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2026-09-21T08:59:43Z

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Truly Wise Ticklist

2026-05-06T15:59:05Z

Aodhan:

This ticklist of hikes, scrambles and climbs is for the truly wise mountaineers.

==Hikes==

===Maamturks Challenge===
The Ultimate club hike, at 25-30km and ~2500-2800m of elevation it is a big day out. Starting at Corcóg and finishing in Leenane is the traditional and reccomended direction. The Col of Despondency (aka Radiance) lives up to its name and is best overcome in a silent continous march.

The challenge can be combined with walking back to Maam on the road to create the ultimate torture hike.

===Glencoaghan Horseshoe===

===Mweelrea Horseshoe===

===Maamtrasna===
[[Maamtrasna]] is an interesting day out with many different possible routes up it and endless wandering across its boggy platuea in search of its summit.

===Eochair===
[[Eochair]] is perhaps the greatest hike in the world and should be on the bucket list of all keen mountaineers

==Scrambles/Multipitches==

===Glencullin Ridge===
Starting from Doolough, up the ridge on the right side of Coum Dubh to finish on Ben Bury, can be combined with other scrambles from the Coum or scramble up the waterfall gully at L814693 to reach the base of the ridge.

===Carrot Ridge===
A classic outing on bens quartzite

===Ragged Ridge & Deckled Edge===
A pair of scrambles either side of a gully, both short but well worth the effort plus you get to pass the magnificent Eochair. Can do them both in a day if you have time and the energy to walk around

==Trad Climbs==

===€40 Patagonia Hat===
A true club classic

===Triumph Crack===

===Wackey===

===Ground Control===

===Jug City===

===Slave Labour===

===The Ramp===

===Route 32===

===Skywalker===

===Kleptomaniac===

===Ice Queen===

Rover Soc History

2026-04-15T14:34:32Z

Aodhan:

The society was official started in 2010 by Sean Mooney. However, evidence suggested that a scout and guide society might have existed in the university as far back as the 1980’s. For the first two years the members peaked just over 100 members with a small number of events ran. Following a rejuvenation in 2014/2015 member reached over 600 students.

The society became a bit inactive after covid but was revitalised again in 2022 with almost 1500 members by the end of 2022/23 academic year.

The society goes through cycles of prosperity and hardship. There first era of prosperity was from circa 2013 to 2016, led by James, Fionn and Cathal . The society continued until the Covid 19 pandemic when it was reduced to zoom meetings. However on a Wednesday the 20th of October 2021 a zoom meeting was held which went on to become a pivotal moment in the societies history. Niall was elected Auditor and Aodhán secretary. Other people were also elected but historians are unsure whether they were real people as they were never seen again. This committee lit the spark that would start the golden age of rover soc. The golden age really kicked off with the election of the 22/23 committee and the unlocking of the rover store. The 22/23 year started off strong with campfires, camps (including camping in the quad) and hammocking. €11k was spent on upgrading the societies equipment with a full suite of quality tentage, trangias, pioneering poles, the works. The following year continued this incredible trajectory with more adventures culminating in hosting rover intervarsities and a trip to Switzerland. The intervarsities were the first to be hosted in many years and despite the horrendous weather it was a success. The final event of the year was a trip to Kandersteg in Switzerland where participants volunteered their time preparing the centre for the summer. It is probably the cheapest week holiday anyone has ever had in switzerland with everything including transport, accommodation, some programme and food coming to just €120.

However nothing lasts forever and the first sign of a dark age was the knocking of the rover store. Now homeless, organising events became much more difficult. The following year, the risk assessments became more and more strict, severly limiting what the society could do. Now the society is waiting for a hero to come and fight the evil buildings and estates people to give them back a home and let them light fires on campus again.

Rover Soc History

2026-04-15T14:33:06Z

Aodhan:

The society was official started in 2010 by Sean Mooney. However, evidence suggested that a scout and guide society might have existed in the university as far back as the 1980’s. For the first two years the members peaked just over 100 members with a small number of events ran. Following a rejuvenation in 2014/2015 member reached over 600 students.

The society became a bit inactive after covid but was revitalised again in 2022 with almost 1500 members by the end of 2022/23 academic year.

The society goes through cycles of prosperity and hardship. There first era of prosperity was from circa 2013 to 2016, led by James, Fionn and Cathal . The society continued until the Covid 19 pandemic when it was reduced to zoom meetings. However on a Wednesday the 20th of October 2021 a zoom meeting was held which went on to become a pivotal moment in the societies history. Niall was elected Auditor and Aodhán secretary. Other people were also elected but historians are unsure whether they were real people as they were never seen again. This committee lit the spark that would start the golden age of rover soc. The golden age really kicked off with the election of the 22/23 committee and the unlocking of the rover store. The 22/23 year started off strong with campfires, camps (including camping in the quad) and hammocking. €11k was spent on upgrading the societies equipment with a full suite of quality tentage, trangias, pioneering poles, the works. The following year continued this incredible trajectory with more adventures culminating in hosting rover intervarsities and a trip to Switzerland. The intervarsities were the first to be hosted in many years and despite the horrendous weather it was a success. The final event of the year was a trip to Kandersteg in Switzerland where participants volunteered their time preparing the centre for the summer. It is probably the cheapest week holiday anyone has ever had in switzerland with everything including transport, accommodation, some programme and food coming to just €120.

However nothing lasts forever and the first sign of a dark age was the knocking of the rover store. Now homeless, organising events became much more difficult. The following year, the risk assessments became more and more strict restricting how much the society could do. Now the society is waiting for a hero to come and fight the evil buildings and estates people to give them back a home and let them light fires on campus again.

Rover Wiki

2026-04-15T14:32:51Z

Aodhan:

Rover Wiki

2026-04-15T14:32:19Z

Aodhan:

== Welcome to the University of Galway Rover Soc Wiki ==

The Rover Soc is the best and Socs in the University. This wiki was set up to become a repository of information, traditions and history.

This Wiki is hidden within the Mountaineering Club Wiki and if you have found it, that means you are a true Rover.

The society goes through cycles of prosperity and hardship. There first era of prosperity was from circa 2013 to 2016, led by James, Fionn and Cathal . The society continued until the Covid 19 pandemic when it was reduced to zoom meetings. However on a Wednesday the 20th of October 2021 a zoom meeting was held which went on to become a pivotal moment in the societies history. Niall was elected Auditor and Aodhán secretary. Other people were also elected but historians are unsure whether they were real people as they were never seen again. This committee lit the spark that would start the golden age of rover soc. The golden age really kicked off with the election of the 22/23 committee and the unlocking of the rover store. The 22/23 year started off strong with campfires, camps (including camping in the quad) and hammocking. €11k was spent on upgrading the societies equipment with a full suite of quality tentage, trangias, pioneering poles, the works. The following year continued this incredible trajectory with more adventures culminating in hosting rover intervarsities and a trip to Switzerland. The intervarsities were the first to be hosted in many years and despite the horrendous weather it was a success. The final event of the year was a trip to Kandersteg in Switzerland where participants volunteered their time preparing the centre for the summer. It is probably the cheapest week holiday anyone has ever had in switzerland with everything including transport, accommodation, some programme and food coming to just €120.

However nothing lasts forever and the first sign of a dark age was the knocking of the rover store. Now homeless, organising events became much more difficult. The following year, the risk assessments became more and more strict restricting how much the society could do. Now the society is waiting for a hero to come and fight the evil buildings and estates people to give them back a home and let them light fires on campus again.
==Contents==

===[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Rover_Soc_History History]===

===[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Rover_Committees Committees]===

===[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Rover_Store Rover Store]===

===[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Rover_Collab_Camp Rover Collab Camp]===

Rover Store

2026-04-15T10:43:23Z

Aodhan:

The Rover Store was a mythical place full of quality tentage. It was located in the O'Halloran House, 18 Distillery Road, the weird bungalow between the Kingfisher and the Concourse. It has since been destroyed to make way for the new library.

==O'Halloran House==
O'Halloran House was split into at least 3 sections which were not connected to each other. At the front was the Rover Soc and Astro Soc stores. On the east end, there was a rock-cutting lab and on the west end, there was another rock-cutting lab. There was rumoured to be an upstairs to the building but no one knew how to get up there, the only evidence was there is a single upstairs window in the east gable end of the building. When security was asked if there was an upstairs they denied it raising even more suspicion as to what or who was kept up there.

==History==
Rover Soc first got access to the house in 2016, which at the time it shared with the computer society. The wardrobe was bought for five euros in a local charity shop and just about fitted into the back of a car. Prior to the house, the society had access to a locker in the back of the kingfisher which now stores the Maamturks equipment. It swapped this locker with the Mountaineering club for access to one of the large climbing lockers. A member of the society accidentally left milk in this locker, and the Kingfisher was forced to club the lock to access it because the smell was so bad.

The second room, used to be a dark room for developing film with blacked-out windows and red lights. It is unknown when exactly this dark room was used. At some point, Astro Soc began sharing the second room with CompSoc.

After Covid when the Society was being revived Socsbox lost their copy of the key to O'Halloran House and so did security. After bugging both of them for many months eventually access was regained. The committee at the time (Niall and Aodhán) had no idea what wonders were held in there.

In the second room, CompSoc had an array of bizarre items. Loads of old desktops and monitors, a blender, a kettle (which was commandeered for the climbing wall), a flip phone (which Cian Mulkern uses semi-regularly to this day), an ancient Apple Mac, a radio which only kinda worked and much, much more.

In 2022/23 the Rover Soc got funding for a large equipment purchase. They decided that the front room would be too small for the magnitude of quality tentage that was going to be acquired. They emailed Compsoc asking for space in the second room for equipment. This was the first time the Compsoc Committee had heard they had a storeroom. After a few more emails and messages they agreed to give some space to Rover Soc. After a few more emails and messages they agreed to move some of their stuff. After a few more emails and messages they actually got around to moving their stuff. They cleared out everything they owned so now Rover Soc took over with Astro Soc still keeping a few telescopes in the corner.

==Destruction==
In September 2023, a planning notice at the back of the building was discovered stating that the university planned on knocking the store to build a new security office so they could knock the security office to build a new library. The society is currently trying to secure a new room with contenders in the film school and by the bike workshop.

Upon hearing that the store was going to be knocked the committee decided that they should sleep in the store before its gone. So on the 2nd of December 2023 3 intrepid rovers stayed the night in the store. It was surprisingly warm because the radiators in store were left on for several months by accident.

In January of 2024 the rovers were forced to vacate the property and in April the building was mercilessly destroyed. The rovers were moved to Rehearsal Room 1 of Block R where SocsBox kept their financial records until recently.

==Furnishings==
There were a number of peculiar features of O'Halloran House described below

===The Hand Dryer===

There was a hand dryer located in the bathroom of the front room. When turned on it produced the most vile burning smell. It was an extreme fire hazard.

===The Mould===

The fire escape instructions in a picture frame had mould growing in it. It was mostly contained to the picture frame thankfully.

===CompSoc First Aid Kit===

In the CompSoc room there was a first aid kit which was surprisingly well stocked. On it there is a label that says "Do not remove from 18 Distillery Road". It has become rover equipment and has been brought on several adventures outside of 18 Distillery Road

===Picture of Cathal===

There was a picture of Cathal Breathnach and someone else receiving an award from Christy McCann <3.

===The Bonk Mallet===

Upon reopening the store after Covid, a mallet that was on its last legs was discovered it would be extremely hazardous to use it for anything due to the large crack in the head. Using a sharpie the words bonk were written on it. It was pretty funny.

===The Moths===

For some reason there were an alarming number of moths in the store. They usually hung out on the ceiling in the compsoc room or between the sign and glass on the door as they desperately try to escape. There seemed to be consistently about 5-10 moths in residence in the store.

Climbing Wall

2026-04-15T10:42:30Z

Aodhan:

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|- style="text-align:center;"
! colspan="2" style="background-color:#c5f8c5;" | Kingfisher Climbing Wall
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:kf.PNG|frameless|upright=1.1|center|alt=Exterior of the climbing wall]]
|-
| '''Location'''
| [https://maps.app.goo.gl/rns7CYDi1vLkGSuH8 <nowiki>53°16'55''N 9°3'42''W</nowiki>]
|-
|'''Wall Height'''
| 10m
|-
|'''Disciplines'''
| Bouldering, Top Rope, Lead
|}
The '''Kingfisher Climbing Wall''' (also known as '''The Climbing Wall''' or just '''The Wall''') is the Mountaineering Club's headquarters and primary place of residence for the climbing members. It is located within and owned by the Kingfisher Gym, but maintained, operated and wholly governed by the Club. It has been the 2nd capital of the Club for generations of students (the 1st capital being the entirety of Connemara), and one of two climbing gyms in Galway (the other being the Co-op).

There is much club lore to be found in the wall, and it is encouraged to have a gander at and ask about all the various bits, some have great stories behind them!

