Lough Corrib Angling Report 12/02/2010 Lough Corrib is still fishing very well, with plenty of action at the surface. John Walsh reports that the Cornamona-Greenfields area has seen some good sport over the last week, although anglers have been slow to get out and take advantage. 9 anglers reported 25 trout in 22 rod-days for approx 41lbs, with dry sedges proving most successful. Green Peters are also accounting for a good number of fish.
Experience the Magic of Celtic Heritage at Brigit's Garden in the West of Ireland
Brigit's Garden takes you on a magical journey through the sacred
spiral of the seasons into the heart of Celtic heritage and mythology,
making it one of the truly outstanding attractions in Galway.
THE OUGHTERARD TOURIST OFFICE IS THE OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION PROVIDER FOR THE FBD RAS 2010 STAGE FINISH 25TH MAY. THE FBD INSURANCE RAS 8 DAY INTERNATIONAL CYCLE RACE, now in its 58th year, is included on the prestigious Union Cycliste International Calendar of International Cycle Races. Most important of all the FBD INSURANCE RAS provides a major international cycle race on home ground for the Irish National Squad and essential developmental experience for our young riders.
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West of Ireland Weekender - we’re going into the West ...Do you want to get fitter, or run faster - have you got goals you want to achieve? You can do all this and enjoy a weekend break at the same time in Oughterard, Co. Galway. Check out www.therunninginn.co.uk for more information on this fantastic fitness weekend in Connemara.
Walking in Oughterard There are some lovely walks to be taken in and around Oughterard. You could take the Riverwalk which brings you down to the lake and back the bog road or you could take a walk into the woods on the Glann road. We also have a lovely new walk called "The Golden Mile" which was produced by the local Culture and Heritage group.
The Western Way Connemara This famous trail, The Western Way, begins in Oughterard on the shores of Lough Corrib. It winds its way through Connemara’s Highlands offering superb views of mountains, lakes and coast, including the great fjord of Killary harbour.
Derroura Mountain Bike Trail Derroura Mountain Bike Trail Network, over 16 kms in length, lies at the gateway to Connemara. The trails are located approximately 7kms to the west of Oughterard between the N59 road and Lough Corrib in Co. Galway. Visit www.coillte.ie and www.mountainbiking.ie for more information.
Volvo Ocean Race Galway!www.volvooceanrace.org Galway to be the finish port for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12.It was announced that Galway is to be the Finish Port for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12. The announcement was welcomed by the Taoiseach, Brian Cowen TD, along with representatives from the Volvo Ocean.