An adventurous and energetic group enjoyed the lovely warm rock of the South ridge of Coumshingaun on Sat Jun 14th. They descended towards the lake and climbed the SW gully of the coum. The group then walked to the Mahon valley ridge and took the skyline route before returning lowlevel back to Kilclooney wood.
A hardy bunch of 6 continued to The King’s Yard, in the southern foothills of the Galtees, to camp Sat night. This is a terrific mountain facility with shower, toilets and a small kitchen which was equipped with fridge, electric rings and microwave! A recycled washing machine drum was provided for the ‘campfire’. A clear, moonlit night and a distant soothing sound of a mountain stream all added to a perfect campsite.
Another troop arrived from Wexford on Sunday morning for the scheduled walk. The walk started up through the Glounreagh valley. A steep climb led to spot height 629m before heading towards Carrignabinnia. From here the Galtee wall is an easy navigation feature towards Galtymore. Descent was via Knockduff and Knocknagalty back to The King’s Yard. Some members went for a dip in the river to cool off.
A terrific mountaineering wk end all round especially for the 6 who took on all the challenges put before them!
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