All Ireland Hike

16/12/2020

Some absolutely FAB photos here 😍

Long live staycations in our professional opinion!

15/12/2020

'On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me..' 12 must do hikes to break in your new boots!

https://allirelandhike.wixsite.com/allirelandhike/post/the-12-days-of-hike-mas

December 25th 2020, you run downstairs and open your presents to find.. the brand new hiking boots you've been looking for!! Now you have the gear you need somewhere to go and that's where we come in. Read on for the '12 Days of Hike-mas' for some ideas where to go 1: Spinc Trail - Co. Wicklow 2: Sl...

15/12/2020

Signing up for our hike tour is so quick and easy you can do it from your mobile! 📱

Click the sign up button on our page or follow the link in our bio to join us!

Check out the video below to see just how easy it is
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29/11/2020

We’ve reached the end of Leave No Trace Ireland and we have loved learning how to be more conscious of the environment and our surroundings while hiking. We finish off the week with ‘Minimise the Effects of Fire’
Even the smallest fires can cause long lasting damage to the environment.

- When setting a campfire check local regulations and conditions
- Build a minimum impact fire and use an established fire ring where possible
- Use dead wood found on the ground rather than breaking branches from trees as this can scar them
- Manage your campfire
- Never leave a campfire unattended

When hiking remember: Leave nothing behind and take with you only memories.


For more information on the 7 principles please visit the Leave no Trace website.
https://www.leavenotraceireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Leave-No-Trace-Ireland-Skills-and-Ethics-A5.pdf

29/11/2020

It’s finally the weekend and part 6 of Leave No Trace Ireland is ‘Dispose of Waste Properly’
It’s important to put into practice what we have learned so far and continue protecting the landscape by knowing how to dispose of your waste properly.

- Plan ahead what you will be eating during the hike that you can take your rubbish with you
- Human waste take time to find designated facilities. If you can’t find information on disposal
- In special environments like bogs waste does not fully decompose even organic waste such as apple cores so be sure to bring these with you
- When camping washing dishes or bathing even biodegradable soaps can affect the water quality in lakes and rivers so minimise its use.

When hiking remember: Leave nothing behind and take with you only memories.


For more information on the 7 principles please visit the Leave no Trace website.
https://www.leavenotraceireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Leave-No-Trace-Ireland-Skills-and-Ethics-A5.pdf

27/11/2020

✨COMPETITION WINNERS✨

It’s Friday and we’ve reached our goal of 50 followers for this week so it’s time to announce our competition winners!

A big thank you to everyone who liked and shared, stay tuned to the page for future competitions and to be in with a chance to win

27/11/2020

Happy Friday folks nearly the weekend! Day 5 of Leave No Trace Ireland and we’re onto ‘Leave What you Find’.

- Conserve the past by not disturbing things such as old walls, wells, mines and hilltop cairns.
- Leave natural objects undisturbed for example, leave stones at the Burren untouched
- Things such as fallen trees can be so valuable for wildlife so should not be disturbed or used for firewood
- Stop the spread of invasive species by keeping your camp clean and not transporting flowers or weeds into new habitats

When hiking remember: Leave nothing behind and take with you only memories.

For more information on the 7 principles please visit the Leave no Trace website.
https://www.leavenotraceireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Leave-No-Trace-Ireland-Skills-and-Ethics-A5.pdf

27/11/2020

Day 4 of Leave No Trace Ireland and we move onto ‘Travel and Camp on Durable Ground’
You leave footsteps wherever you go so we want to limit the effects our footfall has on the environment.

- Stay on designated trails, curtailment can lead to costly restorations
- Use designated campsites for the same reason
- Good campsites are made not found, the perfect campsites are specially made to have the safety and security you need.
- Protect fresh water resources
- Before departing camp naturalise and disguise the camp

When hiking remember: Leave nothing behind and take with you only memories.


For more information on the 7 principles please visit the Leave no Trace website.
https://www.leavenotraceireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Leave-No-Trace-Ireland-Skills-and-Ethics-A5.pdf

27/11/2020

Hi everyone we’re half way through the week and onto day 3 of Leave No Trace Ireland and we’re onto ‘Respect Farm Animals and Wildlife. When we pass through fields on our hike we are passing through the homes of animals and wildlife.
- Wildlife can provide the basis for lots of stories but animals can react in different ways to people
- Observe animals from a distance and back away calmly if they react to your presence
- Avoid sensitive times and habitats
- Never feed the wildlife. It can be tempting but they can fend for themselves. Feeding wildlife can make them ill
- Store your rubbish and food securely so it does not fall out or get left behind
- If you bring a dog make sure to keep them under control and away from other livestock or wildlife

When hiking remember: Leave nothing behind and take with you only memories.