== History ==
The Wall first opened alongside the Kingfisher on the 7th of November 2008. Prior to this the club climbed in the Bailey Allen Hall in Áras na Mac Leinn (which was an altogether less-equipped affair). The prevailing understanding among UGMC historians is that the original plans had a very different [https://youtu.be/tC6msn5HW_M?si=nQnZ9sju0bfosVE4 layout], with the climbing wall including where the cafe is. If the cafe was going to exist it would be completely integrated into the climbing wall area instead of being seperated by the wall and glass barricade. The wall would have been a lot more open to prying eyes so the authors are glad of the change of plans. It is unknown why the plans changed last minute, and historians can only speculate (or ask buildings and estates but thats too much effort).

The wall was notably put beside the Club's best friend (the sports unit) and not too far from it's worst enemy (the [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Rover_Store Rover Soc Shed]). Reasons for this may have been due to a dislike of mountains by the architect, but these are just rumours.

In 2024 the University demolished the Rover Soc shed. Despite the rivalry, the club mourned alongside their rover contemporaries, as the benefit of extremely close-by sleeping bags and tents was no more.

In 2025 the longstanding committee and gear cabinet was replaced, owing to concerns over it's strucural integrity (from more than one hit with an ice pick) and the fact that a new one was acquired for free from the sports unit. The cabinet had been in the wall for years and had developed quite the sticker collection from all over the world. Thankfully, in the infinite wisdom of the committee, this sticker panel was preserved at the wall for all to admire.

== Accidents & Incidents ==
There has actually never been an accident or injury in The Climbing Wall. It was in fact determined the safest place on campus, in Ireland, and even Europe, according to [[some people]].

== Native Creatures ==
There are many native inhabitants and creatures at The Climbing Wall.
=== Boulderer ===
The most dominant species are the 'Boulderers'. Despite their name are often found sitting on the bouldering mats, and not actually climbing. Often seen in a semi-awake state, they shout phrases like 'match you hands' or 'swap feet' in response to one of them actually attempting to boulder (which is frowned upon in their culture).

As the Summer months approach and the days get longer, this species can be seen undertaking their annual migration from the Kingfisher to the Co-op, where they will gather in groups to act in much the same way as they did in the Kingfisher, but now with much less natural light.

===Top Roper===
These creatures exist in pairs. Although not rare, a lone tope roper is extremely hard to come by, because of their intrinsic fear of asking someone they don't know to belay them. They often are seen with the boulderers, who they get on with very well. There exists a social hierarchy among the top ropers, based around who can do the incline or not.

===Lead Climber===
This species evolves from the top roper, after it has spent enough time at The Wall. Much rarer than the other two creatures, they believe themselves superior. They can be easily identified by their mating cry, where they shout 'ROPE', as they pull a rope out of the anchor to impress the other climbers.

===Social Night Attenders===
These creatures follow a strict hibernation cycle, only appearing at The Wall just before 9pm on a Tuesday, right before the social night. Zoologists believe it is due to them being afraid to walk along the canal to Monroes by themselves, as they are a very social (hehe) species. Few of these exist, because to be honest, its a bit of a sad existence.

===Rope Access Technicians===
Perhaps the ultimate form of inhabitant, due to this species discovery of a fundamental truth - The Climbing Wall wasn't meant for climbing. Armed with their ascenders, boots and gri-gri's they can often be seen simply "ascending" to heights and locations never thought reachable. A very curious species, the rope access technicians even discovered The Wall had openable windows, situated at the ceiling. Naturally, that made no difference to them, and the windows were accessed.

The Rope Accesss Technicians were mobilised to carry out a technical mission on the the 3rd of October 2025. Ellen from the sports unit made a call to the club to ask them to close the windows in the wall. The windows had been left open and the kingfisher staff were worried about them due to the storm raging outside. An elite strike team was tasked with the closing of the windows. The mission was successful with no damage sustained to the windows.

== The "Break Room" ==
A somewhat secret location at The Wall, The Break Room was rediscovered by Cillian, Neil and Aodhán. It is a large space situated behind the bouldering wall, approximately 4 by 6 metres. Despite being called The Break Room, it is not ideal for taking breaks in, as the copious levels of dust and the sketchy exit make it questionable.

Committee 2012/2013

2026-04-15T10:20:23Z

Aodhan:

'''Captain:''' Ronan McCaffrey

'''Secretary:''' Kevin Geoghegan

'''Treasurer:''' Mary O’Shea

'''Hiking Equipment Officer:''' Joe Egerton

'''Climbing Equipment Officer:''' Owen Hoare

'''Public Relations Officer:''' Jenny Cunningham

'''Hiking Vice-Captain:''' Vaclav Belak

'''Climbing Vice-Captain:''' Sarah O’Toole

'''Hiking Training and Safety Officer:''' Dylan Byrne

'''Climbing Training and Safety Officer:''' Leah Kearney

'''Hiking Registrar:''' Eszter Kobory

'''Climbing Registrar:''' Piaras O Giobuin

'''First Year Rep:''' James O Connell

Gweewhores 2026

2026-03-30T11:05:23Z

Aodhan:

The trip report for '''2026 Club Trip to Donegal''' (also known as '''Gweewhores '26''' due to being 5km from a village called Gweedore... weak I know).
== Details ==
'''Date''': 14th-17th March 2026

'''Location''': Dunlewey, Donegal

'''Hostel''': Errigal Hostel - An Óige

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===
The first day involved more of a hill & moorland walk to the Poison Glen & Glenveagh.
=== Day 2 ===
Day 2 saw the club send a reconnaissance expedition to scout the previously unconquered peak of Sliabh Sneachta in North Donegal.
== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
The climbers decided to brave the weather and went to Cruit. The crag they chose was the outdoor climbing wall, with a similar coefficient of friction to the walls of the kingfisher on the coarse granite, they were well at home.

=== Day 2 ===
The climbers once again decided to be brave and take on The Walled City aka Derry <s>aka Londonderry</s>. Some headed for the Foyle arena where they tried some decent routes (V0 in the kingfisher) and got mildly terrified by the autobelays (A foreign concept to the Kingfisher Climbers). Others headed out on a walking tour of the city, these "walkers" scaled the mighty city walls despite their lack of ankle supporting boots and looked at some murals.

As the bus had somehow ended up stuck in "traffic" in Clonmany, (scholars are working on theories that can explain how it got there) the climbers were forced to wait in the city for longer than expected. They based themselves in a Cafe Nero where they took turns venturing on missions around the shopping centre returning with assorted goodies such as free candyfloss.

== Events ==

===The Graduate Lounge===

Gweewhores 2026

2026-03-24T11:31:37Z

Aodhan:

== Details ==
'''Date''': 14th-17th March 2026

'''Location''': Dunlewey, Donegal

'''Hostel''': Errigal Hostel - An Óige

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===

=== Day 2 ===

== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
The climbers decided to brave the weather and went to Cruit. The crag they chose was the outdoor climbing wall, with a similar coefficient of friction to the walls of the kingfisher on the coarse granite, they were well at home.

=== Day 2 ===

== Events ==

Trips

2026-03-24T11:14:47Z

Aodhan:

'''Trips & Hostels'''

Note: Please feel free to add any years you can, plus the name of the hostel.

2025/26
* [[Glyder%3F_I_Hardly_Know_Her_2025|Semester 1: Snowdonia (Caseg Fraith Mountain Hut)]]
* [[Gweewhores_2026|Semester 2: Donegal (Errigal Hostel - An Óige)]]

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2024/2025

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*[[Glendacock_2025| Semester 2: Glendalough (Glendalough International Youth Hostel)]]

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2023/2024

*[[Fuckross_2023|Semester 1: Killarney (Muckross Youth Venture Hostel)]]
*Semester 2: Snowdonia (Mountain View House)

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2022/2023

*Semester 1: Buncrana (Tullyarvan Mill Hostel)
*[[Snowboner_2023|Semester 2: Snowdonia (YHA Snowden Ranger Hostel)]]

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2021/2022

*Semester 1: No trip due to Covid-19
*Semester 2: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)

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2020/2021

No trips due to Covid-19
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2019/2020

*Semester 1: Donegal (Dooey Hostel, Glencolumbkille)
*Semester 2: No trip due to Covid-19

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2018/2019

*Semester 1: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (Denton House, Keswick)

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2017/2018

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Bryn Gwynant)

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2016/2017

*Semester 1: Killarney (The Railway Hostel)
*Semester 2: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)

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2015/2016

*Semester 1:Donegal (Aras Ghlenn Cholm Cille )
*Semester 2:Wales (Corris)

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2014/2015

*Semester 1: Dingle (Rainbow Hostel)
*Christmas: Scotland, Fort William (Inchree)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (YHA Buttermere)

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2013/2014

*Semester 1: Mournes (Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Killarney(Fossa Camping Park)

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2012/2013

*Semester 1: Dingle
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Ranger)

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2011/2010

*Semester 1:
*Semester 2: Scotland

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2010/2009

*Semester 1: Wicklow (Rathdrum)
*Semester 2: Tipperary (The Mountain Lodge)

'''Also see [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Adventures Adventures] for more camping and hotels locations.'''

Gweewhores 2026

2026-03-24T11:13:01Z

Aodhan: Created page with "== Details == '''Date''': 14th-17th March 2026 '''Location''': Dunlewey, Donegal '''Hostel''': Errigal Hostel - An Óige == Hikes == === Day 1 === === Day 2 === == Climb..."

Trips

2026-03-24T11:10:21Z

Aodhan:

'''Trips & Hostels'''

Note: Please feel free to add any years you can, plus the name of the hostel.

2025/26
* [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/Glyder%3F_I_Hardly_Know_Her_2025 Semester 1: Snowdonia (Caseg Fraith Mountain Hut)]
* Semester 2: Donegal (Errigal Hostel - An Óige)

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2024/2025

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/Glendacock_2025 Semester 2: Glendalough (Glendalough International Youth Hostel)]

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2023/2024

*[[Fuckross_2023|Semester 1: Killarney (Muckross Youth Venture Hostel)]]
*Semester 2: Snowdonia (Mountain View House)

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2022/2023

*Semester 1: Buncrana (Tullyarvan Mill Hostel)
*[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Snowboner_2023 Semester 2: Snowdonia (YHA Snowden Ranger Hostel)]

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2021/2022

*Semester 1: No trip due to Covid-19
*Semester 2: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)

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2020/2021

No trips due to Covid-19
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2019/2020

*Semester 1: Donegal (Dooey Hostel, Glencolumbkille)
*Semester 2: No trip due to Covid-19

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2018/2019

*Semester 1: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (Denton House, Keswick)

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2017/2018

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Bryn Gwynant)

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2016/2017

*Semester 1: Killarney (The Railway Hostel)
*Semester 2: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)

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2015/2016

*Semester 1:Donegal (Aras Ghlenn Cholm Cille )
*Semester 2:Wales (Corris)

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2014/2015

*Semester 1: Dingle (Rainbow Hostel)
*Christmas: Scotland, Fort William (Inchree)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (YHA Buttermere)

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2013/2014

*Semester 1: Mournes (Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Killarney(Fossa Camping Park)

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2012/2013

*Semester 1: Dingle
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Ranger)

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2011/2010

*Semester 1:
*Semester 2: Scotland

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2010/2009

*Semester 1: Wicklow (Rathdrum)
*Semester 2: Tipperary (The Mountain Lodge)

'''Also see [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Adventures Adventures] for more camping and hotels locations.'''

Cuisine

2026-03-01T21:10:54Z

Aodhan:

''Here are a few club favourite recipes, please add your own!''

== Pizza in a Pan ==

An ideal dish for when everyone assumed the hostel would have an oven, but it doesn't. Actually surprisingly tasty.

'''Ingredients'''

1 Frozen pizza, ideally completely thawed due to a barely-working excuse of a fridge

''' Cooking Instructions '''

https://imgur.com/BAfrZdU.jpg

Aodhán and Niall decided this recipe could be further optimised for not only Club Trips but for all adventures even when there is neither an oven or a hob. Instead you can use a Trangia Spirit Stove. For more information go to [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Pizza_in_a_Trangia Pizza in a Trangia]

== Slow Cookers ==

Slow cookers are a great way to leave your food cooking while you're out hiking/climbing for the day. Ideally bring as many as possible to help ensure that the minimum of 10 slow cookers per Club Trip is met (this is enforced by Mountaineering Ireland). They have the added advantage of letting you know what your food would taste like overcooked, when you inevitably arrive back much later than you had planned. Leave it cooking in your room to add a pleasant smell and a thrilling risk of fire.

=== Slow Whiskey ===

[[File:Slow_whiskey.jpeg|thumb|upright=1|Slow whiskey on the Wales 2025 Trip.]]

Perfect for after a long wet hike. It never gets (c)old.

'''Ingredients'''
* 1.7L Boiling Water (1 Kettle’s worth)
* 800mL Whiskey (approx)
* 3-4 Lemon/Orange Slices
* Cloves
* 5 heaped teaspoons of Sugar

'''Cooking Instructions'''

1. Turn on the slow cooker, setting to warm.

2. Boil a full kettle.

3. Slice the orange/lemon into slices and place a clove into each segment.

4. Add the water and whiskey to the slow cooker, mixing well.

5. Add the sugar while stirring, ensuring all is dissolved.

6. Add the slices and let the hot whiskey stew for at least 5 minutes before serving.

'''Recommendations'''
* Replace sugar with honey for a healthier alternative.
* Ideally cook stew in the slow cooker beforehand and don’t wash the pot for extra flavour.

