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‘HER’ Outdoors Week

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.

HER Outdoors week aims to celebrate and encourage more females to get out and enjoy the benefits of being in the outdoors while bringing visibility to the opportunities for females to get involved in outdoor physical activity. This week is all about providing more opportunities for ALL females to escape to the outdoors and try something new. 

Meath LSP are hosting a variety of events for girls and women of all ages – so what are you waiting for… Come and try something new and see the opportunities that are available in the great outdoors!

More details on programmes below and all registrations are now OPEN  

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, Carlanstownthis 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