Wicklow is thrilled to announce the return of HER Outdoors Week, celebrating females of all ages and abilities embracing the outdoors. Running from August 12th to 18th, this year promises an even more exciting lineup with increased collaboration from local clubs, offering a wide range of events designed to inspire and engage. This year’s theme, #EmbraceYourSpace, encourages women to get outside and embrace the unique outdoor opportunities that Wicklow has to offer.
HER Outdoors Week is a national event that 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.
Participants can look forward to Sunset Kayak events hosted by Poulaphouca Paddlers and Baltinglass Kayak Club, sailing with Bray Sailing Club, orienteering in Tomnafinnoge Wood, surfing at Magheramore Beach, and various social walks, runs, and mountain hikes across Wicklow.
Additionally, on Thursday 15th August, Wicklow Sports and Recreation Partnership are hosting a HER Outdoors Beach Festival, that will take place on Greystones South Beach from 5pm to 8pm. The festival will see a range of drop-in and play activities such as Beach Volleyball, Beach Tug Of War, Beach Tennis, Beach Olympic Handball and Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Leinster Rugby will also be showcasing their first Women’s Social Beach Rugby 7s event, with clubs from Wicklow and surrounding counties taking part.
Cathaoirleach of Wicklow County Council, Cllr. Paul O’Brien, stated, “HER Outdoors Week is a fantastic opportunity for women to experience the natural beauty that Wicklow has to offer.”
Chief Executive of Wicklow County Council, Emer O’Gorman, added, “We are proud to support HER Outdoors Week. As a leading county for outdoor recreation, Wicklow offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase our outstanding outdoor clubs and the diverse physical activities available.”
Aisling Hubbard of Wicklow Sports and Recreation Partnership shared, “This year’s HER Outdoors Week is set to be our best yet, with more events and greater collaboration from local clubs. We invite all women and girls to get out and embrace their space.
Bray Events Schedule
- Intro Road Spin with Bray Wheelers – Tuesday, August 13th – All welcome 6.30pm. Read more here.
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Her Outdoors Bray Head Walk – Tuesday, August 13th 6:30pm. Register here
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Her Outdoors Sunset Sailing Session With Bray Sailing Club – Friday, August 16th at 7 pm. Register here
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Beginners Off-Road Day with Bray Wheelers – Sunday August 18th at 10 am – All welcome. Read more here.
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Her Outdoors Social 3X3 Basketball Bray – Sunday August 18th at 11 am. Register here
For more information and a detailed schedule of events, please see wicklowlsp.ie.
About HER Outdoors Week
HER Outdoors Week is a national initiative aimed at encouraging more females to participate in outdoor activities, promoting physical and mental well-being, and highlighting the range of opportunities available for women to get involved in outdoor sports and adventures.