Congratulations Gaeltachts – what an achievement

With the Relay For Life attracting our attention and some of our usual suspects keeping a low profile in 2012, our club sat out the western region’s  Team Show Jumping Qualifier which took place on Sunday in Knock. But Donegal was ably represented by a team from the Donegal Gaeltachts. Following a brilliant effort byContinue reading “Congratulations Gaeltachts – what an achievement”

Ride-out at Legnahoory, Kilmacrennan, Friday 25 May

What could be nicer than a leisurely evening ride through beautiful countryside, now that summer has finally arrived? This Friday Hazel will lead an excursion from John and Sharon’s Kellee Stables near Kilmacrennan, meeting from 7pm for a prompt 7.30pm departure. The ride will last about an hour-and-a-half, after which you’ll be rewarded with lightContinue reading “Ride-out at Legnahoory, Kilmacrennan, Friday 25 May”

Relay For Life: Weekend arrangements *updated

Team Captain, Cormac, has an update on arrangements for the weekend: I have spoken to most people at this stage and have got agreement on the slots they will fill over the 24hrs. The idea is that at least 2 people at a time would be there for 2hrs and they can choose between themselvesContinue reading “Relay For Life: Weekend arrangements *updated”

Magical Carrickfinn worth the two-year wait

The weather came good when we needed it this year and 10 members enjoyed a memorable camping trip in magical Carrickfinn. Most of them are still nursing sore ribs, injured from excessive laughter on a long and lingering Saturday night by a mighty campfire. Spectacular surroundings, great weather, wonderful riding, good eating and priceless company.Continue reading “Magical Carrickfinn worth the two-year wait”

Lessons at Glenleary a great success

Despite the questionable weather outlook, Friday night’s lessons at Glenleary were a great success and everybody benefitted from Mary Finneran’s tuition. Two groups rode, both of them choosing jumping over flatwork, with Sally venturing happily over coloured poles for the first time in her riding club life. Many thanks to Mary for the usual expertContinue reading “Lessons at Glenleary a great success”