== Block of Cheese ==

[[File:Cheese.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|The preferred purchase.]]

A nutritious and versatile hiking meal. Extremely quick preparation time. Should be carried at all times in case of emergencies.

'''Ingredients'''

• The ''most vintage'' cheddar cheese obtainable (this will enhance its energising properties).

• Slicing Apparatus

''' Cooking Instructions '''

1. Purchase cheese.

2. Open packaging.

3. Slice Cheese (we aren't animals)

4. Enjoy.

The cheese has the ability to resuscitate tired hikers and can be distributed during hikes to boost morale.

Can be served as "the vegetarian option"

== Banana in a Wrap ==

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Banana

* 1 Wrap

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Remove all packaging from banana. Place onto wrap. Wrap up. Eat.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve with a side of bananas.

'''Wine Pairing'''

We suggest to serve this dish with a vintage banana juice.

== The True Creamer ==
[[File:Truecreamer.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|An example of the True Creamer at the 2024 Keane's Xmas Party.]]
While fools debate concepts such as "head", "shtick" and "domage", the wise mountaineer recognises only one qualifier for a superior pint of stout, the so called ''True Creamer''.

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Pint of Stout (preferably Guinness from a can)

* Carton of Milk

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Pour pint (or have it poured for you). Let it settle, the glass will probably be full so have a decent gulp. Unscrew the cap of the milk carton, and putting the rim of it up to the glass, slowly pour milk to your desired taste. The pint should turn a lovely pale brown colour. You have now achieved the True Creamer.

Note: more often than not someone other than the drinker of the pint prepares the True Creamer, often without the drinkers consent or prior knowledge - this is completely fine and they will be glad you did this.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve cooled with the remaining milk in the carton as a chaser.

'''Wine Pairing'''

A second pint.

== Soggy Chicken Roll ==

A popular lunch option for poor weather hiking.

'''Ingredients'''
* Your usual chicken roll order, or a breakfast roll if you want to switch it up.
* Water
* Cling Film

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Get your preferred chicken roll order from a deli on the way to the bus. Leave the roll in your bag and once you are hiking allow it to soak.

Once sufficiently damp, serve. It is best enjoyed in a storm shelter or after returning to the bus because it was too wet to stop for lunch. The wrapping does not need to be consumed but biting through the cling film can add a delightful twist to the texture, whilst also promoting the club's values of waste not want not.

'''Wine Pairing'''

Damp wine gums that have spilt out of their packet and become really sticky in your pocket or bag. Ideally with some dirt of unknown source stuck to them that you choose to ignore.

Cuisine

2026-03-01T16:07:33Z

Aodhan:

''Here are a few club favourite recipes, please add your own!''

== Pizza in a Pan ==

An ideal dish for when everyone assumed the hostel would have an oven, but it doesn't. Actually surprisingly tasty.

'''Ingredients'''

1 Frozen pizza, ideally completely thawed due to a barely-working excuse of a fridge

''' Cooking Instructions '''

https://imgur.com/BAfrZdU.jpg

Aodhán and Niall decided this recipe could be further optimised for not only Club Trips but for all adventures even when there is neither an oven or a hob. Instead you can use a Trangia Spirit Stove. For more information go to [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Pizza_in_a_Trangia Pizza in a Trangia]

== Slow Cookers ==

Slow cookers are a great way to leave your food cooking while you're out hiking/climbing for the day. Ideally bring as many as possible to help ensure that the minimum of 10 slow cookers per Club Trip is met (this is enforced by Mountaineering Ireland). They have the added advantage of letting you know what your food would taste like overcooked, when you inevitably arrive back much later than you had planned. Leave it cooking in your room to add a pleasant smell and a thrilling risk of fire.

=== Slow Whiskey ===

[[File:Slow_whiskey.jpeg|thumb|upright=1|Slow whiskey on the Wales 2025 Trip.]]

Perfect for after a long wet hike. It never gets (c)old.

'''Ingredients'''
* 1.7L Boiling Water (1 Kettle’s worth)
* 800mL Whiskey (approx)
* 3-4 Lemon/Orange Slices
* Cloves
* 5 heaped teaspoons of Sugar

'''Cooking Instructions'''

1. Turn on the slow cooker, setting to warm.

2. Boil a full kettle.

3. Slice the orange/lemon into slices and place a clove into each segment.

4. Add the water and whiskey to the slow cooker, mixing well.

5. Add the sugar while stirring, ensuring all is dissolved.

6. Add the slices and let the hot whiskey stew for at least 5 minutes before serving.

'''Recommendations'''
* Replace sugar with honey for a healthier alternative.
* Ideally cook stew in the slow cooker beforehand and don’t wash the pot for extra flavour.

== Block of Cheese ==

[[File:Cheese.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|The preferred purchase.]]

A nutritious and versatile hiking meal. Extremely quick preparation time. Should be carried at all times in case of emergencies.

'''Ingredients'''

• The ''most vintage'' cheddar cheese obtainable (this will enhance its energising properties).

• Slicing Apparatus

''' Cooking Instructions '''

1. Purchase cheese.

2. Open packaging.

3. Slice Cheese (we aren't animals)

4. Enjoy.

The cheese has the ability to resuscitate tired hikers and can be distributed during hikes to boost morale.

Can be served as "the vegetarian option"

== Banana in a Wrap ==

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Banana

* 1 Wrap

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Remove all packaging from banana. Place onto wrap. Wrap up. Eat.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve with a side of bananas.

'''Wine Pairing'''

We suggest to serve this dish with a vintage banana juice.

== The True Creamer ==
[[File:Truecreamer.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|An example of the True Creamer at the 2024 Keane's Xmas Party.]]
While fools debate concepts such as "head", "shtick" and "domage", the wise mountaineer recognises only one qualifier for a superior pint of stout, the so called ''True Creamer''.

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Pint of Stout (preferably Guinness from a can)

* Carton of Milk

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Pour pint (or have it poured for you). Let it settle, the glass will probably be full so have a decent gulp. Unscrew the cap of the milk carton, and putting the rim of it up to the glass, slowly pour milk to your desired taste. The pint should turn a lovely pale brown colour. You have now achieved the True Creamer.

Note: more often than not someone other than the drinker of the pint prepares the True Creamer, often without the drinkers consent or prior knowledge - this is completely fine and they will be glad you did this.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve cooled with the remaining milk in the carton as a chaser.

'''Wine Pairing'''

A second pint.

== Soggy Chicken Roll ==

A popular lunch option for poor weather hiking.

'''Ingredients'''
* Your usual chicken roll order, or a breakfast roll if you want to switch it up.
* Water

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Get your preferred chicken roll order from a deli on the way to the bus. Leave the roll in your bag and once you are hiking allow it to soak.

Once sufficiently damp, serve. It is best enjoyed in a storm shelter or after returning to the bus because it was too wet to stop for lunch.

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Main Page

2026-02-22T13:13:25Z

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== Welcome to the University of Galway Mountaineering Club Wiki ==

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You can view the pages in the left hand side bar, if you feel you have something to contribute just click edit and create! You must create an account in the top right hand side to edit or add any pages.

If you want to have a chat about something, just click the discussion tab

'''Real stuff'''
*[[Archive| Archives]]
*[[Adventures| Adventures]]
*[[Captains| Past Captains]]
*[[Constitution| Constitution & Rules]]
*[[Committee| Past Committees]]
*[[First_ascents| First Ascents]]
*[[Helpful_Websites| Helpful Websites]]
*[[Hikes| Hikes]]
*[[How_to| How to use this Wiki]]
*[[Trips| Past Trips]]
*[[Resources| Resources]]
*[[Qualifications| Qualifications]]

'''Just for Fun'''
*[[Anthems| Anthems]]
*[[The_Bugle| The Bugle]]
*[[Climbing_equipment_list| Climbing Equipment List]]
*[[Climbing_Wall| Climbing Wall]]
*[[Connemara_snapping_turtle| Club Animals ]]
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*[[Quotes| Quotes]]
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*[[Loading_Screen_Tips| Loading Screen Tips]]

Loading Screen Tips

2026-02-15T16:45:24Z

Aodhan:

*The bus after the hike is a good source of free loot
*The pink tricam is a useful item
*There is a secret break room in the climbing wall
*The more expensive your gear the harder you will be able to climb
*Cooking brandy can be used to greatly restore your health
*Ticks aren't real
*Chocolate bars make excellent emergency cutlery
*The seats next to the fire in keanes are reserved for the hairiest club members
*Club social nights are an excellent opportunity to grown your linkedin network
*Wine gums count as one of your five a day
*Kayakers smell like poopoo
*There are over 15 disciplines in the mountaineering club, can you name them all
*There is no point showering after the hike on the club trip, you will just be hiking tomorrow anyways
*The price of a baileys hot chocolate in Keanes is used by economists as a recession indicator
*All boulders at the wall are tested on [[People#Guillome_LeBlanc| animals]] before human trials
*Hostel kitchens always come fully furnished and can fit 50 people cooking simultaneously
*Prospective hike leaders need to undergo extensive background checks
*No ATU student has ever summited [[Eochair| Eochair]]
*The club logo can be viewed from space
*The wall is extremely safe
*Sheep skulls can be traded with locals for rare loot
*Climbing instructors must complete a [https://training.hse.gov.uk/courses/biological-monitoring-for-chemical-exposures-at-work HSE approved course] on biological and chemical hazards
*The club has hosted students from all 9 continents
*[[Maamtrasna| Maamtrasna]] used to be the tallest mountain in the world
*Mont Blanc was named after Binn Bán
*The existence of extraordinary committee members implies the existence of ordinary committee members
*If you are offered cheese, DO NOT SAY NO
*The club has a secret motto
*The club radios have been used to intercept soviet communications
*Ballyryan has a train station, make sure to ask Irish rail staff about the timetable
*Ankle supporting boots have been proven to help prevent kidney failure and heart disease
*The bugle can be used as trad gear
*The boot on Corcóg can be used in emergencies
*There's gold in the twelve bens
*Killary is a fjord
*Parkour athletes train on joyces country fence crossings
*The donkey on the sheefries can speak spanish
*You can see New York from Mweelrea
*St Patrick was a proud member of UGMC (UCG at the time)
*The Dalai Lama named the Col of Despondency the 8th level of enlightenment
*Ben Gorm is in the Galway Mayo DMZ, hike with caution
*Derryclare is exactly halfway between Derry and Clare
*There are goblins in the burren
*The kingfisher was built on a fairy fort
*Do not ask about the letterbreckaun incident

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Truly Wise Ticklist

2026-01-04T17:23:18Z

Aodhan:

This ticklist of hikes, scrambles and climbs is for the truly wise mountaineers.

==Hikes==

===Maamturks Challenge===

===Glencoaghan Horseshoe===

===Mweelrea Horseshoe===

===Maamtrasna===
[[Maamtrasna]] is an interesting day out with many different possible routes up it and endless wandering across its boggy platuea in search of its summit.

===Eochair===
[[Eochair]] is perhaps the greatest hike in the world and should be on the bucket list of all keen mountaineers

==Scrambles/Multipitches==

===Glencullin Ridge===
Starting from Doolough, up the ridge on the right side of Coum Dubh to finish on Ben Bury, can be combined with other scrambles from the Coum or scramble up the waterfall gully at L814693 to reach the base of the ridge.

===Carrot Ridge===
A classic outing on bens quartzite

===Ragged Ridge & Deckled Edge===
A pair of scrambles either side of a gully, both short but well worth the effort plus you get to pass the magnificent Eochair. Can do them both in a day if you have time and the energy to walk around

==Trad Climbs==

===€40 Patagonia Hat===
A true club classic

===Triumph Crack===

===Wackey===

===Ground Control===

===Jug City===

===Slave Labour===

===The Ramp===

===Route 32===

===Skywalker===

===Kleptomaniac===

===Ice Queen===

Truly Wise Ticklist

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This ticklist of hikes, scrambles and climbs is for the truly wise mountaineers.

==Hikes==

===Maamturks Challenge===

===Glencoaghan Horseshoe===

===Mweelrea Horseshoe===

===Maamtrasna===

===Eochair===

==Scrambles/Multipitches==

===Glencullin Ridge===

===Carrot Ridge===

===Ragged Ridge===

===Deckled Edge===

==Trad Climbs==

===€40 Patagonia Hat===

===Triumph Crack===

===Wackey===

===Ground Control===

===Jug City===

===Slave Labour===

===The Ramp===

===Route 32===

===Skywalker===

===Kleptomaniac===

===Ice Queen===

The Clubhouse

2025-12-29T00:27:18Z

Aodhan:

The '''Clubhouse''' is a residential building located in the Dun Daingen Estate. It is within walking distance of The [[Climbing Wall]], this however is often disputed among members of the club. As of the 25/26 academic year, it serves as the primary residence of current committee members.

