Registration Form Please fill in and return form plus registration fee to Monaghan Sports Partnership or alternatively bring them on the day Monaghan Sports Partnership Ballybay Town Council Offices Main Street Ballybay Co. Monaghan Name Address Home no. Mobile no. E-mail *Please complete e-mail address if you wish to be contacted about future events / training courses etc. Are you a member of any social club/community organisation? (eg. ICA, Development Association etc.) If yes, please state the name of this group: Medical Information Are you aware of any medical reason why you should not participate in these walks? Yes No Do you have any medical condition which may be worsened by participating in this activity? Yes No Please inform a leader or organiser if you feel unwell at any stage. Photographs Organisers may wish to take photographs of participants for publicity/record purposes. If you do not wish to have a photograph taken of you, please contact the organisers prior to the start of the activity. Registration fee I enclose the registration fee of m5 (this fee entitles participant to enter all walks). No fee is charged for over 65s or under 18s. I agree to follow the instructions of the organisers/tutors of this activity and will inform them if I should need to leave the activity early. For Monaghan Sports Partnership OFFICE USE ONLY Payment Received m Signed Date Date Signed
Welcome to walking week We are delighted to announce a number of walks taking place throughout County Monaghan during Irish Heart Week as we aim to promote physical activity among all ages and abilities. There is no easier way to accumulate the recommended amount of physical activity (30 mins moderate activity per day for adults) than by walking and no better place to do so than within the scenic and tranquil estates, forests and towns of Monaghan County. A new slí na slainte route will be officially launched in Monaghan town Walking Week is a new initiative of Monaghan Sports Partnership, supported by the Irish Sports Council and in conjunction with a number of other local partners. We want everyone to enjoy and celebrate the natural landscapes and rich diversity of walking trails in Monaghan so take a stroll and listen to the tales of Patricks Kavanaghs life at Inniskeen or the history of Senator Billy Fox Park, explore the woodlands of Dún a Rí, Lough Muckno or Rossmore Forest Parks, investigate the grand estates of Castle Leslie or Hilton Park, indulge in the diverse habitats at Ballybay Wetlands and the bogland of Sliabh Beagh, investigate historical Clones and be amazed in Dartrey forest estate - there s something for everyone during walking week. We look forward to meeting you there! Michelle Murphy, Sports Coordinator, Monaghan Sports Partnership Monaghan Walking Week is action 1.9.4 of Monaghan Sports Partnership s Strategic Plan 2008-2013 Irish Heart Week is encouraging you to be more active and to enjoy the many health benefits of regular activity, such as improved wellbeing, reduced stress, staying a healthy weight as well as reducing your risk of heart disease and stroke. Irish Heart Week 21st - 27th 2009 For a healthy heart you need at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on 5 days a week. Moderate activity causes an increase in your breathing and heart rate, similar to a brisk walk. Walking is a great way to get active; it's free, suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels and can be done almost anywhere! The risk of injury is low as walking doesn't put pressure on your joints. Monaghan Sports Partnership has organised its series of walks to coincide with Irish Heart Week but if you cannot attend any of the organised walks, then why not organise your own walk and consider raising money for the Irish Heart Foundation. For more information, log on to www.irishheart.ie
Monday 21st Launch of New Slí na Sláinte route in Monaghan Time Details 3.30pm Teach na ndaoine Family Resource Centre, Oriel Road, Mullaghmatt, Cortolvin, Monaghan Come along to the launch of the new walking route in Monaghan town and feel free to take a stroll around the newly marked route. See the inside back page of this brochure for more info. Walk 1 Hilton Park Estate Walk 2 Patrick Kavanagh The Enchanted Way 11.00am 12.30pm Scotshouse Community Centre a shuttle bus will transport walkers to the main entrance of the estate (please note that car parking on this occasion is not permissible within the estate). The Walk will progress through the estate and emerge on the Scotshouse road, returning to the Community Centre 3-4km 1.5 hour 042-9755126 Tea served in the Scotshouse Community Centre afterwards 3.00pm 3.30pm Patrick Kavanagh Centre 3km 1.5 hour Contact the Patrick Kavanagh Centre, Inniskeen at 042-9378560 Tea served in the Poet s Rest Coffee shop afterwards Walk 3 Castle Leslie Estate 11.00am 1.00pm Outside the reception area of the Hunting Lodge 3 4 km 2 hours Return to the Hunting Lodge for tea Walk 4 Senator Billy Fox Memorial Park 2.00pm 3.00pm Car park at Billy Fox Park From Ballybay take Shercock road for approximately 8 miles. Take road to right (at Bawn), signposted for Senator Billy Fox Memorial Park approximately 1 mile on left hand side. 1.5 km 1 hour Walk 5 Lough Muckno (Black Island) Castleblayney (1) For a detailed description on the walks, please check out our web page on www.monaghansports.ie Tuesday 22nd 6.00pm 7.00pm Hope Castle car park 3 4km 1 hour Contact Rita Connell on 086-8046297 Return to Hope Castle for tea Wellingtons or suitable walking boots are a must for all walks!