For more information on the 7 principles please visit the Leave no Trace website.
https://www.leavenotraceireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Leave-No-Trace-Ireland-Skills-and-Ethics-A5.pdf

24/11/2020

Continuing with our promotion of Leave No Trace Ireland we move onto ‘Be Considerate of Others’

We are lucky enough to have beautiful scenery right on our doorstep so we must be considerate of the communities and people living there so we can all share the landscape.
- Respect your hosts, local communities and their livelihood. All the land we use is owned by someone so protect it by leaving it as you find it.
- Reduce speed on rural country roads to ensure you are able to deal with oncoming traffic or obstructions
- Be patient with livestock on roads or on the land you are hiking on. When in the car reduce speed and allow them to pass you. When walking do not approach the animals.
- When parking be considerate and safe where you park so as not to obstruct entrances or narrow roads.
- When passing through land close make sure to close any gates you open and use stiles when possible.
- Respect other visitors in the way you want to be respected to ensure a good experience for everyone.
- Yield to others and be polite to other revellers
- Keep a low profile

When hiking remember: Leave nothing behind and take with you only memories.


For more information on the 7 principles please visit the Leave no Trace website.

https://www.leavenotraceireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Leave-No-Trace-Ireland-Skills-and-Ethics-A5.pdf

23/11/2020

Happy Monday everyone!

Today we start our Leave No Trace Ireland information week with ‘Plan ahead and Prepare’.

Before going on any hike you need to research your trip and prepare appropriately. Not only will this help protect the environment and assist to leaving no trace but will is also for your safety!
- Be informed about where you are going, don’t be afraid to call local tourists offices instead of relying on maps and information online.
- Plan for your group and your group size, that the area is to your skill level and that the group isn’t too big to disturb the local area or other people hiking
- Schedule to avoid high traffic times and times where there has been bad weather
- Use proper gear to keep yourself warm and dry. If camping bring the correct gear and take everything with you when you leave
- Plan meals to ensure you have enough and reduce waste
- Develop skills such as navigation and first aid to help with your hike experience
- Take responsibility for yourself and your group. Ensure you don’t get lost as to do so will negatively impact your experience.

When hiking remember: Leave nothing behind and take with you only memories.

For more information on the 7 principles please visit the Leave no Trace website.
https://www.leavenotraceireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Leave-No-Trace-Ireland-Skills-and-Ethics-A5.pdf

23/11/2020

Want to know more about us and sign up for future hikes? Follow the link to our website for more information!



https://allirelandhike.wixsite.com/allirelandhike/about-us

With prices starting from €1250* you will be transported to each hike by our experienced tour guide to begin your adventure.  Included in your package is your transport to each hike site, accommodation, breakfast, evening meal and packed lunch on hike days.  You will also receive a hike of Ire...

23/11/2020

The final stop on the All Ireland Hike Tour never looked so magical! ✨

What is the most magical peak you've climbed? Let us know below 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

23/11/2020

House goals 😍😍

Rural living never looked so good 😍

📍 Connemara, County Galway

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22/11/2020

This week, as well as running our competition we are promoting the 7 principles of Leave No Trace Ireland
Each day this week we will dive into each principle which are:

1) Plan ahead and Prepare
2) Be Considerate of Others
3) Respect Farm Animals and Wildlife
4) Travel and Camp on Durable Ground
5) Leave What You Find
6) Dispose of Waste Properly
7) Minimise the Effects of Fire

Keep an eye out each day for each principle



For more information on the 7 principles please visit the Leave no Trace website.
https://www.leavenotraceireland.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Leave-No-Trace-Ireland-Skills-and-Ethics-A5.pdf

22/11/2020

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22/11/2020

✨COMPETITION TIME✨
How would you like to win one of our exclusive All Ireland Hike t-shirts as well as some other special goodies?

We need your help to get to 50 followers so to be in with a chance of winning we need you to:

✨ Like this post
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✨ Tag 3 friends

We will have 3 winners announced on Friday.

✨GOOD LUCK✨

19/11/2020

Good morning!

Welcome to All Ireland Hike your number one guide to hiking in Ireland.

In normal times we run a guided hiking tour of Ireland’s biggest and best peaks but with the current situation we’ve broadened quite literally to All of Ireland

This weekend we’ll be running a competition to win some All Ireland Hike goodies but in the meantime check out our blog giving a guide to the best hikes in your county!

https://allirelandhike.wixsite.com/allirelandhike/post/all-ireland-hike-32-best-hikes-and-walks-in-ireland

Covid eh? Ruining all our best laid plans to have a grand tour of Ireland. Well fear not! Below we have listed our recommended hikes for each county to keep you active during lockdown 2.0 ULSTER Antrim – Causeway Costal Walk One of Irelands best attractions in Ireland, take in the sights of the Gi...