The legitimacy of the club house is highly congested as there are actually only 2 committee members living there and they have not provided the captain a key (although a key is often unnecessary as the door is frequently left open)

== Geography ==

The structrue consists of several bedrooms(five to be exact). A kitchen that was never fully recovered from the many unique chacters that have called "The Clubhouse" home. The living is dominated by a sofa that may well predate current members. The smell of hiking and climbing is ever present in the house.

== History ==

The precise orgins of the Clubhouse name are unclear. Records show it has been in the hands of the club for a few years.

Glyder? I Hardly Know Her 2025

2025-12-14T11:20:37Z

Aodhan:

== Details ==
'''Date''': 24th-27th October 2025

'''Location''': Ogwen Valley, Wales

'''Hostel''': Caseg Fraith Hut

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===

==== Torture Hike ====
(''The following article contains entirely factual information, no exaggeration or poetic license was used.'')

The Torture Hike was set to climb up the north ridge of Tryfan and continue on to Glyder Fach and Fawr, finally ending in Bethesda. Unfortunately the club neglected to make a sacrificial offering before undertaking the hike and the mountain chose to make our hike more "fun".
 Like the warriors of old they set off along the road to the base of the mountain. Upon arrival the group decided the extreme weather wouldn't be challenging enough and a grade 1 scramble would be necessary to maximise the days enjoyment. (This would prove to be a very wise decision perchance).
 Having scrambled up to the cloud line, spirits were high. The scramble, altough much more challenging than anticipated had proved to be very rewarding and all members performed exceptionally. However things were about to change drastically.

Go tobann, soon after entering the clouds the winds picked up considerably, bringing hurricane force squalls, which caused some hike leaders to stumble on more than one occasion (allegedly). The rain began again properly and this time without pause, instead becoming more vicious and turning into hail that lacerated the skin on more than one occasion. The torture hikers were not deterred however and soldiered on until they came to the place that would come to be known as "the approach to the slab".

Here during a brief pause it was discovered that one of the hikers had severe frostbite in all of his fingers. Through the efforts of all involved he was thankfully saved and made a full recovery later, (although some say he never truly returned from the mountain, instead it was the ghost of his fingers [this author is a firm believer in this theory]).

Having climbed the "steps" (each many metres high), leading up to the slab a bold scouting crew went in search of some shelter to regroup.
 Conditions were extreme on the slab with '''vertical snow''', exposed cliff edges and winds that threatened to rip the hikers from the top of the mountain. Thankfully a small sheltered grassy ledge was found by the brave mountaineers, Matthew and Robert. Here hikers poured tea over their fingers and sang [[Anthems#Grace|Grace]] to boost morale.
[[File:Tryfan.jpg|thumb|Photo in front of 'Sion a Siân' (notice only the frostbitten fingers of a certain mountaineer came out in the photo)]]
After a some consideration it was determined that the best and safest way off the mountain would be to continue up to the peak and descend on the other side. Unfortunately no one knew about the leap between 'Sion a Siân' or (Adam and Eve) to gain the freedom of Tryfan, so after a quick photo the descent began.

After a brief but cordial interaction with another mountaineering club, who had taken the easier (boring) route up the descent began. On reaching a stone wall the storm shelters were brought out so lunch could be taken in relative warmth and comfort.

The rest of the hike consisted of the weather clearing and providing some spectacular views as well as morale lifting, so much so that by the time the group reached the main road again, they were quite spread out.
 On reaching the hut a shocking discovery was made - the short hikers had taken '''all''' of the available drying space, despite the fact that much of their gear was in fact bone dry.
 Heinous, nay laughable accusations were also made that the short hike was longer than the torture hike, which obviously couldn't possibly be true, otherwise why would it be called the short hike?

A schism was formed in the group that afternoon however it was thankfully healed quickly through dry clothes, a coal fire and a shared resentment of the climbers who had spent the day in Ibiza.
::''Torture Hike by Robert''

''Fun fact: Tryfan was actually used as a [https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/carneddau-and-glyderau/walking-and-climbing-on-tryfan training ground] for Everest by many famous historical mountaineers, including the renowned Edmund Hillary.

==== Short Hike ====
They got a bit wet but had fun.

=== Day 2 ===

If people thought the day 1 torture hike was hard, they had no clue what was in stock for them on day 2. With the weather expected to only be worse, high command decided that it was time the hikers ventured where no hiker had ventured before; the ''Slate Quarry''. Usually a climber-only domain, the hikers finally decided to see what all the fuss was about. They braved gravelled paths, slippy steps and the odd cave as they briskly strolled around this alien terrain. It was truly the most superb experience any hiker had ever had on a club trip and possibly the greatest feats of endurance ever recorded.

After a few hours people got bored and so Llanberis was descended on, wherein a few of the gang tried the newly reopened "Pete's Eats", a former climbers restaurant, now turned very bougie. The sunday roast was had, well deserved after a day's graft in the quarry. After this, the club made it's long awaited return to [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/Snowboner_2023#The_Heights The Heights], where the thirsht was quenched as we waited for the bus.

== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
After seeing the forecast for the weekend, some desperate research was conducted to find a crag that could provide some climbing despite the atrocious conditions.

The conclusion was the best option was to go Tremadog which supposedly benefits from the "Rain shadow" of the mountains. While that sounded quite fantastical it was the better than the guaranteed rain every else.

On that morning the webcams in tremadog were looked at, with the conclusion it was dark outside so it was impossible to see if it was actually raining. Faced with no better option the drive was begun and lo an behold the weather steadily improved with it eventually stopping raining and the odd patch of blue skies could be seen. The group was praising the genius of the committee and those who had considered going hiking were very thankful of their decision.

The approach was extremely damp but spirits remained high, upon arrival the rock seemed damp but with some climbable routes. The hope at this stage was for the weather to remain dry and in an hours time the rock would be fully dry. However unfortunately every time the rock contemplated drying off a shower would appear. This left most routes with wet cracks and the occasional waterfall from the seeping vegetation.

Despite this, a bottom rope was rigged and with some extremely damp hand jams, the wall was ascended. 3 brave climbers quested up the damp face on lead and made it to the top where their seconds were promptly rain on to ensure the route would be sufficiently challenging.

Half way through the day the sun came out briefly, the torture hike were immediately rung to show them the sunshine. They did not seem very pleased and quickly hung up as they were dealing with some minor frostbite...

=== Day 2 ===
On the second day the group split between the slate quarry, Bangor and the nearby "Indy climbing gym". The climbing gym was very cool- arguably better than the kingfisher, though I don't think anyone would risk the wrath of the wall by saying that out loud though.
Indy had auto-belayers, graded climbs, a 'mushroom' bouldering yoke- (mildly intimidating), and some really rad overhangs.

Everyone had a great time there and was wrecked by the time it came to leave.

== Events ==

=== Bus Lego ===
The stop in Tesco before the ferry was the perfect opportunity to buy food for the weekend. However, several mountaineers changed their priorities when they discovered that this tesco also sold Lego, they purchased 3 sets which they then built on the bus and on the ferry. Due to the shocking cost of lego these days (and because of the large quantities of alcohol also purchased) their food shopping was definitely lacking but they survived.
=== Bus Music ===
It was discovered that it was possible to connect to the bus speakers through bluetooth. Alex the driver somehow continued to allow people to connect to it despite [[Anthems#Killeagh|Killeagh]] being played every 5 mins at questionable volumes.

An honourable practice of starting a spotify jam was started, which caused many arguments, but overall made for a good balanced playlist- (for the most part).

=== The Lounge ===
As a result of Reaney's messing up the passenger list, which was not helped by the dublin gate agents not bothering to check if the list on the way over was correct (it wasn't so that might be a crime but we won't worry about it). Anyways we spent an eternity (30 mins) at the gate trying to convince them certain internationals were real people travelling, not spies with fake identities and there were in fact not two people with the same name and they were actually just on the list twice. However as a result of our extended stay at the check in gate it was noticed that stena lines hand out little cards to people who have booked the [https://www.stenaline.ie/my-pages/my-benefits/stena-plus-lounge plus lounge]. These cards contained the code to access the lounge and were in plain view of anyone who knew where to look. The code was mentally noted in case they decided we weren't breaking international law and smuggling illegal immigrants.

Eventually once we got onto the ferry, a group set up camp outside the lounge with a direct line of sight to the door. There was a stena lines employee checking guests in at the door, so the mountaineers continued casing for other sources of weakness. Then after a 30 minutes stakeout the door was left unattended with the only line of defence being the key code to open the door. A few guests were observed putting in the code and entering the lounge with no attention from the staff.

The plan was simple, Niall was our talker, if the heat caught on he might be able to keep it cool and walk away clean. His M.O: Go in, scope it out and report back. The the rest of the crew would follow in two-man teams. The rendezvous point: A table in the centre of the lounge, strategically positioned for maximum sightlines, multiple exits and a clear shot at the target package - the brownies.

However almost the instant we begun, the plan started falling apart. Niall made it inside the perimeter, but was quickly compromised by the tea station. Unable to resist he began making a cup and the comms went quiet. Aodhán and Conor quickly followed but were also distracted by the selection of snacks and brownies. However, they made it to the rendezvous where they made contact with the team on the outside. The rest of the team made their way in and just like that, they were in. They ransacked the buffet and extracted the score (a selection of snacks, cheese, biscuits and hot beverages) all while "enjoying a relaxed ambience with gorgeous sea views".

== Liam's Log ==
11/11/2025

''Hello fellow and future mountaineers, my name is [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/People#Guillome_LeBlanc Liam] (my second name is not [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/People#Liam_Lang Lang]), and I have been asked to recount the latest club trip by the (for now) captain Aodhán Gallagher. So, this trip was to Snowdonia-esque area, I think there were big mountains called the Glyders? And a big one called Tryfan? (that is not a joke, I’m no hiker and I refuse to look up the routes (someone may fact check me here is they want)) I suppose the beginning is as good a place to start as any, so we met at the kingfisher at about 10ish and put all the gear on (I am not committee anymore so I feel quite used in this aspect). Then we set off on the bus ride, and what a journey it was. The presidential election was having its vote taken at the same time, so all the conversations were very politically informed. We stopped along the way at some supermarket place, but I ended up going to Marks and Spencer (Notions). Then once we had resupplied our rations we set off once more and eventually made it to the ferry. It was quite an eventful ferry with a lot of poker played, and a grand total of £15 was taken home by yours truly. It was my first time on a ferry that wasn’t the little dinghy that takes you from Kilimer to Tarbart, or Doolin to Inis mor, and I must say what a piece of machinery. If you are thinking about going on the abroad trip for mountaineering, I’d say, just go for the ferry alone. We then made a quick stop in Tesco to get more provisions and made it to the accommodation (finally). And what an accommodation it was. It was a hut in the middle of nowhere, that for that weekend housed 40 odd mountaineers. There was 1 flight of stairs and let me tell you, you were lucky not to take flight every time you went down them. As aforementioned I don’t hike but those stairs were akin to an Everest ascent I believe they were THAT steep. The first night was comprised of more poker (we won’t talk about who won) and getting to now all the new faces that were joining us. We woke up then the next morning at some crazy hour like 7ish. It was PISSING rain, but nevertheless we were all excited to get the day going. Myself and the rest of the climbers got on the bus and were chilling waiting for everyone to be ready, and that is when I saw the funniest sight I have ever seen. All the hikers started to trot past the bus with the grimmest looks on their faces, and I must reiterate the point it was PISSING. Never been happier to see a flock of hikers. We then went on the bus for about an hour and made it to the climbing spot, and the sun was splitting the stones (hehehe). The climbing was grand, the rock was a bit slippy from the rain the night before (which is why I failed on my climbs), but we got some routes done and were happy out. We then went to this random town and got a load of fudge which was good craic. We then went back to the hut and got showered and freshened up. Then it was time for the theme night, which was pyjama night. I wore my bathrobe and if there was a prize for the comfiest, I would have came away with trophies. During that night I am told I devoured a lot of box wine which I purchased on the ferry. The box game was played, and I only remember that from the pain in my groin in the morning. I’d be lying if I said I remembered the whole night but from the flashes I do remember it was a very fun night. The next day the hikers went on a “walk” around the quarry while us real mountaineers went on a trip to a climbing wall. We passed the town with the longest name, and Bangor (I hardly know her… hehe). The wall was actually class and was the best part of the trip to me. We then all met up in the height’s pub, and that too was savage craic. Really wholesome everyone just happy to see each other and buying each other presents in the climbing shops. I personally bought boot bananas (look it up) and was ecstatic with that purchase. We then went back to the hut and on the way, I went fishing in the stream under the driveway for about 2 hours and caught nothing (there was no, like physical way fish could be there). I then met the landowner of the hut, who invited me to go fishing with him and his friends the next morning which was very nice. (I slept in and never saw the man again ☹). The theme for this night was then Halloween costumes, in which I was a fish (cause I’m a great catch ladies). It was a great night and again can’t remember much. But I have photos on my phone in this exact timeline.''

