AAGT Conference County Clare - Pre-Conference Events: Post Conference Events: 7 & 8 September 2020 - AAGT Conference 2020
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AAGT Conference County Clare Pre-Conference Events: 7 & 8 September 2020 Post Conference Events: 13 & 14 September 2020
Pre-Conference Events - Monday 07 September 2020 Cliffs of Moher The Burren National Park / Lough Avalla The Burren – Rock Climbing Pre-Conference Events - Tuesday 08 September 2020 Kayaking at The Falls Hotel Inis Oirr / Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Moy Hill Community Farm Salmon Bookshop & Literacy Centre Ennistymon Post-Conference Events - Sunday 12 September Traditional Music / Dance at the Barn Kilfenora Events to be booked directly with Providers The Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival Bike / Surf / Swim
Cliffs of Moher - Visitor Centre & Cliff Walk The breathtaking Cliffs of Moher situated in county Clare along the Wild Atlantic way have majestically faced the Atlantic for 350 million years and their beauty is incomparable. The Cliffs of Moher are part of: a UNESO Global Geopark, a special region with outstanding geology. The Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark has sustainability as a core element of all that it does. It supports people and organisations to work together to ensure a cared for landscape, a better understood heritage, more sustainable tourism a vibrant community and strengthened livelihoods. The cliffs rise to 214m/702 feet at the highest point and range for 8 kilometres or 5 miles over the Atlantic Ocean on the western seaboard of Co. Clare. This is a special protected area under the EU Birds Directive 1979, currently home to Ireland’s largest mainland sea bird colony. Whether it be the cliffs themselves carved by time, ocean and weather into fantastic shapes and formations, the mighty Atlantic ocean or the birds, plants or other wildlife that inhabit the cliffs there are many natural wonders to enjoy. For more information: https://www.cliffsofmoher.ie/ • Depart: The Falls Hotel at 9am • Return: The Cliffs of Moher at 12:30pm 3 • Price: €15 • Book by: 01 July 2020
Guided tour through the Burren / Lough Avalla. The Burren region is internationally famous for its landscape and flora. A visitor to the Burren can experience the colourful diversity of flowering plants living together within the one ecosystem. The farming community have an enormous influence on the region and they work hand in hand with conservationists to maintain the delicate ecosystem of the Burren area. They have managed the land in such a way as to preserve the unusual flora and habitats that remain today. Harry Jeuken, a hard working, wise and humane traditional Burren farmer takes us on a 6km trail through his old celtic farm which sweeps the shores of the little lake called Lough Avalla. “Magical” is the word often used to describe this trail that goes around the farm and includes an amazing fairy ring, with trees and rocks draped in gleaming green moss, a holy well, hazel woods and a classic limestone (karst), fissured pavement characteristic of the Burren. There are wonderful views in all directions, from the steep cliffs, to Mullaghmore, and to Lough Gealain in the National Park. This walk gives an opportunity to reflect on the many generations who lived on and cared for this land from the Celtic and early Christian times to the present. At the end of the circuit the trail can be taken to the tea house and visitors are welcome to enjoy some refreshments and home baking. For more information: https://www.hut2hut.info/harry-jeuken-traditional-farmer-host-lough- avalla-trail/ • Price: €20 per person 4 • Depart the Falls Hotel at 11am • Book by: 01 July 2020
Rock Climbing at The Burren National Park This is an opportunity to see the beautiful Burren in a unique way. This rock climbing experience takes place to the north of the Cliffs of Moher in the Burren, with sea cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands. This experience takes you to the edge, where the Burren’s rocky outcrop meets the wild Atlantic seas and offers rock climbing options for all levels from beginners to more experienced climbers. The rock climbing session runs for two hours which ensures participants have lots of climbing time. All rock climbing equipment is provided. Climbers receive personal attention from trained instructors on the use of equipment and ropes and all instructors on this rock climbing workshop are fully qualified and insured. During your rock climbing session you will get in a number of climbs and even get a few abseils in as well! No matter what your needs and abilities are you will be supported to meet your climbing goals. For more information: http://www.lahinchadventures.com/rock-climbing-lessons-ireland/ • Depart from The Falls Hotel at 1:30pm (approx 2 to 2.5 hours) • Price: €25 • Book by: 01 July 2020
Kayaking experience at The Falls Hotel Take a two hour long river kayak tour with an experienced instructor to enjoy this wonderful, unique and relaxing alternative route to Lahinch! The River Inagh, with its rapids known as the Cascades, runs through the town of Ennistymon along the perimeter of The Falls Hotel and flows upstream to Lahinch. As well as lovely walks and runs along the river bank, the river is a popular spot for activities such as Kayaking. It’s a river for all ages, as well as for all levels of kayaking expertise. Wet suits, kayaks and all equipment are provided onsite at the Falls Hotel for this experience. For more information: https://www.lahinchadventures.com/kayaking-water-adventures-lahinch/ • Depart 10:30am from reception at The Falls Hotel • Price: €25 per person • Book by: 01 July 2020 6
Trip to Inis Oirr and view the Cliffs of Moher in a
boat cruise.
