From August 14th to 20th, Wicklow will come alive with a week-long list of events designed to highlight the opportunities for women and girls to engage in outdoor recreation and inspire them to try something new.
Wicklow has such a diverse range of outdoor recreation activities available there is sure to be something available for everyone.
HER Wicklow, HER Outdoors 2023 is scaling to new heights with a vast array of activities covering land, sea, and air. Airplane gliding has been introduced as an activity for 2023 with snorkelling and climbing also new additions. These activities will join hiking, biking, walking, swimming and many others to really showcase what Wicklow has to offer in the outdoor recreation sphere.
Wicklow Sports Partnership is also delighted to welcome two national events to the county in the run-up to the HER Wicklow, HER Outdoors Week. Volleyball Ireland will host their beach tour in Brittas Bay on Sunday, the 13th of August, while Sport Ireland will open the weekend on 12th August with a Her Outdoors Adventure Festival in Russborough House. There will be outdoor recreation activities to book, a picnic zone, a yoga area and guided walks of the Greenway.
Cathaoirleach of Wicklow County Council, Cllr Aoife Flynn Kennedy, highlighted the significance of the programme stating: “HER Outdoors Week is a very special week. It not only highlights the range of exciting activities that are available in Wicklow but it gives women and girls the confidence to step out of their comfort zone and try something totally new. I would encourage everyone ‘find your outdoors’ during the week.”
Emer O’Gorman, Chief Executive, of Wicklow County Council, added: “We are proud to support HER Outdoors Week which aims to provide equal opportunities for all women to immerse themselves in the outdoors. This year’s event covers a wide range of outdoor activities, from cycling, hiking, snorkelling, kayaking and gliding – there is something to suit every woman’s interests and abilities and really showcase what Wicklow has to offer.”
Director of Services, Michael Nicholson, emphasised the significance of HER Outdoors Week in embedding Wicklow as a leader in outdoor recreation in Ireland, stating: “This event aligns perfectly with our ongoing efforts to promote Wicklow as a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts, inspiring women to engage with our remarkable landscapes and reinforcing our position as a leading hub for outdoor recreation in Ireland.”
HER Wicklow, HER Outdoors Week Events:
Saturday, August 12th
- HER Outdoors Week Adventure Festival
Monday, August 14th
- Outdoors Fitness Class – Greystones Harbour
- Marina Skate Party – Greystones
- Funky Disco Yoga – Greystones
- HERMOVES Beach Tour 2023
Tuesday, August 15th
- Introduction to Trail Running Webinar and Meet-Up – Bray
- Walk n Talk The Murrough
- Ladies Try Gliding – Punchestown
- Horse Riding/Pony Care Camp for Teens – Spruce Lodge
- HERMOVES Beach Tour 2023
- Introduction to Navigation – Glendalough
Wednesday, August 16th
- Women & Girls Try Surfing – Brittas Bay
- Environmental Walk – Glendalough
- 7 am Intro to Sea Swimming – Wicklow
- Evening Intro to Sea Swimming – Wicklow
- HERMOVES Beach Tour 2023
Thursday, August 17th
- Drumgoff to Glenmalure Guided Hike
- Walk N’Talk Bray Head
Friday, August 18th
- Walk N’Talk Tinahely Loop
- Women Try Beach Volleyball – Brittas Bay
- 7 am Intro To Sea Swimming – Greystones
- Evening Intro To Sea Swimming – Greytsones
Saturday, August 19th
- Women Try Out Rowing – Bray
- Paddle to Zen: Women’s Kayak and Yoga – Blessington
- Women’s Intro to Off-Road Cycling – Arklow
- Learn to Cycle – Rathnew
- Women Try Sailing
- Parkrun – Avondale
- Parkrun – Russborough
- Come and Try – Wicklow Archers
- Intro to Orienteering – Belmont Demesne
Sunday, August 20th
- Active Girl Guide to Off-Road Cycling – Arklow
- Women’s Intro to Rock Climbing – Killiney
- Women’s Social Canoe Crew – Blessington
- Parkrun Jnr – Bray
- Parkrun Jnr – Arklow
To learn more about HER Wicklow, HER Outdoors 2023 and to register for events, visit our website at wicklowlsp.ie. Early registration is recommended, as spaces are limited.