills. With a sturdy base you can build on to see where the adventures will take you.

Check out our website for further information
www.strideireland.ie

Or got a question just comment below⬇️

You'll never be disappointed you found your way in the hills 😃.

#mountainskills
#hiking
#trekking

Behind the Scenes

Have you ever laminated a paper map?

I have, and I have got it wrong with more contact stuck to me or had a total disaster and ripped the map 🫤.

The trick this time round was....practice 😂...I had 10 paper maps to do!

That and preparation....having a Decal Squeegee was a gift and made it so much easier.

I know you can buy laminated maps, but I had a stock of paper ones and if you know paper ones at all....they don't last just opening and closing them. They are delicate and rip in the folds. Even with a good waterproof case cover I've had paper maps rip.

What's your experience?
Comment below ⬇️ 1, 2 or 3

1. More contact stuck to you😆?
2. You are a pro?
3. No time for faff? Buy laminated?

Follow for more tips and tricks behind the scenes

#Mountainskills
#Eastwestmapping
#OSImaps
#Hikehacks

Behind the Scenes

Have you ever laminated a paper map?

I have, and I have got it wrong with more contact stuck to me or had a total disaster and ripped the map 🫤.

The trick this time round was....practice 😂...I had 10 paper maps to do!

That and preparation....having a Decal Squeegee was a gift and made it so much easier.

I know you can buy laminated maps, but I had a stock of paper ones and if you know paper ones at all....they don't last just opening and closing them. They are delicate and rip in the folds. Even with a good waterproof case cover I've had paper maps rip.

What's your experience?
Comment below ⬇️ 1, 2 or 3

1. More contact stuck to you😆?
2. You are a pro?
3. No time for faff? Buy laminated?

Follow for more tips and tricks behind the scenes

#Mountainskills
#Eastwestmapping
#OSImaps
#Hikehacks

5 years ago.....all the training is done ✔️ and we are ready for take off.....wohoo🤩.

Shay and I, as part of Ireland on Everest team 🇮🇪🗻 departed Dublin to Kathmandu🛫, Nepal 🇳🇵.

We met up with Noel Hanna our lead guide🇮🇪. Sarah from South Africa🇿🇦 joined us to form a small team of 4.

We had the pleasure of Micha and his dad Morrie on the trek into Base camp from 🇺🇲.

#Everestjourney2019
#8000mpeaks
#daretodream

5 years ago.....all the training is done ✔️ and we are ready for take off.....wohoo🤩.

Shay and I, as part of Ireland on Everest team 🇮🇪🗻 departed Dublin to Kathmandu🛫, Nepal 🇳🇵.

We met up with Noel Hanna our lead guide🇮🇪. Sarah from South Africa🇿🇦 joined us to form a small team of 4.

We had the pleasure of Micha and his dad Morrie on the trek into Base camp from 🇺🇲.

#Everestjourney2019
#8000mpeaks
#daretodream

5 years ago.....all the training is done ✔️ and we are ready for take off.....wohoo🤩.

Shay and I, as part of Ireland on Everest team 🇮🇪🗻 departed Dublin to Kathmandu🛫, Nepal 🇳🇵.

We met up with Noel Hanna our lead guide🇮🇪. Sarah from South Africa🇿🇦 joined us to form a small team of 4.

We had the pleasure of Micha and his dad Morrie on the trek into Base camp from 🇺🇲.

#Everestjourney2019
#8000m
#daretodream

5 years ago.....all the training is done ✔️ and we are ready for take off.....wohoo🤩.

Shay and I, as part of Ireland on Everest team 🇮🇪🗻 departed Dublin to Kathmandu🛫, Nepal 🇳🇵.

We met up with Noel Hanna our lead guide🇮🇪. Sarah from South Africa🇿🇦 joined us to form a small team of 4.

We had the pleasure of Micha and his dad Morrie on the trek into Base camp from 🇺🇲.

#Everestjourney2019
#8000m
#daretodream

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