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A few moody shots taken in the Erriff Woods near Leenaun during the recent heat wave.

In the past, whenever I was in the area, I would frequently look up at Ben Gorm and ponder how people were able to climb and cross the seemingly steep pinnacle that is visible from Ashleigh Falls. I finally decided it was time to see it for myself—how it was done and what was at the summit—because I assumed it had to be a difficult climb!

A few years back, "The Wild Nephin Project," a massive endeavour to rewild a portion of this County, was revealed, and it was on my mind while I was strolling the Letterkeen Loop walk lately. I questioned whether the goal of turning this part of the Nephin Begs into a true "Wilderness" area was still on course. In this blog, I provide a brief description of the walk itself as well as a story that highlights some of the noteworthy discoveries I made upon returning home and doing some more research on the subject.

A day trip to climb Buckoogh Mountain in the Nephin Begs.

A hike with an overnight stay on the remote Birreencorragh Mountains in the Nephin Beg range provide splendid views and a great experience not too soon forgotton.

August 2020: Trek to Slieve Carr in Ballycroy National Park, remotest place in Ireland !

“Reach for the stars” !

“You don’t have to venture too far from home to get some good shots ”.