Canoe trails:Two new coastal canoe trails have been launched in Northern Ireland; the Foyle Canoe Trail and the South East Coast Canoe Trail.
The Foyle Trail stretches over 53km and runs from Lifford to Magilligan Point. The South East Trail – over 80km – runs from Strangford village to Narrow Water in Carlingford Lough. For information about wildlife, planning itineraries, tidal information, camping facilities, canoe hire, and so on visit canoeni.com
Hard hike
An Óige Hillwalkers Club is hosting an “introductory hard hike” on Sunday, September 4th. This hike, which is tailored for non-members who are considering joining the Club, will go from Laragh to Oldbridge (18km). Transport is by private bus from Burgh Quay, Dublin (€12) at 10am. There will be a second pick-up/drop-off point near Loughlinstown roundabout. Participants should be properly equipped and have a good level of fitness (hillwalkersclub.com).
Donegal hillwalking
The Sliabh Liag (Slieve League) Hillwalkers Walking Weekend runs from September 3rd to 4th and offers the chance to get to know south west Donegal and its archaeology, plants, animals and landscape, not to mention ceol agus craic in the evenings. There are various walks for different levels. Tel: 087 242 4677or see sliabhliagwalkers.com
Get on your Bike
Marie Curie Cancer Care will hold its 15th annual cycle fundraiser on Saturday, September 10th.
There will be a choice of three routes: 30km from Downpatrick Racecourse to Killough, Downpatrick and back to the racecourse; 50km from Downpatrick through Killough, Ardglass, Strangford, Downpatrick and back to the Racecourse.
The 80km route is an extension of the 50km route. Further details from Heather Miller at 028 9088 2068 or heather.miller@mariecurie.org.uk or Suzanne Shepard at 028-9076 1358 or email: suzanneshepherd16@btinternet.com.