Mix of track, open ground and hill side scrambling
Distance is aprox 10kms
Fulfils the criteria of a QMD (quality mountain day) towards their hillwalking badge
We go round the lake clockwise.
Important:
Ensure your scout has a very good breakfast
We will do a gear check prior to starting walk – please wait while this is being done!
We expect to be back at finish point by 3.30pm
For scouts interested in the MPCs this is a must
Hike Gear List
Neckerchief
Knapsack / small rucksack lined with a bin bag.
Hiking boots – we will be crossing very wet ground so boots are a must have.
Warm long socks
Hiking trousers (no jeans or cotton tracksuits!)
Rain gear (jacket with hood & pull-up trousers)
Warm clothes – multi light layers are best.
Hat & Gloves – it will be very cold!
Head torch & spare batteries
Bivvy bag or large heavy duty refuse sack
Healthy packed lunch and snacks
Water – minimum of 1 ltr
In separate small bag: Change of shoes and socks + warm hoody for after hike – to be left in cars
Optional, if scout has these…
1st aid kit
Flask with hot drink
Walking poles
Gaiters
Electronic Device Policy: It is advised that scouts do not bring electronic devices, Douglas & St Finbarres Scout Group, its leaders and Scouting Ireland will not be held responsible for any electronic devices lost or damaged.
We will do a quick gear check before leaving the car park – please don’t leave before this is done!
We expect to be back at Lake Muskry Car Park around 2.30pm
Hike Gear List
Neckerchief
Hiking boots – we will encounter some wet terrain
Hiking trousers (no jeans or cotton tracksuits!)
Rain gear (jacket with hood & trousers)
Warm clothes – multi light layers are best.
Water – minimum of 1 ltr
Hat & Gloves – it will be cold!
Torch & spare batteries
Bivvy/survival bag or large heavy duty refuse sack
Healthy packed lunch
In separate small bag: Change of shoes and socks + warm hoody for after hike – will be left in cars
Optional, if cub scout has these…
1st aid kit
Whistle
Compass
Gaiters
Electronic Device Policy: It is advised that scouts do not bring electronic devices, Douglas & St Finbarres Scout Group, its leaders and Scouting Ireland will not be held responsible for any electronic devices lost or damaged.
General Directions: Take N73 west. To avoid Killarney town centre: Aprox 1km after Glenflesk filling station/church, take left turn signed for Mangerton.
Food before hike: A very good breakfast is essential to fuel your Scouts walk until their 1st food break.
For the health and safety of all our scouts if we deem any inappropriately dressed for the hike they will not be permitted to attend. Parents are asked to wait until check is completed.
Gear they must have…
– Neckerchief – Rain gear (coat and water proof pull ups) – Boots – Knapsack (lined with a large bin bag) – Torch + spare batteries – Compass – Food – Water 1 litre minimum – Small 1st aid kit – Whistle – Sun hat – Suncream – Insect repellent
Optional items that are very useful…
– Walking poles – Gaters – Spare fleecy jacket. – Small flask with hot drink – Bivvy bag – Extra snacks eg a few small choc bars or bag of jellies.
Regarding Mobile Devices…
If your scout brings a mobile device to track their route it is best to keep it in a dry bag, have a spare battery and cable.
Note: Leaders will not take responsibility for any smart devices brought by scouts.
Spare clothes and footwear should be left in the car that will be collecting them.
General Directions: Take M8 north and exit at Jct 13 Mitchelstown. Keep on Mitchelstown bypass until R513 at the Aldi Warehouse on your left take 1st jct on r/about.
Food before hike: A very good breakfast is essential to fuel your cub scout on their walk until the 1st food break.
Gear they must have…
– Boots are essential (trainers, walking or trail shoes are not appropriate) – Rain gear (coat and water proof pull ups) – Knapsack (lined with a large bin bag) – Torch + spare batteries – Food – Water 1 litre minimum – Small 1st aid kit (a zippo bag with 3 or 4 plasters will suffice) – Whistle – Sun hat – Suncream – Insect repellent
Optional items that are very useful…
– Walking poles – Gaters – Compass – Spare fleecy jacket – Bivvy bag – Extra snacks eg a few small choc bars or bag of jellies.
Regarding Mobile Devices…
If your cub scout brings a mobile device to track their route it is best to keep it in a dry bag, have a spare battery and cable.
Note: Leaders will not take responsibility for any smart devices brought by cub scouts.
Spare clothes and footwear should be left in the car that will be collecting them.
Food before hike: Hike is not overly difficult, but a good breakfast is essential to fuel their walk until their 1st food break.
For the health and safety of all our scouts if we deem any inappropriately dressed for the hike they will not be permitted to attend. Parents are asked to wait until check is completed.
Gear they must have…
– Rain gear (coat and water proof pull ups) – Warm hat & warm gloves – Warm clothes – multi-layers are best – Warm socks – Boots – Knap sack (lined with a large bin bag) – Torch + spare batteries – Compass – Food – Water 1 litre minimum – Small 1st aid kit + face mask – Whistle
Optional items that are very useful…
– Walking poles – Gaters – Spare hat and spare gloves – Spare fleecy jacket. – Small flask with hot drink – Bivvy bag – Extra snacks eg a few small choc bars or bag of jellies.
