Offaly Social Walks Leaders Network

Our Leaders provide access to the local community to walking for health and social networking opportunities.

Event types

We offer different types of walks across the midlands. You can choose which one you want to join, and what you need to participate. Please see our Walking Tips here.

Guided Walks

Can be anywhere, and often involves rougher surfaces, inclines and off the beaten track destinations. You need to be fit to manage the needs of the location. You will need: Read more >>

Social walks

Connect with old and new friends and add a bit of group exercise as you experience nature around you. Read more >>

Fitness

Push a little harder and walk or jug at a demanding pace. Join your health life with experiencing nature. Read more >>

Upcoming events

Leave no trace policy

“Leave nothing but footsteps, take nothing but memories”

The Leave No Trace Seven Principles

  • Plan ahead and prepare.
  • Travel and camp on durable surfaces.
  • Dispose of waste properly.
  • Leave what you find.
  • Minimize campfire impacts (be careful with fire).
  • Respect wildlife.
  • Be considerate of other visitors.

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Associates

Discover Ireland

Get Ireland Walking

Slieve Bloom Walks

Leaders place

Services and checklists for Leaders

Useful guides for safe walking.

Personal equipment

  • Raingear
  • Hat Gloves