Her Outdoors Week 12th – 18th August 2024
HER Outdoors returns once again from 12th – 18th August. We are hosting some fabulous events for women and girls to showcase activities available in the outdoors.
More details on all HER Outdoors Events below……
Cycle Cross event for Women and teenage girls – this event is a led by Navan Road Club for Women 18+ and Girls 13-17yrs who will have the opportunity to try out off road cycling in a safe, inclusive environment. Ideal for beginners and also those with previous experience.
Location: Blackwater Park, Navan
Date: Monday 12th August
Time: 6-8pm
Registration: lodowd@meathcoco.ie
Orienteering Carlanstown – this event is led by Orienteering Ireland and is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with previous experience. The instructor will cover map reading, games and also virtual orienteering using MapRun and mobile devices. Groups Leaders are welcome to learn the skills of orienteering and share with their group members.
Location: Deerpark, Carlanstown
Date: Tuesday 13th August
Time: 6-8pm
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/944957050977?aff=oddtdtcreator
Inclusive Family Orienteering, Deerpark, Carlanstown – this event is led by Orienteering Ireland and is suitable for children with additional needs and their families. The instructor will cover map reading, games and also virtual orienteering using MapR.
Location: Deerpark, Carlanstown
Date: Tuesday 13th August
Time: 7-8pm
Registration: tdonegan@meathcoco.ie
Come & Try Beach Event for Girls 12-17yrs – activities include Beach Volleyball, Beach Handball and Beach Rounders. This 3-hour festival of events is suitable for girls 12+ and a great opportunity to come together with other girls of similar age to try out new beach activities in a fun, inclusive environment.
Location: Bettystown Beach
Date: Tuesday 13th August
Time: 6-8pm
Registration: https://eventmaster.ie/event/EKoqC4EF74
Yoga & Dip – A relaxing yoga session on the sandy beach followed by an invigorating dip in the sea. This programme is suitable for Women 18+ regardless of previous experience or fitness level.
Location: Bettystown Beach
Date: Tuesday 13th August
Time: 6-8pm
Registration: https://eventmaster.ie/event/Jl81fpvHRk
Come & Try Archer for Women and Girls of all ages and abilities. Athboy Archery Club are hosting a Try a Shot Archery evening in An Tobar, Ardbracken, Navan. This is a free event but registration is required.
Location: An Tobar, Ardbraccan, Navan, Co. Meath, C15XD6H
Date; Wednesday 14th August
Time: 7pm – 8.30pm
Registration: email athboyarcheryclub@yahoo.com
Women on Water – Canoeing- Kayaking for Women 18+ This event is led by Trim Canoe Club and provides the opportunity for complete beginners to try paddlesports on the majestic Boyne Blueway in the beautiful heritage town of Trim.
Location: Trim Canoe Club, Trim
Date: Wednesday 14th August
Time: 6.30pm-8pm
Registration: HER Outdoors Week – Come and Try Session – Wednesday, 14 August 2024 Tickets, Wed 14 Aug 2024 at 18:30 | Eventbrite
Inclusive Canoeing programme for Mothers & their daughters who have a disability. This initiative will help develon:op skills and experience on the
water whilst gaining knowledge of water safety. The session will provide a safe inclusive friendly environment for participants to try out a new activity.
Location: Ribbontail Paddlers Club, Longwood
Date: Thursday 15th August
Time: 7-8pm
Registration: t.donegan@meathcoco.ie
Pétanque for women Pétanque is an adapted game of Boules which can be played on any surface, it is an accessible game suitable for all abilities. This programme is ideal for women 50+ and will include tea/coffee afterwards.
Location: Mornington Heights, Trim
Date: Thursday 15th August
Time: 11am
Registration: https://eventmaster.ie/event/LrRocp3H76
Inclusive Pétanque Pétanque is an adapted game of Boules which can be played on any surface, it is an accessible game suitable for all abilities.
Location: Mornington Heights, Trim
Date: Thursday 15th August
Time: 12noon
Registration: t.donegan@meathcoco.ie
Activator Pole Walking for older women. This Come & Try programme focuses on promoting long term fitness and independence through increasing balance and functionality for women. The tutor will assist participants in use of the activator poles to increase strength and improve mobility for older people. Activator Pole Walking is a fantastic activity to increase mobility, strengthen the body and gain fitness.
Location: Deerpark, Carlanstown
Date: Friday 16th August
Time: 11am
Registration: t.donegan@meathcoco.ie
Cycling Event for women on the Boyne Greenway. This half day event will include a 20k cycle for women on the Boyne Greenway supported by Bohermeen Cycle Club and Navan Road Club. Meeting at Greenway Service Hub (Doughty’s) in Wilkinstown, the Bike Ride Leader will carry out a quick bike safety check with all participants before leading them on a 10k bike ride to Nobber. Coffee and snack will then be available for everyone before returning to Wilkinstown.
Location: Greenway Service Hub (Doughty’s), Wilkinstown
Date: Saturday 17th August
Time: 9.30am
Registration: https://eventmaster.ie/event/M23oTbdiBz
Sea Swim for Women in Laytown This event is for women 18+ who are able to swim but have not yet braved outdoor swimming. This is a unique opportunity for them to learn the skills of outdoor swimming under the guidance of a qualified swim instructor.
Location: Laytown
Date: Sunday 18th August
Time: 9.30am
Registration: https://eventmaster.ie/event/2Z6PF2qc0z