*Someone wearing the UGMC logo on their face holding a monster can
*A luigi face planting on the floor mid splits
*A tree taping themselves to a kayaker
*A prisoner climbing through a window clutching some box wine
*Myself shaving my face at 12 o’clock at night
*Me and the devil in a French screaming match
*A detective lurking outside the window
*A nun with chest hair on a dark country lane

''Now I Know that sounds like the plot to a bad hangover sequel, but that’s what you get on a mountaineering trip. For the remainder of the night, we played the finger game, then went to bed. The next morning, we got everything done in record time, like the clean up and getting everyone on the bus (because I hid for the whole morning hehe). We then went off in the bus where I caught a few Z’s and was awoken when we got to a seaside town, which was the mystery stop. I went in for a swim for the first time in the Welsh sea, which I thought everyone was doing, but alas I was alone. We then went and got a bite to eat, at a place that had 1/5 stars for hygiene (some say there are still some mountaineers with chronic food poisoning from there) but the food tasted great. We then left and arrived at the ferry and ended up waiting for about an hour due to scheduling issues. The customs then asked for 6 volunteers to be searched (don’t try to understand the Welsh, just roll with it) and we somehow made it without getting caught. We then finally made it onto the ferry, where we played another poker game (again don’t ask), and I heard some of the sneakier mountaineers made it into the VIP lounge ( I was there, its very boring) and then the ferry finally landed on terra firma. (That’s Welsh for Ireland) The bus then made its way back to the kingfisher where our adventure finally ends. Right thank you all for reading this desperate attempt to a recounting, I must go try catch some Irish fish for a change. Slán''

Fuckross 2023

2025-12-07T13:35:52Z

Aodhan:

The '''2023 Club Trip to Muckross, Killarney''', also known as '''Fuckross 2023''' took place in semester 1 of the 2023/24 academic year.

== Details ==
'''Date''': 27th - 30th October 2023

'''Location''': Killarney, Kerry

'''Hostel''': Muckross Youth Venture Centre

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===
Both hikes tackled Carrauntoohil from the Hydro road, the long hike went over the benkeeragh ridge and the short went over the caher ridge. Both hikes continued on and descended via the zig zags

=== Day 2 ===
The second day went up mangerton
== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
The first day the climbers headed to Bothán in the Gap of Dunloe, it was quite damp so after some anchor building workshopping they headed indoors to the killarney wall
=== Day 2 ===
The climbers braved Bothán again with limited success in the rain.

==Scrambling==
On the second day, 6 mountaineers went up Howling Ridge in slightly damp conditions.
== Events ==
===Rory's "Haircut"===
==Rian's Log==

Hello!
My name is rian o murchu
I was on the club trip there in killarney with the club. Good trip overall. I was told by aodhan to write this so if you aren’t enjoying this contact aodhan at smashthemash@gmail.com. Cheers in advance, well it all began at the kingfisher , good enough weather and we where getting the bus packed and all that. Jack lost the keys of the locker then, massive bummer dude. The bus was a grand drive down to Kerry , wasn’t many problems thankfully.

We went into the lidl then in killarney and bought wat we all needed for the trip. lots of drink was purchased thankfully. We landed at the hostel and all got sorted, got straight to making dinner and made meself and another buck some curry, the tent was put up aswell for me and my date, very rosemantic. We drank that night and a few of us went to the abbey on a skits mission, niall! Showed it to us and made it very interesting due to his voice.

The second day I was still drinking until I went to bed and I woke at 6:30 , very hateful, I was put on the long hike up carrauntuohill. It was fairly good day to be fair and there was plenty of craic, the long and short group met at the top coincidently. Wahwaweewa. the group got a wee hot chocolate at the bottom and jesus it put the horn on the snowman. The bus took us back and we had showers and ate and that. Few people where drinking and a few games where played. Not much I remember after that.

I woke up the third day thankfully, I went on the scramble on carrrauntuohill and it was some day for it, weird how the weather changes so quick isn’t it , anyways the scramble was fun aodhan was leading on it also and he placed shit loads of gear, bad going some buck though. It was my 4 th time up that mountain but it was my first time getting a view. Worth it though. We landed back to the hostel and me and my brother made steaks and mash and that sort of gravy. Something good before destroying our bodies with alcoholism. Everybody got very drunk, few men handled it well. Rory shaved his head, I giggled ngl. Low key hottie now though. I went to bed early enough in the morning.

After my 2 hours sleep it was a new day hup. It would be handy if a year had 13 months. The morning was busy as everyone was packing and cleaning. The bus was on route and all was packed into it once she arrived. I swear I hated that drive cause the tummy felt like road kill. Anyways we did a cheeky stop in decathlon in limerick and a break for fresh air. We arrived back anyways safely with very few deaths, shoutout to LK. Anyways if you made it this far then you know more about the trip than me at this stage so fair play. Ill see yis all again at the next trip. keep up to date with my daily vlog on Christiansmingle.ie.

Fuckross 2023

2025-12-07T13:35:37Z

Aodhan:

The '''2023 Club Trip to Muckross, Killarney''', also known as '''Fuckross 2023''' took place in semester 1 of the 2023/24 academic year.

== Details ==
'''Date''': 27th - 30th October 2023

'''Location''': Glendalough

'''Hostel''': Muckross Youth Venture Centre

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===
Both hikes tackled Carrauntoohil from the Hydro road, the long hike went over the benkeeragh ridge and the short went over the caher ridge. Both hikes continued on and descended via the zig zags

=== Day 2 ===
The second day went up mangerton
== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
The first day the climbers headed to Bothán in the Gap of Dunloe, it was quite damp so after some anchor building workshopping they headed indoors to the killarney wall
=== Day 2 ===
The climbers braved Bothán again with limited success in the rain.

==Scrambling==
On the second day, 6 mountaineers went up Howling Ridge in slightly damp conditions.
== Events ==
===Rory's "Haircut"===
==Rian's Log==

Hello!
My name is rian o murchu
I was on the club trip there in killarney with the club. Good trip overall. I was told by aodhan to write this so if you aren’t enjoying this contact aodhan at smashthemash@gmail.com. Cheers in advance, well it all began at the kingfisher , good enough weather and we where getting the bus packed and all that. Jack lost the keys of the locker then, massive bummer dude. The bus was a grand drive down to Kerry , wasn’t many problems thankfully.

We went into the lidl then in killarney and bought wat we all needed for the trip. lots of drink was purchased thankfully. We landed at the hostel and all got sorted, got straight to making dinner and made meself and another buck some curry, the tent was put up aswell for me and my date, very rosemantic. We drank that night and a few of us went to the abbey on a skits mission, niall! Showed it to us and made it very interesting due to his voice.

The second day I was still drinking until I went to bed and I woke at 6:30 , very hateful, I was put on the long hike up carrauntuohill. It was fairly good day to be fair and there was plenty of craic, the long and short group met at the top coincidently. Wahwaweewa. the group got a wee hot chocolate at the bottom and jesus it put the horn on the snowman. The bus took us back and we had showers and ate and that. Few people where drinking and a few games where played. Not much I remember after that.

I woke up the third day thankfully, I went on the scramble on carrrauntuohill and it was some day for it, weird how the weather changes so quick isn’t it , anyways the scramble was fun aodhan was leading on it also and he placed shit loads of gear, bad going some buck though. It was my 4 th time up that mountain but it was my first time getting a view. Worth it though. We landed back to the hostel and me and my brother made steaks and mash and that sort of gravy. Something good before destroying our bodies with alcoholism. Everybody got very drunk, few men handled it well. Rory shaved his head, I giggled ngl. Low key hottie now though. I went to bed early enough in the morning.

After my 2 hours sleep it was a new day hup. It would be handy if a year had 13 months. The morning was busy as everyone was packing and cleaning. The bus was on route and all was packed into it once she arrived. I swear I hated that drive cause the tummy felt like road kill. Anyways we did a cheeky stop in decathlon in limerick and a break for fresh air. We arrived back anyways safely with very few deaths, shoutout to LK. Anyways if you made it this far then you know more about the trip than me at this stage so fair play. Ill see yis all again at the next trip. keep up to date with my daily vlog on Christiansmingle.ie.

First ascents

2025-12-06T15:43:01Z

Aodhan:

List of recorded first ascents by club members.

*[http://wiki.climbing.ie/index.php?title=Ballyryan €40 PATAGONIA HAT Diff] - Adam West & Fionn Delahunty 16/04/2017

*[https://colmcille-climbers.com/route-details/?route_no=3413 OUTBREAK] - Rian Ó Murchú & Andrew Tees 21/6/2020

*[http://wiki.climbing.ie/index.php?title=Oughtdarra#Central_Area SIX SEVEN] - Liam Blake & Charlotte Vanacore 23/11/2025

List of recorded first descents by club members.

*The side of Adam Mullins' house through his bedroom window - Liam Blake, Adam Mullins, Aodhán Gallagher & Jack Reidy 9/12/2023

Trips

2025-12-05T14:40:55Z

Aodhan:

'''Trips & Hostels'''

Note: Please feel free to add any years you can, plus the name of the hostel.

2025/26
* [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/Glyder%3F_I_Hardly_Know_Her_2025 Semester 1: Snowdonia (Caseg Fraith Mountain Hut)]
* Semester 2:

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2024/2025

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/Glendacock_2025 Semester 2: Glendalough (Glendalough International Youth Hostel)]

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2023/2024

*[[Fuckross_2023|Semester 1: Killarney (Muckross Youth Venture Hostel)]]
*Semester 2: Snowdonia (Mountain View House)

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2022/2023

*Semester 1: Buncrana (Tullyarvan Mill Hostel)
*[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Snowboner_2023 Semester 2: Snowdonia (YHA Snowden Ranger Hostel)]

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2021/2022

*Semester 1: No trip due to Covid-19
*Semester 2: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)

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2020/2021

No trips due to Covid-19
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2019/2020

*Semester 1: Donegal (Dooey Hostel, Glencolumbkille)
*Semester 2: No trip due to Covid-19

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2018/2019

*Semester 1: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (Denton House, Keswick)

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2017/2018

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Bryn Gwynant)

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2016/2017

*Semester 1: Killarney (The Railway Hostel)
*Semester 2: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)

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2015/2016

*Semester 1:Donegal (Aras Ghlenn Cholm Cille )
*Semester 2:Wales (Corris)

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2014/2015

*Semester 1: Dingle (Rainbow Hostel)
*Christmas: Scotland, Fort William (Inchree)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (YHA Buttermere)

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2013/2014

*Semester 1: Mournes (Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Killarney(Fossa Camping Park)

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2012/2013

*Semester 1: Dingle
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Ranger)

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2011/2010

*Semester 1:
*Semester 2: Scotland

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2010/2009

*Semester 1: Wicklow (Rathdrum)
*Semester 2: Tipperary (The Mountain Lodge)

'''Also see [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Adventures Adventures] for more camping and hotels locations.'''

Fuckross 2023

2025-12-05T14:38:52Z

Aodhan: Created page with "The '''2023 Club Trip to Muckross, Killarney''', also known as '''Fuckross 2023''' took place in semester 1 of the 2023/24 academic year. == Details == '''Date''': 27th - 3..."

The '''2023 Club Trip to Muckross, Killarney''', also known as '''Fuckross 2023''' took place in semester 1 of the 2023/24 academic year.

== Details ==
'''Date''': 27th - 30th October 2023

'''Location''': Glendalough

'''Hostel''': Muckross Youth Venture Centre

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===

=== Day 2 ===

== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===

=== Day 2 ===

== Events ==

==Rian's Log==

Hello!
My name is rian o murchu
I was on the club trip there in killarney with the club. Good trip overall. I was told by aodhan to write this so if you aren’t enjoying this contact aodhan at smashthemash@gmail.com. Cheers in advance, well it all began at the kingfisher , good enough weather and we where getting the bus packed and all that. Jack lost the keys of the locker then, massive bummer dude. The bus was a grand drive down to Kerry , wasn’t many problems thankfully.

We went into the lidl then in killarney and bought wat we all needed for the trip. lots of drink was purchased thankfully. We landed at the hostel and all got sorted, got straight to making dinner and made meself and another buck some curry, the tent was put up aswell for me and my date, very rosemantic. We drank that night and a few of us went to the abbey on a skits mission, niall! Showed it to us and made it very interesting due to his voice.

The second day I was still drinking until I went to bed and I woke at 6:30 , very hateful, I was put on the long hike up carrauntuohill. It was fairly good day to be fair and there was plenty of craic, the long and short group met at the top coincidently. Wahwaweewa. the group got a wee hot chocolate at the bottom and jesus it put the horn on the snowman. The bus took us back and we had showers and ate and that. Few people where drinking and a few games where played. Not much I remember after that.

I woke up the third day thankfully, I went on the scramble on carrrauntuohill and it was some day for it, weird how the weather changes so quick isn’t it , anyways the scramble was fun aodhan was leading on it also and he placed shit loads of gear, bad going some buck though. It was my 4 th time up that mountain but it was my first time getting a view. Worth it though. We landed back to the hostel and me and my brother made steaks and mash and that sort of gravy. Something good before destroying our bodies with alcoholism. Everybody got very drunk, few men handled it well. Rory shaved his head, I giggled ngl. Low key hottie now though. I went to bed early enough in the morning.

