St. Patricks Day Overnighter

[MikeD]

I can most likely do camping and the walk (and still have some rocky roads left over).

[RedLeader]

Would be worth going for that alone - it was blummin awesome.

I can most likely do camping and the walk (and still have some rocky roads left over).

[billy backpack]

Just back from a scoot around Glenariff and Trostan and although squelchy and a bit muddy it's def achievable for an overnight and some walking however there's still some patches of snow but nothing that isn't manageable.

[suspectmonkey]

So are we any closer to knowing final numbers for this yet?  I don't think Kat is going to be able to make the overnight camp, but may be able to join us the next day for the walk.  My feet are knackered with blisters (must have baby feet like Jonno ) but should be okay for the walk with a bit of bandaging!  Weather looks like it will be okay for both days as well.

If we can't get the numbers for the camp, then I'm happy enough to just do an Antrim Hills walk on St. Patricks Day instead.  I'm easy either way.  If we are doing the camp though I would prefer someone who knows the area to be there though, as I'm not really familiar and dont fancy getting lost in the woods after dark

[andy1984]

sorry guys i cant make this one, as its just been confirmed i'm working on st paddys day 

enjoy yourselfs !

where are you planning on camping?

[MikeD]

I've got Wednesday off work so I can still do either.

[RedLeader]

Harsh but fair

I'm having issues with the overnighter too but am still fine for the walk. Unfortunately to get out of work and up to Antrim is proving a hassle.

(must have baby feet like Jonno ) but should be okay for the walk with a bit of bandaging!  Weather looks like it will be okay for both days as well.

[chris]

Yeah sorry guys I'm a definate no show for this one

[andy1984]

Where did you guys camp the last time?

i didnt see too many flat areas for a tent last time i was up

[suspectmonkey]

I think given that we are a bit low on numbers for this one, and things are going to be a bit tight for me getting to Antrim tonight, I might stick to doing a walk on St. Patricks Day and skip the overnighter part.  If there are a few people who still fancy doing the overnighter though feel free to fire ahead and we can meet up the next day.

Just trying to get a plan sorted for St. Patricks Day now so people can make their arrangements.  Was wondering if it would be best meeting up in the Glenariff Forest Park car park?  Think it might be Pay & Display, but from memory its pretty cheap.  I think the general concensus is to follow the Moyle Way to the summit of Trostan.  I was also wondering if we could slip in a summit of Slievenanee as well?





The route planner I have seems to give the distance as being around 14km which is 8-9 miles.  Should make for a decent day out, but I've no idea what the terrain is like so my route planning might a slightly ambitious.  One thing I did keep coming across when I Googled Trostan and Slievenanee was the word "boggy".  Over, and over again   Perhaps someone who has been up there recently can say whether the route looks reasonable enough?  Any other suggestions feel free to jump in!

So stick your hand up if you fancy giving this a go.  Also, I will be coming from Bangor so if anyone needs picked up en route let me know and I will see what I can do.  I have two free seats in the back that arent too cramped

[andy1984]

I've been up that way a couple of times, i'd say that route would be fine!

You dont need to park in glenariffe with the pay and display there is a layby just down from glenariffe forest entrance.

The ground can be pretty boggy!  so defn take boots and gaiters i'd say! but your not actually climbing all that much or steep so its not that bad aslong as there is still not 3 feet of snow up there like last time i was up!

hope you's have a good walk! cant say i'll not be jealous being stuck in work!!

[suspectmonkey]

Seems like the plan is to meet at 10am tomorrow at Laragh Lodge, which is at Glenariff.  You can find the address and map for Laragh Lodge here.  Everyone is more than welcome to come along, hope to meet you there

[RedLeader]

I'm in. See you there.

Seems like the plan is to meet at 10am tomorrow at Laragh Lodge, which is at Glenariff.  You can find the address and map for Laragh Lodge here.  Everyone is more than welcome to come along, hope to meet you there

[billy backpack]

I'm in ...

The route looks fine..... although I think we may experience a bit of BOG SNORKILLING !!!! lol

[RedLeader]

Awesome day guys, I had a great walk. Sorry I had to rush home, next time I'll clear a little more time.
The Antrim Hills definitely have more to offer!