🌲🔥 What an incredible weekend at Larch Hill! Our Scouts had on an unforgettable camping adventure filled with laughter, song, and captivating stories by the campfire. 🏕️✨
On Saturday we hiked in the Dublin Mountains up to the top of Fairy Castle and we took in some breathtaking views along the way. Let the memories made around the campfire and in the mountains serve as a testament to the incredible spirit of our Scouts. 📸🔥🌈
Category: Hike
Maulin Hike – Photos
Fantastic day on the hills yesterday. All of the Scouts were brilliant, positive attitudes making for a great buzz and thoroughly enjoyable day out. Well done all!
Ireland’s Eye Trip – Photos
We had a fantastic day on Ireland’s Eye. We caught the boat across from Howth harbour and explored the island in the blazing sun!
Hike Details – Saturday 27th February
Hi all,
As discussed at last night’s meeting, we will be meeting at the Den at 9:45 am on Saturday morning. We will be heading up to Carlingford and climbing Louth’s highest mountain Slieve Foye (588 metres).
The weather forecast is no rain, but chilly so make sure to have plenty of layers, hats and gloves. You can view the forecast here
We should be back at 4:30pm (approx)
See you all Saturday!!
Gear List
- Neckerchief
- Packed Lunch
- Hat

- Gloves
- Thick jumper
- Day bag (backpack)
- Hiking boots
- Thick socks
- Rain gear – Rain Jacket and Rain Trousers
- Torch
- Emergency rations (sweets)
- Survival bag (bivi bag)
- Whistle
- Platypus/Water Bottle
Skills Videos
We will be practising some mountain skills, here’s a couple of videos to remind you :
Hike – Sunday 15th Feb

Hi all,
As discussed at last night’s meeting, we will be meeting at the Den at 10:30 am on Sunday morning.
The weather forecast is no rain, but chilly so make sure to have plenty of layers, hats and gloves. You can view the forecast here
We should be back at 5pm (approx)
See you all Sunday!!
Here is the gear list for the hike:
- Neckerchief
- Packed Lunch
- Hat

- Gloves
- Thick jumper
- Day bag (backpack)
- Hiking boots
- Thick socks
- Rain gear – Rain Jacket and Rain Trousers
- Torch
- Emergency rations (sweets)
- Survival bag (bivi bag)
- Whistle
- Platypus/Water Bottle
Lough Dan – Camping Weekend – 23rd-25th May
Hi All,
A reminder that we will be heading to Lough Dan next weekend (Fri 23rd- Sat 25th May). We’ll be hiking up Scarr Mountain and camping beside the lake in Lough Dan. The cost is €10 per Scout. We hope you all can make it!
See you all at the meeting later this evening!
Gear List for the Camping Weekend:
- Ground mat
- Sleeping bag
- Full rain gear
- Full change of clothes
- Hiking Boots
- Wash gear
- Towel
- Eating utensils – plate, cup, knife, fork and spoon
- Hat and gloves
- Spare warm jumper/fleece
- Torch
- A few black bags. To be used to keep things dry
If you have them:
- Compass
- Penknife
- Bivy bag
- First Aid Kit




































































































