After my 2 hours sleep it was a new day hup. It would be handy if a year had 13 months. The morning was busy as everyone was packing and cleaning. The bus was on route and all was packed into it once she arrived. I swear I hated that drive cause the tummy felt like road kill. Anyways we did a cheeky stop in decathlon in limerick and a break for fresh air. We arrived back anyways safely with very few deaths, shoutout to LK. Anyways if you made it this far then you know more about the trip than me at this stage so fair play. Ill see yis all again at the next trip. keep up to date with my daily vlog on Christiansmingle.ie.

Records

2025-11-17T15:58:43Z

Aodhan:

'''Use this page to include any fascinating feats or incredible records accomplished by the Club and its members'''

'''Drove the bus to the club trip location :'''

NOD

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'''Winner of the Best Performance of the Kerry Trip 2023 :'''

Neil Dozio and Liam Blake - for their Rasputin themed performance

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'''Winner of the Halloween Dress up 2023 :'''

Cian Mason - for his pirate outfit

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'''Winner of the Sh*ttest Shirt Night 2023 :'''

Leo Shneele

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'''Highest Altitude Climbing Assessment:'''

Rían deBairéad - at 1038m on the summit of Carrauntoohil using the cross as a top-rope anchor

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'''Recipient of the Sports Unit Unsung Hero Award 2023:'''

Niall O'Doherty - his singing talent has yet to be determined

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'''Winner of "Star of the Night" Sports Ball 2023:'''

Jack Reidy - For his bugling

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'''Winner of "Anything but a Cup Night" 28/03/2023:'''

Conor Gleeson - For his use of his Air fryer

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'''Longest time taken to get from Keane's to Galway:'''

Christmas Party 2022 - 3 hours

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'''Longest AGM:'''

Wednesday 22nd March 2023 - 3.5 hours

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'''Most pints of Guiness drank in Keanes after a Sunday hike:'''

*Sean ó Ceallaigh - 5 pints
*Jana Westerburg 6.5 16/11/25
*Patrick Skamser 6 16/11/25
*Jaimie Donovan 5.5 16/11/25

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'''Longest time planking:'''

Conor Roberts - Representing the Kayak Club, Massimo Quiz 2022

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'''Winner of "Sh*t Shirt Night" Semester 1 2022:'''

Colin Underhill - "Catch up with Jesus" T-shirt

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'''Worst Pint Poured:'''

David Hamilton

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'''Most times nominated and seconded for election:'''

Rian Ó Murchú - nominated for every position and promptly seconded (AGM March 2023)

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'''Best Bugler:'''

Neil Dozio

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'''Longest time hanging from two arms:'''

Cillian Jordan - still going

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'''Beginner Bouldering Competition:'''

2022 winners

Males: 1st - Cian Whelan 2nd - Rory McGowa 3rd - Kyler Erezuma

Females: 1st - Ciara Doody 2nd - Claire Koek 3rd - Ella Bliss

2021 winners

Males: 1st - Conor Glesson 2nd - Alan Daly 3rd - Kumar Shreyansh

Females: 1st - Leah O Driscoll 2nd - Eva O'Byrne 3rd - Sophie O'Byrne

2019 winners

Males: 1st - Neil Dozio 3rd - Caolon Kelly Delaney

Records

2025-11-17T15:58:13Z

Aodhan:

'''Use this page to include any fascinating feats or incredible records accomplished by the Club and its members'''

'''Drove the bus to the club trip location :'''

NOD

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'''Winner of the Best Performance of the Kerry Trip 2023 :'''

Neil Dozio and Liam Blake - for their Rasputin themed performance

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'''Winner of the Halloween Dress up 2023 :'''

Cian Mason - for his pirate outfit

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'''Winner of the Sh*ttest Shirt Night 2023 :'''

Leo Shneele

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'''Highest Altitude Climbing Assessment:'''

Rían deBairéad - at 1038m on the summit of Carrauntoohil using the cross as a top-rope anchor

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'''Recipient of the Sports Unit Unsung Hero Award 2023:'''

Niall O'Doherty - his singing talent has yet to be determined

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'''Winner of "Star of the Night" Sports Ball 2023:'''

Jack Reidy - For his bugling

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'''Winner of "Anything but a Cup Night" 28/03/2023:'''

Conor Gleeson - For his use of his Air fryer

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'''Longest time taken to get from Keane's to Galway:'''

Christmas Party 2022 - 3 hours

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'''Longest AGM:'''

Wednesday 22nd March 2023 - 3.5 hours

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'''Most pints of Guiness drank in Keanes after a Sunday hike:'''

Sean ó Ceallaigh - 5 pints

Jana Westerburg 6.5 16/11/25
Patrick Skamser 6 16/11/25
Jaimie Donovan 5.5 16/11/25

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'''Longest time planking:'''

Conor Roberts - Representing the Kayak Club, Massimo Quiz 2022

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'''Winner of "Sh*t Shirt Night" Semester 1 2022:'''

Colin Underhill - "Catch up with Jesus" T-shirt

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'''Worst Pint Poured:'''

David Hamilton

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'''Most times nominated and seconded for election:'''

Rian Ó Murchú - nominated for every position and promptly seconded (AGM March 2023)

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'''Best Bugler:'''

Neil Dozio

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'''Longest time hanging from two arms:'''

Cillian Jordan - still going

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'''Beginner Bouldering Competition:'''

2022 winners

Males: 1st - Cian Whelan 2nd - Rory McGowa 3rd - Kyler Erezuma

Females: 1st - Ciara Doody 2nd - Claire Koek 3rd - Ella Bliss

2021 winners

Males: 1st - Conor Glesson 2nd - Alan Daly 3rd - Kumar Shreyansh

Females: 1st - Leah O Driscoll 2nd - Eva O'Byrne 3rd - Sophie O'Byrne

2019 winners

Males: 1st - Neil Dozio 3rd - Caolon Kelly Delaney

Records

2025-11-16T17:43:23Z

Aodhan:

'''Use this page to include any fascinating feats or incredible records accomplished by the Club and its members'''

'''Drove the bus to the club trip location :'''

NOD

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'''Winner of the Best Performance of the Kerry Trip 2023 :'''

Neil Dozio and Liam Blake - for their Rasputin themed performance

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'''Winner of the Halloween Dress up 2023 :'''

Cian Mason - for his pirate outfit

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'''Winner of the Sh*ttest Shirt Night 2023 :'''

Leo Shneele

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'''Highest Altitude Climbing Assessment:'''

Rían deBairéad - at 1038m on the summit of Carrauntoohil using the cross as a top-rope anchor

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'''Recipient of the Sports Unit Unsung Hero Award 2023:'''

Niall O'Doherty - his singing talent has yet to be determined

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'''Winner of "Star of the Night" Sports Ball 2023:'''

Jack Reidy - For his bugling

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'''Winner of "Anything but a Cup Night" 28/03/2023:'''

Conor Gleeson - For his use of his Air fryer

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'''Longest time taken to get from Keane's to Galway:'''

Christmas Party 2022 - 3 hours

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'''Longest AGM:'''

Wednesday 22nd March 2023 - 3.5 hours

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'''Most pints of Guiness drank in Keanes in under an hour:'''

Sean ó Ceallaigh - 5 pints

Jana Westerburg 6.5 16/11/25
Patrick Skamser 6 16/11/25
Jaimie Donovan 5.5 16/11/25

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'''Longest time planking:'''

Conor Roberts - Representing the Kayak Club, Massimo Quiz 2022

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'''Winner of "Sh*t Shirt Night" Semester 1 2022:'''

Colin Underhill - "Catch up with Jesus" T-shirt

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'''Worst Pint Poured:'''

David Hamilton

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'''Most times nominated and seconded for election:'''

Rian Ó Murchú - nominated for every position and promptly seconded (AGM March 2023)

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'''Best Bugler:'''

Neil Dozio

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'''Longest time hanging from two arms:'''

Cillian Jordan - still going

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'''Beginner Bouldering Competition:'''

2022 winners

Males: 1st - Cian Whelan 2nd - Rory McGowa 3rd - Kyler Erezuma

Females: 1st - Ciara Doody 2nd - Claire Koek 3rd - Ella Bliss

2021 winners

Males: 1st - Conor Glesson 2nd - Alan Daly 3rd - Kumar Shreyansh

Females: 1st - Leah O Driscoll 2nd - Eva O'Byrne 3rd - Sophie O'Byrne

2019 winners

Males: 1st - Neil Dozio 3rd - Caolon Kelly Delaney

Committee 2025/2026

2025-11-14T17:42:14Z

Aodhan:

'''Captain:''' Aodhán Gallagher

'''Secretary:''' Kyle Conlon → Caimin Reidy

'''Treasurer:''' Oisín McDonnell Killilea

'''Hiking Vice-Captain:''' Saige Crowley → Kyle Conlon

'''Climbing Vice-Captain:''' Charlotte Vanacore

'''Equipment Officer:''' Hannah Borchers

'''Public Relations Officer:''' Patrick Skamser

'''Hiking Training and Safety Officer:''' Ella Bliss

'''Climbing Training and Safety Officer:''' Jaimie Donovan

'''First Year Representative:''' Rebecca O'Neill

'''Trips Officer:''' Anna McKernan

'''ECM 1:''' Rory McGowan

'''ECM 2:''' Maria Siegle

'''ECM 3:''' Caimin Reidy → Sandy Steele

'''Committee Advisor:''' Cillian Jordan

'''ATU Officer:''' N/A

Glyder? I Hardly Know Her 2025

2025-11-12T09:14:59Z

Aodhan:

== Details ==
'''Date''': 24th-27th October 2025

'''Location''': Ogwen Valley, Wales

'''Hostel''': Caseg Fraith Hut

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===

==== Torture Hike ====
(''The following article contains entirely factual information, no exaggeration or poetic license was used.'')

The Torture Hike was set to climb up the north ridge of Tryfan and continue on to Glyder Fach and Fawr, finally ending in Bethesda. Unfortunately the club neglected to make a sacrificial offering before undertaking the hike and the mountain chose to make our hike more "fun".
 Like the warriors of old they set off along the road to the base of the mountain. Upon arrival the group decided the extreme weather wouldn't be challenging enough and a grade 1 scramble would be necessary to maximise the days enjoyment. (This would prove to be a very wise decision perchance).
 Having scrambled up to the cloud line, spirits were high. The scramble, altough much more challenging than anticipated had proved to be very rewarding and all members performed exceptionally. However things were about to change drastically.

Go tobann, soon after entering the clouds the winds picked up considerably, bringing hurricane force squalls, which caused some hike leaders to stumble on more than one occasion (allegedly). The rain began again properly and this time without pause, instead becoming more vicious and turning into hail that lacerated the skin on more than one occasion. The torture hikers were not deterred however and soldiered on until they came to the place that would come to be known as "the approach to the slab".

Here during a brief pause it was discovered that one of the hikers had severe frostbite in all of his fingers. Through the efforts of all involved he was thankfully saved and made a full recovery later, (although some say he never truly returned from the mountain, instead it was the ghost of his fingers [this author is a firm believer in this theory]).

Having climbed the "steps" (each many metres high), leading up to the slab a bold scouting crew went in search of some shelter to regroup.
 Conditions were extreme on the slab with '''vertical snow''', exposed cliff edges and winds that threatened to rip the hikers from the top of the mountain. Thankfully a small sheltered grassy ledge was found by the brave mountaineers, Matthew and Robert. Here hikers poured tea over their fingers and sang [[Anthems#Grace|Grace]] to boost morale.
[[File:Tryfan.jpg|thumb|Photo in front of 'Sion a Siân' (notice only the frostbitten fingers of a certain mountaineer came out in the photo)]]
After a some consideration it was determined that the best and safest way off the mountain would be to continue up to the peak and descend on the other side. Unfortunately no one knew about the leap between 'Sion a Siân' or (Adam and Eve) to gain the freedom of Tryfan, so after a quick photo the descent began.

After a brief but cordial interaction with another mountaineering club, who had taken the easier (boring) route up the descent began. On reaching a stone wall the storm shelters were brought out so lunch could be taken in relative warmth and comfort.

The rest of the hike consisted of the weather clearing and providing some spectacular views as well as morale lifting, so much so that by the time the group reached the main road again, they were quite spread out.
 On reaching the hut a shocking discovery was made - the short hikers had taken '''all''' of the available drying space, despite the fact that much of their gear was in fact bone dry.
 Heinous, nay laughable accusations were also made that the short hike was longer than the torture hike, which obviously couldn't possibly be true, otherwise why would it be called the short hike?

A schism was formed in the group that afternoon however it was thankfully healed quickly through dry clothes, a coal fire and a shared resentment of the climbers who had spent the day in Ibiza.
::''Torture Hike by Robert''

''Fun fact: Tryfan was actually used as a [https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/carneddau-and-glyderau/walking-and-climbing-on-tryfan training ground] for Everest by many famous historical mountaineers, including the renowned Edmund Hillary.

==== Short Hike ====
They got a bit wet but had fun.