Wednesday 23rd Thursday 24th Walk 6 Ballybay Wetlands Public Walk 11.00am School Walk 12.00 noon Public Walk 12.00 noon School Walk 1.00pm Outside the reception area of the Wetlands Conference Centre From Ballybay take R183 for Clones. Approximately 1 kilometre out of town take left laneway to Wetlands venue 1.5 km 1 hour Return to the Wetlands Conference Centre for tea / refreshments Walk 7 Dún a Rí Forest Park 6.00pm 7.15pm Public car park within the forest Dun a Ri forest park is located along the Carrickmacross Kingscourt road (R179) on the right hand side past Cabra Castle entrance which is on the left. Parking is available within the grounds 3-4 km 1.15 hour Tea / refreshments served afterwards in the car park Forbairt Chomhtháite Mhuineacháin Monaghan Integrated Development Supporting Growth and Opportunity Walk 8 Clones Town Trail 12.00 noon 1.30pm Cassandra Hand Centre The Cassandra Hand Centre is located on Abbey Street in Clones town. Abbey Street links McCurtain St (Scotshouse Rd) and Cara Street (Cavan Rd) 2-3km 1.5 hour Contact Josephine McKenna at the Cassandra Hand Centre at 047-52997 Return to the Cassandra Hand Centre for tea Walk 9 Knockatallon Walks Walk A 5.00pm Walk B 6.00pm Walk A 7.00pm Walk B 7.00pm Sliabh Beagh Tourism Centre, Knockatallon From Monaghan town follow N54 Clones road past Monaghan Leisure complex and taking next right hand slip road for Scotstown (signposted Tydavnet). Through Scotstown continue straight to Knockatallon (5 miles approx) Walk A is for more experienced walkers which will last up to 2 hours and those wishing to walk that distance should arrive for a 5.00pm start. Walk B is for walkers who would prefer an introductory walk through Sliabh Beagh bogland should arrive before 6.00pm. 1 hour / 2 hours Return to the Sliabh Beagh Hotel for tea / refreshments In association with Monaghan Integrated Development Ltd. (formerly Co. Monaghan Partnership), County Monaghan Older Peoples Network is hosting an evening of entertainment and refreshments after the Thursday walks in Sliabh Beagh Hotel, commencing at 7pm. All are welcome. Admission m3. If you are not participating in the walks but would like to attend the social evening, then please register your place with Gerard Callan, Community Development Officer, Monaghan Integrated Development Ltd at 042-9749500
FRIDAY 25TH Walk 10 Dartrey Forest Estate Sunday 27TH 6.00pm 8.00pm Rockcorry GAA club, on the outskirts of Rockorry on the Monaghan road. From Monaghan town, follow signs for Cootehill through Swanns Cross and into Rockcorry GAA club is on right on approach road to Rockcorry.A shuttle bus will transport walkers to the starting point along the Cootehill road which does not have the capacity for car parking 5km 1.5 hour Return to Rockcorry Community resource Centre for tea / refreshments Ulster Canal Capers Festival The Ulster Canal Capers Festival, taking place in Clones, promises to be packed with fun and challenges including the soap box derby, nature walks and many other activities. The festival is the result of a collaboration between Waterways Ireland, Clones Chamber of Commerce, a host of local community groups and Blackwater Regional Partnership. We are delighted to include these walks for your information. Nature Walk (10.00am) Discover the hidden gems of Clones and the Ulster Canal where the boats once carried their cargo of goods to another. Meet at 10am at the Lennard Arms Hotel, Clones for a cup of tea or coffee before Walk 11 Rossmore Forest Park 11.00 am 1.00 pm Rossmore forest car park Take the N54 from Monaghan to Clones. At approx 2km turn left onto the R189 to Newbliss.The forest park entrance is approx 1km on this road. 5km 1.5 hours Return to Rossmore car park for tea / refreshments Walk 12 Lough Muckno (Black Island) Castleblayney (2) For a detailed description on the walks, please check out our web page on www.monaghansports.ie SATURDAY 26TH 2.00pm 4.00pm Hope Castle car park 6 7km 2 hour Contact Rita Connell on 086-8046297 Return to Hope Castle for tea departing on the walk which is approximately 4 miles in duration and loops back to the starting point with a finishing time around 12 noon. Heritage Walk (3.00pm) Enjoy a guided tour around Clones towns Heritage Trail to view the high cross, round tower and many other hidden treasures. Meet at 3pm at the Cassandra Hand Centre on Abbey Street.. The Ulster Canal Walks are free of charge and everyone is welcome.. Booking is recommended and do so so, contact Blackwater Regional Partnership on 0044(0) 28 37569102 or e-mail julieannspence@dungannon.gov.uk
