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Title: Thanks for having me!
Post by: Martin on March 31, 2015

Hi all,

Trying to get back into the outdoors (if you know what I mean) and I thought it'd be great to hear what others are doing. I'm based in the Carrick-Whitehead-Larne area, and have started to take myself gently into the hills.

Suggestions for challenging but do-able hikes gratefully received.

Martin

Title: Re: Thanks for having me!
Post by: hillbilly on April 01, 2015

Hi Martin. I'm a whiteheader myself. The rinkha being my favourite place after the mournes.  When work and family allow I get into the mournes as often as I can. I'd be happy to meet up for a trek.

Title: Re: Thanks for having me!
Post by: Martin on April 01, 2015

Sounds good, Hillbilly, if you don't mind an amateur tagging along give me a shout the next time you're heading that way?

The daughter and I are going to venture towards the Hare's Gap over the easter weekend...

Title: Re: Thanks for having me!
Post by: RedLeader on April 02, 2015

You're well handy for the Antrim Hills, there are loads of walks around there all with spectacular views. The Antrim Hills Way and Moyle Way are great. Sallagh Braes are lovely too, great for a Sunday dander for a coffee and watch the sea :)

Title: Re: Thanks for having me!
Post by: Ed on April 02, 2015

Plenty of great wee microadventures to be had around that area. With a bivvy bag and a small, light pack you can spend the night very discreetly in a lot of coastal locations.