=== Day 2 ===

If people thought the day 1 torture hike was hard, they had no clue what was in stock for them on day 2. With the weather expected to only be worse, high command decided that it was time the hikers ventured where no hiker had ventured before; the ''Slate Quarry''. Usually a climber-only domain, the hikers finally decided to see what all the fuss was about. They braved gravelled paths, slippy steps and the odd cave as they briskly strolled around this alien terrain. It was truly the most superb experience any hiker had ever had on a club trip and possibly the greatest feats of endurance ever recorded.

After a few hours people got bored and so Llanberis was descended on, wherein a few of the gang tried the newly reopened "Pete's Eats", a former climbers restaurant, now turned very bougie. The sunday roast was had, well deserved after a day's graft in the quarry. After this, the club made it's long awaited return to [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/Snowboner_2023#The_Heights The Heights], where the thirsht was quenched as we waited for the bus.

== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
After seeing the forecast for the weekend, some desperate research was conducted to find a crag that could provide some climbing despite the atrocious conditions.

The conclusion was the best option was to go Tremadog which supposedly benefits from the "Rain shadow" of the mountains. While that sounded quite fantastical it was the better than the guaranteed rain every else.

On that morning the webcams in tremadog were looked at, with the conclusion it was dark outside so it was impossible to see if it was actually raining. Faced with no better option the drive was begun and lo an behold the weather steadily improved with it eventually stopping raining and the odd patch of blue skies could be seen. The group was praising the genius of the committee and those who had considered going hiking were very thankful of their decision.

The approach was extremely damp but spirits remained high, upon arrival the rock seemed damp but with some climbable routes. The hope at this stage was for the weather to remain dry and in an hours time the rock would be fully dry. However unfortunately every time the rock contemplated drying off a shower would appear. This left most routes with wet cracks and the occasional waterfall from the seeping vegetation.

Despite this, a bottom rope was rigged and with some extremely damp hand jams, the wall was ascended. 3 brave climbers quested up the damp face on lead and made it to the top where their seconds were promptly rain on to ensure the route would be sufficiently challenging.

Half way through the day the sun came out briefly, the torture hike were immediately rung to show them the sunshine. They did not seem very pleased and quickly hung up as they were dealing with some minor frostbite...

=== Day 2 ===
On the second day the group split between the slate quarry, Bangor and the nearby "Indy climbing gym". The climbing gym was very cool- arguably better than the kingfisher, though I don't think anyone would risk the wrath of the wall by saying that out loud though.
Indy had auto-belayers, graded climbs, a 'mushroom' bouldering yoke- (mildly intimidating), and some really rad overhangs.

Everyone had a great time there and was wrecked by the time it came to leave.

== Events ==

=== Bus Music ===
It was discovered that it was possible to connect to the bus speakers through bluetooth. Alex the driver somehow continued to allow people to connect to it despite [[Anthems#Killeagh|Killeagh]] being played every 5 mins at questionable volumes.

An honourable practice of starting a spotify jam was started, which caused many arguments, but overall made for a good balanced playlist- (for the most part).

=== The Lounge ===
As a result of Reaney's messing up the passenger list, which was not helped by the dublin gate agents not bothering to check if the list on the way over was correct (it wasn't so that might be a crime but we won't worry about it). Anyways we spent an eternity (30 mins) at the gate trying to convince them certain internationals were real people travelling, not spies with fake identities and there were in fact not two people with the same name and they were actually just on the list twice. However as a result of our extended stay at the check in gate it was noticed that stena lines hand out little cards to people who have booked the [https://www.stenaline.ie/my-pages/my-benefits/stena-plus-lounge plus lounge]. These cards contained the code to access the lounge and were in plain view of anyone who knew where to look. The code was mentally noted in case they decided we weren't breaking international law and smuggling illegal immigrants.

Eventually once we got onto the ferry, a group set up camp outside the lounge with a direct line of sight to the door. There was a stena lines employee checking guests in at the door, so the mountaineers continued casing for other sources of weakness. Then after a 30 minutes stakeout the door was left unattended with the only line of defence being the key code to open the door. A few guests were observed putting in the code and entering the lounge with no attention from the staff.

The plan was simple, Niall was our talker, if the heat caught on he might be able to keep it cool and walk away clean. His M.O: Go in, scope it out and report back. The the rest of the crew would follow in two-man teams. The rendesvous point: A table in the centre of the lounge, strategically positioned for maximum sightlines, multiple exits and a clear shot at the target package - the brownies.

However almost the instant we begun, the plan started falling apart. Niall made it inside the perimeter, but was quickly compromised by the tea station. Unable to resist he began making a cup and the comms went quiet. Aodhán and Conor quickly followed but were also distracted by the selection of snacks and brownies. However, they made it to the rendezvous where they made contact with the team on the outside. The rest of the team made their way in and just like that, they were in. They ransacked the buffet and extracted the score (a selection of snacks, cheese, biscuits and hot beverages) all while "enjoying a relaxed ambience with gorgeous sea views".

== Liam's Log ==
Hello fellow and future mountaineers, my name is Liam (my second name is not Lang), and I have been asked to recount the latest club trip by the (for now) captain Aodhán Gallagher. So, this trip was to Snowdonia-esque area, I think there were big mountains called the Glyders? And a big one called Tryfan? (that is not a joke, I’m no hiker and I refuse to look up the routes (someone may fact check me here is they want)) I suppose the beginning is as good a place to start as any, so we met at the kingfisher at about 10ish and put all the gear on (I am not committee anymore so I feel quite used in this aspect). Then we set off on the bus ride, and what a journey it was. The presidential election was having its vote taken at the same time, so all the conversations were very politically informed. We stopped along the way at some supermarket place, but I ended up going to Marks and Spencer (Notions). Then once we had resupplied our rations we set off once more and eventually made it to the ferry. It was quite an eventful ferry with a lot of poker played, and a grand total of £15 was taken home by yours truly. It was my first time on a ferry that wasn’t the little dinghy that takes you from Kilimer to Tarbart, or Doolin to Inis mor, and I must say what a piece of machinery. If you are thinking about going on the abroad trip for mountaineering, I’d say, just go for the ferry alone. We then made a quick stop in Tesco to get more provisions and made it to the accommodation (finally). And what an accommodation it was. It was a hut in the middle of nowhere, that for that weekend housed 40 odd mountaineers. There was 1 flight of stairs and let me tell you, you were lucky not to take flight every time you went down them. As aforementioned I don’t hike but those stairs were akin to an Everest ascent I believe they were THAT steep. The first night was comprised of more poker (we won’t talk about who won) and getting to now all the new faces that were joining us. We woke up then the next morning at some crazy hour like 7ish. It was PISSING rain, but nevertheless we were all excited to get the day going. Myself and the rest of the climbers got in the but and were chilling waiting for everyone to be ready, and that is when I saw the funniest sight I have ever seen. All the hikers started to trot past the bus with the grimmest looks on their faces, and I must reiterate the point it was PISSING. Never been happier to see a flock of hikers. We then went on the bus for about an hour and made it to the climbing spot, and the sun was splitting the stones (hehehe). The climbing was grand, the rock was a bit slippy from the rain the night before (which is why I failed on my climbs), but we got some routes done and were happy out. We then went to this random town and got a load of fudge which was good craic. We then went back to the hut and got showered and freshened up. Then it was time for the theme night, which was pyjama night. I wore my bathrobe and if there was a prize for the comfiest, I would have came away with trophies. During that night I am told I devoured a lot of box wine which I purchased on the ferry. The box game was played, and I only remember that from the pain in my groin in the morning. I’d be lying if I said I remembered the whole night but from the flashes I do remember it was a very fun night. The next day the hikers went on a “walk” around the quarry while us real mountaineers went on a trip to a climbing wall. We passed the town with the longest name, and Bangor (I hardly know her… hehe). The wall was actually class and was the best part of the trip to me. We then all met up in the height’s pub, and that too was savage craic. Really wholesome everyone just happy to see each other and buying each other presents in the climbing shops. I personally bought boot bananas (look it up) and was ecstatic with that purchase. We then went back to the hut and on the way, I went fishing in the stream under the driveway for about 2 hours and caught nothing (there was no, liken physical way fish could be there). I then met the landowner of the hut, who invited me to go fishing with him and his friends the next morning which was very nice. (I slept in and never saw the man again ☹). The theme for this night was then Halloween costumes, in which I was a fish (cause I’m a great catch ladies). It was a great night and again can’t remember much. But I have photos on my phone in this exact timeline.

*Someone wearing the UGMC logo on their face holding a monster can
*A luigi face planting on the floor mid splits
*A tree taping themselves to a kayaker
*A prisoner climbing through a window clutching some box wine
*Myself shaving my face at 12 o’clock at night
*Me and the devil in a French screaming match
*A detective lurking outside the window
*A nun with chest hair on a dark country lane

Now I Know that sounds like the plot to a bad hangover sequel, but that’s what you get on a mountaineering trip. For the remainder of the night, we played the finger game, then went to bed. The next morning, we got everything done in record time, like the clean up and getting everyone on the bus (because I hid for the whole morning hehe). We then went off in the bus where I caught a few Z’s and was awoken when we got to a seaside town, which was the mystery stop. I went in for a swim for the first time in the Welsh sea, which I thought everyone was doing, but alas I was alone. We then went and got a bite to eat, at a place that had 1/5 stars for hygiene (some say there are still some mountaineers with chronic food poisoning from there) but the food tasted great. We then left and arrived at the ferry and ended up waiting for about an hour due to scheduling issues. The customs then asked for 6 volunteers to be searched (don’t try to understand the Welsh, just roll with it) and we somehow made it without getting caught. We then finally made it onto the ferry, where we played another poker game (again don’t ask), and I heard some of the sneakier mountaineers made it into the VIP lounge ( I was there, its very boring) and then the ferry finally landed on terra firma. (That’s Welsh for Ireland) The bus then made its way back to the kingfisher where our adventure finally ends. Right thank you all for reading this desperate attempt to a recounting, I must go try catch some Irish fish for a change. Slán

Glyder? I Hardly Know Her 2025

2025-11-01T17:09:29Z

Aodhan: /* The Lounge */

Glyder? I Hardly Know Her 2025

2025-11-01T17:06:00Z

Aodhan:

Glyder? I Hardly Know Her 2025

2025-11-01T12:06:26Z

Aodhan:

== Details ==
'''Date''': 24th-27th October 2025

'''Location''': Ogwen Valley, Wales

'''Hostel''': Caseg Fraith Hut

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===

==Torture Hike==
(''The following article contains entirely factual information, no exaggeration or poetic license was used.'')

The Torture Hike was set to climb up the north ridge of Tryfan and continue on to Glyder Fach and Fawr before continuing on to a nearby village. Unfortunately the club neglected to make a sacrificial offering before undertaking the hike and the mountain chose to make our hike more "fun".
 Like the warriors of old they set off along the road to the base of the mountain. Upon arrival the group decided the extreme weather wouldn't be challenging enough and a grade 1 scramble would be necessary to maximise the days enjoyment. (This would prove to be a very wise decision perchance).
 Having scrambled up to the cloud line, spirits were high. The scramble, altough much more challenging than anticipated had proved to be very rewarding and all members performed exceptionally. However things were about to change drastically.

Go tobann, soon after entering the clouds the winds picked up considerably, bringing hurricane force squalls, which caused some hike leaders to stumble on more than one occasion (allegedly). The rain began again properly and this time without pause, instead becoming more vicious and turning into hail that lacerated the skin on more than one occasion. The torture hikers were not deterred however and soldiered on until they came to the place that would come to be known as "the approach to the slab".

Here during a brief pause it was discovered that one of the hikers had severe frostbite in all of his fingers. Through the efforts of all involved he was thankfully saved and made a full recovery later, (although some say he never truly returned from the mountain, instead it was the ghost of his fingers [this author is a firm believer in this theory]).

Having climbed the "steps" (each many metres high), leading up to the slab a bold scouting crew went in search of some shelter to regroup.
 Conditions were extreme on the slab with '''vertical snow''', exposed cliff edges and winds that threatened to rip the hikers from the top of the mountain. Thankfully a small sheltered grassy ledge was found by the brave mountaineers, Matthew and Robert. Here hikers poured tea over their fingers and sang [[Anthems#Grace|Grace]] to boost morale.
[[File:Tryfan.jpg|thumb|Photo in front of 'Sion a Siân' (notice only the frostbitten fingers of a certain mountaineer came out in the photo)]]
After a some consideration it was determined that the best and safest way off the mountain would be to continue up to the peak and descend on the other side. Unfortunately no one knew about the leap between 'Sion a Siân' or (Adam and Eve) to gain the freedom of Tryfan, so after a quick photo the descent began.

After a brief but cordial interaction with another mountaineering club, who had taken the easier (boring) route up the descent began. On reaching a stone wall the storm shelters were brought out so lunch could be taken in relative warmth and comfort.

The rest of the hike consisted of the weather clearing and providing some spectacular views as well as morale lifting, so much so that by the time the group reached the main road again, they were quite spread out.
 On reaching the hut a shocking discovery was made - the short hikers had taken '''all''' of the available drying space, despite the fact that much of their gear was in fact bone dry.
 Heinous, nay laughable accusations were also made that the short hike was longer than the torture hike, which obviously couldn't possibly be true, otherwise why would it be called the short hike?