Launch of New Sli na Slainte Route in Monaghan - - Slí na Sláinte stands for 'path to health'. Developed by the Irish Heart Foundation - the national heart and stroke charity - it's the outgoing way to make walking far more enjoyable. There are designated Sli routes all over the Country of varying lengths. The Health Promotion Department of the HSE North East, in conjunction with the Irish Heart Foundation, Monaghan County Council and Teach na ndaoine Family Resource Centre is pleased to announce the launch of a new Sli na Sláinte route in Monaghan town. Slí na Sláinte stands for 'path to health' The launch of the walk will take place on Monday 21st at 3.30pm at Teach na ndaoine Family Resource Centre, Oriel Road, Mullaghmatt where everyone is invited to attend. Walking for Health Workshops To coincide with the launch of the new Slí na Sláinte route for Monaghan and the Monaghan Walking Week, the HSE is also facilitating two WALKING FOR HEALTH workshops on Thursday 24th as follows:. Workshop 1 2.00pm 4.30pm (Limited to 20 places). Workshop 2 6.30pm 9.00pm (Limited to 20 places) This workshop is open to people of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential for either workshops. Please contact Angie McKenna at Teach na ndaoine FRC on 047-71398. Health experts claim that Walking can:. Make you feel good. Give you more energy. Reduce stress and help you sleep better. Keep your heart 'strong' and reduce blood pressure. Help to manage your weight A Message from Monaghan County COuncil But did you know that Walking CAN SERIOUSLY DAMAGE YOUR HEALTH? HOW? If you don t take care and end up getting knocked down by a vehicle In 2007 alone, 81 pedestrians were killed on Irish roads representing around a quarter of all those killed that year on the roads. A further 884 were injured. We want you to enjoy the great benefits that walking brings so we encourage you to:. Get a High- Visibility vest / jacket or reflective belt and wear it even during the day. Someone wearing a high visibility jacket will be clearly seen by an oncoming car nearly four lengths of a football pitch away (500 metres). If not wearing any reflective material the same driver will only see a pedestrian when they are a distance of 50 metres or half a football pitch away. At 100km/h a car will travel 27 metres a second. That means the car driver has just two seconds to react to a person s presence on the road which doesn t leave a lot of time to react in an emergency.. At night, if walking on an unlit road,supplement the reflective gear with a torch.. If there is a footpath use it. If not, walk on the right hand side facing oncoming traffic.. Although it is good to have company when out walking - do not walk more than two abreast. If the road is narrow or carries heavy traffic, you should walk in single file.. Don t use a mobile phone when crossing a road or walking along a road that doesn t have a footpath it may distract you.. Listening to music can be a great de-stressor but make sure that you can still hear approaching traffic. Walking is a free natural way of maintaining good health but only if simple precautions are taken to prevent injury or death
Monaghan Sports Partnership Promoting responsible use of the Countryside Leave No Trace is an Outdoor Ethics Programme designed to promote and inspire responsible outdoor recreation through education, research, and partnerships. An ethic can be defined as knowing what the right thing to do is, and doing it, even if there is no one about to see you do it. Leave No Trace depends more on attitude and awareness than on rules and regulations. Practising a LEAVE NO TRACE ethic is very simple: Make it hard for others to see or hear you and LEAVE NO TRACE of your visit. Why Leave No Trace? As increasing numbers of people seek the beauty and exhilaration of outdoor recreation, our collective mark on the environment and its natural processes, increases. Litter, disturbance to vegetation, water pollution, wildlife, livestock and other people are all indicators of the need to develop a national ethic that protects both natural and cultural heritage. Techniques designed to minimise the social and environmental impacts to these areas are incorporated into the Leave No Trace Outdoor Ethics Education Programme as seven principles. The Seven Principles of Leave No Trace 1. Plan ahead and prepare 2. Be considerate of others 3. Respect farm animals and wildlife 4. Travel and camp on durable ground 5. Leave what you find 6. Dispose of waste properly 7. Minimise the effects of fire Practising a Leave No Trace ethic is very simple: Make it hard for others to see or hear you and LEAVE NO TRACE of your visit. Remember we all have a part to play, whether walking your dog, fishing, hiking, biking or visiting your local park - please Leave No Trace and be an advocate for the message. To find out more or to download an information booklet, log onto http://www.leavenotraceireland.org/ Address Ballybay Town Council Offices Main Street, Ballybay Co. Monaghan Telephone 042 9755126 Email info@monaghansports.ie Web www.monaghansports.ie Monaghan Sports Partnership would like to thank Monaghan County Council for the provision of high visibility vests for participants of walking week and we encourage you to use them at all times when out walking Be Safe, Be Seen... while out walking leaflet design+print SWIFTPRINT 047 71565