Regarding Mobile Devices…
If your scout brings a mobile device to track their route it is best to keep it in a dry bag, have a spare battery and cable.
Note: Leaders will not take responsibility for any smart devices brought by scouts.
Spare clothes and footwear should be left in the car that will be collecting them.
Food before hike: Hike is not difficult, but a good breakfast is essential to fuel their walk before the 1st food break.
For the health and safety of all our scouts if we deem any inappropriately dressed for hike they will not be permitted to attend the event.
Gear they must have…
– Knap sack (lined with a large bin bag) – Rain gear (coat and water proof pull ups) – Boots – Warm clothes – multi-layers are best – Warm socks – Torch + spare batteries – Hat & gloves – Compass – Food – Water 1 litre minimum – Small 1st aid kit – Face mask – Whistle
Optional items that are very useful…
– Walking poles – Gaters – Spare hat and spare gloves – Spare fleecy jacket. – Small flask with hot drink – Bivvy bag – Extra snacks eg a few small choc bars or bag of jellies.
Spare clothes and footwear should be kept in the car that will be collecting them.
We will do a quick gear check before leaving the car park
We expect to be back at the Kilclooney Wood Car Park between 3 and 4 pm
Hike Gear List
Neckerchief
Hiking boots
Rain gear (jacket with hood & trousers)
hiking trousers (no jeans or cotton tracksuits!)
Warm clothes – multi light layers are best.
Water – minimum of 1 ltr
Hat & Gloves – it will be cold!
Torch & spare batteries
Bivvy bag or large heavy duty refuse sack
Healthy packed lunch
In separate small bag: Change of shoes + warm hoody for after hike
Optional, if cub scout has these…
1st aid kit
Whistle
Compass
Gaiters
Electronic Device Policy: It is advised that scouts do not bring electronic devices, Douglas & St Finbarres Scout Group, its leaders and Scouting Ireland will not be held responsible for any electronic devices lost or damaged.
This is challenging trek, so appropriate gear is of utmost importance.
We will do a gear check before leaving the meeting point.
Hike Gear Must Haves
Neckerchief
Hiking boots – ground is uneven, so boots covering ankle are needed.
Rain gear – Jacket with hood & water proof trousers
Hiking trousers – No jeans or cotton tracksuits!
Thermals / skins
Warm clothes – Multi light layers are best
Hat & Gloves
Torch & spare batteries
Buff / neck warmer – Noscarves they just get wet and or lost
Bivvy bag or large heavy duty refuse sack
Whistle
Food and Drink to bring: Healthy packed lunch Water – 1 ltr minimum Snacks to have during hike.
Change of clothes in seperate bag: Shoes + warm hoody for after hike. Can be left in leaders car boot.
If scout has these, also bring…
1st aid kit
Compass
Gaiters
Walking poles
Electronic Device Policy:
It is advised that scouts do not bring electronic devices. Douglas &
St Finbarres Scout Group, its leaders and Scouting Ireland will not be held
responsible for any electronic devices lost or damaged.
We will do a quick gear check before leaving the meeting point.
Hike Gear Needed
Neckerchief
Hiking boots – ground is uneven and wet, so boots are a must.
Rain gear – Jacket with hood & water proof trousers
Hiking trousers – No jeans or cotton tracksuits!
Thermals / skins
Warm clothes – Multi light layers are best
Hat & Gloves
Torch & spare batteries
Bivvy bag or large heavy duty refuse sack
Food and Drink to bring: Healthy packed lunch Water – 1 ltr minimum Healthy snacks to have during hike.
Change of clothes in seperate bag: Shoes + warm hoody for after hike. Can be left in leaders car boot.
If scout has these, also bring…
1st aid kit
Whistle
Compass
Gaiters
Walking poles
Electronic Device Policy:
It is advised that scouts do not bring electronic devices, Douglas &
St Finbarres Scout Group, its leaders and Scouting Ireland will not be held
responsible for any electronic devices lost or a.
We will do a quick gear check before leaving the car park
We expect to be back at the Bay Lough Car Park between 3 and 4 pm
Hike Gear List
Neckerchief
Hiking boots
Rain gear (jacket with hood & trousers)
hiking trousers (no jeans or cotton tracksuits!)
Warm clothes – multi light layers are best.
Water – minimum of 1 ltr
Hat & Gloves
Torch & spare batteries
Bivvy bag or large heavy duty refuse sack
Healthy packed lunch
In separate small bag: Change of shoes + warm hoody for after hike
Optional, if cub scout has these…
1st aid kit
Whistle
Compass
Gaiters
Electronic Device Policy: It is advised that scouts do not bring electronic devices, Douglas & St Finbarres Scout Group, its leaders and Scouting Ireland will not be held responsible for any electronic devices lost or damaged.