Inis Oirr and Cliffs of Moher Cruise : Inis Oirr is the smallest and most eastern of the three
Aran Islands in Galway Bay. The island is an extension of the Burren geologically.
The island has the true feel of a classical isolated fishing village. As you arrive on the pier
you are greeted by a pristine white sandy beach, clear crystal water with fishing boats
returning at the end of the day with their catch. The first language of Inis Oirr is Gaelic
and there is a strong local Island community here, which still adhere to traditional way of
life.
On the return boat journey, the boat cruise incorporates an additional trip which gives
stunning view of the Cliffs of Moher from the Sea. For more information:
https://www.doolin2aranferries.com/
• Depart at The Falls Hotel: 9am
• Return: Inis Oirr at 3pm (Bus will at Doolin pier at 4pm)
• Price: €25 per person
• Book by: 01 July 2020Regenerative agriculture community Moy Hill Gardens was originally set up to create awareness within the community of honesty, accountability, growth and joy. This project is unique as it is now run by the local community creating not only a garden but a local centre for people to integrate and collaborate. This is not just about growing food, there is a wider dimension. It’s the bottom up movement, where people are coming together to make things happen whilst using resources locally. Each Tuesday volunteers are welcomed to work on the farm. Moy Hill Community garden aims to drive voluntary sustainable projects, where local people collectively play a more proactive, inclusive and coherent role in shaping the future of their local environs. The garden grows a huge variety of fruit and vegetables, regenerate ecosystems also featuring an underground glass house. For more information: https://www.moyhillfarm.com/ • Depart from Falls Hotel at 2:15pm • Return Moy Hill Farm at 5:15pm • Price approx.: €15 TBC • Book by: 01 July 2020
Guest speaker on life / works of John O’Donohue John O’Donohue, the Irish poet, author, priest and Hegelian philosopher came from Fanore, a village on the edge of the Burren. His work, particularly his book, Eternal Echoes-Exploring our hunger to Belong, resonates with the conference theme. A talk on the life and work of John O’Donohue will take place in the Salmon Bookshop and Literary Centre at 9 Parliament Street, Ennistymon. This venue is home of the publisher Salmon Poetry. Established in 1981, Salmon Poetry, took its name from the Salmon of Knowledge in Celtic mythology and was set up as an alternative voice in Irish Literature. The Salmon, a journal of poetry and prose, was a flagship for writers in the west of Ireland. The Literary Centre hosts readings, book launches, signings and workshops facilitated by writers from Ireland and abroad. The bookshop has as a large selection of new and second-hand books and is a great place to relax and browse. For more information: https://www.johnodonohue.com/ • Walking distance from: The Falls Hotel • Cost: €15 9 • Book by: 01 July 2020
Music & Dance Session This is an opportunity to enjoy traditional music and dancing in a community setting where local and visitors to the area gather together to have fun! County Clare has a very strong traditional music culture. Kilfenora, a gateway village to the Burren, is home to one of the most successful and recognised ceili bands in the world-The Kilfenora Ceili Band. This Sunday evening event is an opportunity to participate in community - based traditional dancing and music at The Barn, in Vaughan’s Pub Kilfenora. Ceili dances were revived in the early 20th century in an attempt to revive Irish culture. Traditional dancing takes place weekly in Vaughan’s Pub, which has been in the family for 300 years and this social event provides an opportunity for people to meet their neighbours and dance. Traditional musicians provide the dancers with lively music throughout the evening. A local dance teacher will demonstrate the basic steps in advance so that all can take part in the dancing and enjoy the spirit of the evening. • Cost: €20 10 • Book by: 01 July 2020
Name: Email: Phone: Event: Time: No of people: Price: Pay here: *Subject to maximum number of 15 people * Bookings must be confirmed by 01 July 2020
Enclosed are the contact details for providers. If you would like to avail of activities outside of the scheduled events. Cliffs of Moher • Phone: +353 65 708 6141 • Email: info@cliffsofmoher.ie • Booking: https://bookings.cliffsofmoher.ie/ • Website: https://www.cliffsofmoher.ie/ The Burren National Park / Lough Avalla • Phone: • Email: • https://www.hut2hut.info/harry-jeuken-traditional-farmer-host-lough-avalla-trail/ The Burren – Rock Climbing or Kayaking • Phone: 086 8448622 • Email: info@lahinchadventures.com • Website: https://www.lahinchadventures.com/surfing-with-bens-surf-clinic/
Enclosed are the contact details for providers. If you would like to avail of activities outside of the scheduled events. Inis Oirr/ Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher • Phone: 065 7075949 / 087 2453239 • Email: info@doolin2aranferries.com • Website: https://www.doolin2aranferries.com/ Moy Hill Community Farm • Email: moyhillfarm@gmail.com • Website: https://www.moyhillfarm.com/ Salmon Bookshop & Literacy Centre Ennistymon • Email: acahill.jod@gmail.com • Website: https://www.johnodonohue.com// • Traditional Music / Dance at The Barn Kilfenora • Phone: 065 7088004 • Email: info@vaughanspub.ie • Website: http://vaughanspub.ie/
Enclosed are the contact details for providers. If you would like to avail of activities outside of the scheduled events. The Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival • Phone: 065 7074005 • The Taxi Company: 065 7075000 • https://www.matchmakerireland.com/ Biking • Phone: 0861091850 / 0876569837 • Email: info@doolinrentabike.ie • http://www.doolinrentabike.ie/ Surfing • Contact: Ben’s Surf School • Phone: 086 844 8622 • Email: info@benssurfclinic.com • https://www.lahinchadventures.com/surfing-with-bens-surf-clinic/
Optional Activity 2
The Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival takes place each year throughout the
month of September. Traditionally this harvest festival gave an opportunity for
farmers to take holidays at the end of the busy summer and come to this spa town
to meet people, to dance sing and have fun. The streets ring out with music and
song, hotels and bars are buzzing with dancers and good spirits and people of all
ages and from all walks of life are welcomed. A local matchmaker Willie Daly, who
has 50 years experience and a passion for matchmaking, is on hand to help
hopeful singles find a partner and have a lot of fun on the way! In 2013, The Outing
Festival, organised by the LGBT community became an off-shoot of the traditional
matchmaking festival and now has its stand-alone weekend, at another venue in
late September. For those interested in visiting Lisdoonvarna, it is approx 12 Km
from Ennistymon and can be best accessed by local taxi service. For more
information: https://www.matchmakerireland.com/
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*Please note this is not an organised event
*To book - Attendees must book a local taxi company.Optional Activity 2 • It is possible to rent a bike from Doolin Rent-a-Bike to each individual’s specification . Bikes which have been rented by individuals can be delivered to the Falls Hotel and arrangements have been made to store them onsite for the duration of the conference. Book directly here: http://www.doolinrentabike.ie/ • Ben Surf School: a Surf school with a different surf lesson experience. • During your stay why not learn how to surf at Ben’s Surf Clinic Surf School in Lahinch, Co. Clare they will ensure your surf lesson experience is something to remember. Whether it’s your first surf lesson or you’re on an advanced course, they are here to help improve your surfing skills. Lahinch beach is one of the most popular surfing beaches, receiving the International Blue Flag award for 2019. The beach is 4km from The Falls Hotel in Ennistymon. Book directly with Ben at: https://www.lahinchadventures.com/surfing-with-bens-surf-clinic/ *Please note this is not an organised event *Attendees must book directly with the companies, details above.
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