A schism was formed in the group that afternoon however it was thankfully healed quickly through dry clothes, a coal fire and a shared resentment of the climbers who had spent the day in Ibiza.
::''Torture Hike by Robert''

''Fun fact: Tryfan was actually used as a training ground for Everest by many famous historical mountaineers, including the renowned Edmund Hillary.

==Short Hike==

=== Day 2 ===

==Slate Quarry==

== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
After seeing the forecast for the weekend, some desperate research was conducted to find a crag that could provide some climbing despite the atrocious conditions.

The conclusion was the best option was to go Tremadog which supposedly benefits from the "Rain shadow" of the mountains. While that sounded quite fantastical it was the better than the guaranteed rain every else.

On that morning the webcams in tremadog were looked at, with the conclusion it was dark outside so it was impossible to see if it was actually raining. Faced with no better option the drive was begun and lo an behold the weather steadily improved with it eventually stopping raining and the odd patch of blue skies could be seen. The group was praising the genius of the committee and those who had considered going hiking were very thankful of their decision.

The approach was extremely damp but spirits remained high, upon arrival the rock seemed damp but with some climbable routes. The hope at this stage was for the weather to remain dry and in an hours time the rock would be fully dry. However unfortunately every time the rock contemplated drying off a shower would appear. This left most routes with wet cracks and the occasional waterfall from the seeping vegetation.

Despite this, a bottom rope was rigged and with some extremely damp hand jams, the wall was ascended. 3 brave climbers quested up the damp face on lead and made it to the top where their seconds were promptly rain on to ensure the route would be sufficiently challenging.

Half way through the day the sun came out briefly, the torture hike were immediately rung to show them the sunshine. They did not seem very pleased and quickly hung up as they were dealing with some minor frostbite...

=== Day 2 ===

== Events ==

=== Bus Music ===
It was discovered that it was possible to connect to the bus speakers through bluetooth. Alex the driver somehow continued to allow people to connect to it despite [[Anthems#Killeagh|Killeagh]] being played every 5 mins at questionable volumes.

== Liam's Log ==

Glyder? I Hardly Know Her 2025

2025-10-30T12:46:32Z

Aodhan:

== Details ==
'''Date''': 24th-27th October 2025

'''Location''': Ogwen Valley, Wales

'''Hostel''': Caseg Fraith Hut

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===

=== Day 2 ===

== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
After seeing the forecast for the weekend, some desperate research was conducted to find a crag that could provide some climbing despite the atrocious conditions.

The conclusion was the best option was to go Tremadog which supposedly benefits from the "Rain shadow" of the mountains. While that sounded quite fantastical it was the better than the guaranteed rain every else.

On that morning the webcams in tremadog were looked at, with the conclusion it was dark outside so it was impossible to see if it was actually raining. Faced with no better option the drive was begun and lo an behold the weather steadily improved with it eventually stopping raining and the odd patch of blue skies could be seen. The group was praising the genius of the committee and those who had considered going hiking were very thankful of their decision.

The approach was extremely damp but spirits remained high, upon arrival the rock seemed damp but with some climbable routes. The hope at this stage was for the weather to remain dry and in an hours time the rock would be fully dry. However unfortunately every time the rock contemplated drying off a shower would appear. This left most routes with wet cracks and the occasional waterfall from the seeping vegetation.

Despite this, a bottom rope was rigged and with some extremely damp hand jams, the wall was ascended. 3 brave climbers quested up the damp face on lead and made it to the top where their seconds were promptly rain on to ensure the route would be sufficiently challenging.

Half way through the day the sun came out briefly, the torture hike were immediately rung to show them the sunshine. They did not seem very pleased and quickly hung up as they were dealing with some minor frostbite...

=== Day 2 ===

== Events ==

== Liam's Log ==

Glyder? I Hardly Know Her 2025

2025-10-30T11:04:29Z

Aodhan:

Trips

2025-10-30T11:02:58Z

Aodhan:

'''Trips & Hostels'''

Note: Please feel free to add any years you can, plus the name of the hostel.

2025/26
* [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/Glyder%3F_I_Hardly_Know_Her_2025 Semester 1: Snowdonia (Caseg Fraith Mountain Hut)]
* Semester 2:

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2024/2025

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/Glendacock_2025 Semester 2: Glendalough (Glendalough International Youth Hostel)]

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2023/2024

*Semester 1: Killarney (Muckross Youth Venture Hostel)
*Semester 2: Snowdonia (Mountain View House)

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2022/2023

*Semester 1: Buncrana (Tullyarvan Mill Hostel)
*[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Snowboner_2023 Semester 2: Snowdonia (YHA Snowden Ranger Hostel)]

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2021/2022

*Semester 1: No trip due to Covid-19
*Semester 2: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)

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2020/2021

No trips due to Covid-19
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2019/2020

*Semester 1: Donegal (Dooey Hostel, Glencolumbkille)
*Semester 2: No trip due to Covid-19

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2018/2019

*Semester 1: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (Denton House, Keswick)

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2017/2018

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Bryn Gwynant)

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2016/2017

*Semester 1: Killarney (The Railway Hostel)
*Semester 2: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)

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2015/2016

*Semester 1:Donegal (Aras Ghlenn Cholm Cille )
*Semester 2:Wales (Corris)

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2014/2015

*Semester 1: Dingle (Rainbow Hostel)
*Christmas: Scotland, Fort William (Inchree)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (YHA Buttermere)

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2013/2014

*Semester 1: Mournes (Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Killarney(Fossa Camping Park)

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2012/2013

*Semester 1: Dingle
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Ranger)

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2011/2010

*Semester 1:
*Semester 2: Scotland

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2010/2009

*Semester 1: Wicklow (Rathdrum)
*Semester 2: Tipperary (The Mountain Lodge)

'''Also see [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Adventures Adventures] for more camping and hotels locations.'''

Glyder? I Hardly Know Her 2025

2025-10-30T11:02:17Z

Aodhan: Created blank page

Trips

2025-10-27T17:23:35Z

Aodhan: Added 25/26 sem 1 trip

'''Trips & Hostels'''

Note: Please feel free to add any years you can, plus the name of the hostel.

2025/26
* Semester 1: Wales (Caseg Fraith Mountain Hut)
* Semester 2:

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2024/2025

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/Glendacock_2025 Semester 2: Glendalough (Glendalough International Youth Hostel)]

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2023/2024

*Semester 1: Killarney (Muckross Youth Venture Hostel)
*Semester 2: Snowdonia (Mountain View House)

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2022/2023

*Semester 1: Buncrana (Tullyarvan Mill Hostel)
*[https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Snowboner_2023 Semester 2: Snowdonia (YHA Snowden Ranger Hostel)]

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2021/2022

*Semester 1: No trip due to Covid-19
*Semester 2: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)

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2020/2021

No trips due to Covid-19
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2019/2020

*Semester 1: Donegal (Dooey Hostel, Glencolumbkille)
*Semester 2: No trip due to Covid-19

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2018/2019

*Semester 1: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (Denton House, Keswick)

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2017/2018

*Semester 1: Mournes (The Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Bryn Gwynant)

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2016/2017

*Semester 1: Killarney (The Railway Hostel)
*Semester 2: Dingle (Dún Chaoin Youth Hostel)

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2015/2016

*Semester 1:Donegal (Aras Ghlenn Cholm Cille )
*Semester 2:Wales (Corris)

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2014/2015

*Semester 1: Dingle (Rainbow Hostel)
*Christmas: Scotland, Fort William (Inchree)
*Semester 2: The Lake District (YHA Buttermere)

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2013/2014

*Semester 1: Mournes (Hutt Hostel)
*Semester 2: Killarney(Fossa Camping Park)

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2012/2013

*Semester 1: Dingle
*Semester 2: Wales (YHA Snowdon Ranger)

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2011/2010

*Semester 1:
*Semester 2: Scotland

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2010/2009

*Semester 1: Wicklow (Rathdrum)
*Semester 2: Tipperary (The Mountain Lodge)

'''Also see [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Adventures Adventures] for more camping and hotels locations.'''

Cuisine

2025-10-27T17:22:10Z

Aodhan:

''Here are a few club favourite recipes, please add your own!''

== Pizza in a Pan ==

An ideal dish for when everyone assumed the hostel would have an oven, but it doesn't. Actually surprisingly tasty.

'''Ingredients'''

1 Frozen pizza, ideally completely thawed due to a barely-working excuse of a fridge

''' Cooking Instructions '''

https://imgur.com/BAfrZdU.jpg

Aodhán and Niall decided this recipe could be further optimised for not only Club Trips but for all adventures even when there is neither an oven or a hob. Instead you can use a Trangia Spirit Stove. For more information go to [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Pizza_in_a_Trangia Pizza in a Trangia]

== Slow Cookers ==

Slow cookers are a great way to leave your food cooking while you're out hiking/climbing for the day. Ideally bring as many as possible to help ensure that the minimum of 10 slow cookers per Club Trip is met (this is enforced by Mountaineering Ireland). They have the added advantage of letting you know what your food would taste like overcooked, when you inevitably arrive back much later than you had planned. Leave it cooking in your room to add a pleasant smell and a thrilling risk of fire.

=== Slow Whiskey ===

[[File:Slow_whiskey.jpeg|thumb|upright=0.6|Slow whiskey on the Wales 2025 Trip.]]

Perfect for after a long wet hike. It never gets (c)old.

'''Ingredients'''
* 1.7L Boiling Water (1 Kettle’s worth)
* 800mL Whiskey (approx)
* 3-4 Lemon/Orange Slices
* Cloves
* 5 heaped teaspoons of Sugar

'''Cooking Instructions'''

1. Turn on the slow cooker, setting to warm.

2. Boil a full kettle.

3. Slice the orange/lemon into slices and place a clove into each segment.

4. Add the water and whiskey to the slow cooker, mixing well.

5. Add the sugar while stirring, ensuring all is dissolved.

6. Add the slices and let the hot whiskey stew for at least 5 minutes before serving.

'''Recommendations'''
* Replace sugar with honey for a healthier alternative.
* Ideally cook stew in the slow cooker beforehand and don’t wash the pot for extra flavour.

== Block of Cheese ==

[[File:Cheese.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|The preferred purchase.]]

A nutritious and versatile hiking meal. Extremely quick preparation time. Should be carried at all times in case of emergencies.

'''Ingredients'''

• The ''most vintage'' cheddar cheese obtainable (this will enhance its energising properties).

• Slicing Apparatus

''' Cooking Instructions '''

1. Purchase cheese.

2. Open packaging.

3. Slice Cheese (we aren't animals)

4. Enjoy.

The cheese has the ability to resuscitate tired hikers and can be distributed during hikes to boost morale.

Can be served as "the vegetarian option"

== Banana in a Wrap ==

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Banana

* 1 Wrap

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Remove all packaging from banana. Place onto wrap. Wrap up. Eat.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve with a side of bananas.

'''Wine Pairing'''

We suggest to serve this dish with a vintage banana juice.

== The True Creamer ==
[[File:Truecreamer.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|An example of the True Creamer at the 2024 Keane's Xmas Party.]]
While fools debate concepts such as "head", "shtick" and "domage", the wise mountaineer recognises only one qualifier for a superior pint of stout, the so called ''True Creamer''.

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Pint of Stout (preferably Guinness from a can)

* Carton of Milk

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Pour pint (or have it poured for you). Let it settle, the glass will probably be full so have a decent gulp. Unscrew the cap of the milk carton, and putting the rim of it up to the glass, slowly pour milk to your desired taste. The pint should turn a lovely pale brown colour. You have now achieved the True Creamer.

Note: more often than not someone other than the drinker of the pint prepares the True Creamer, often without the drinkers consent or prior knowledge - this is completely fine and they will be glad you did this.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve cooled with the remaining milk in the carton as a chaser.

'''Wine Pairing'''

A second pint.

Cuisine

2025-10-27T17:17:37Z

Aodhan:

''Here are a few club favourite recipes, please add your own!''

== Pizza in a Pan ==

An ideal dish for when everyone assumed the hostel would have an oven, but it doesn't. Actually surprisingly tasty.

'''Ingredients'''

1 Frozen pizza, ideally completely thawed due to a barely-working excuse of a fridge

''' Cooking Instructions '''

https://imgur.com/BAfrZdU.jpg

Aodhán and Niall decided this recipe could be further optimised for not only Club Trips but for all adventures even when there is neither an oven or a hob. Instead you can use a Trangia Spirit Stove. For more information go to [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Pizza_in_a_Trangia Pizza in a Trangia]

== Slow Cookers ==

Slow cookers are a great way to leave your food cooking while you're out hiking/climbing for the day. Ideally bring as many as possible to help ensure that the minimum of 10 slow cookers per Club Trip is met (this is enforced by Mountaineering Ireland). They have the added advantage of letting you know what your food would taste like overcooked, when you inevitably arrive back much later than you had planned. Leave it cooking in your room to add a pleasant smell and a thrilling risk of fire.

=== Slow Whiskey ===

[[File:Slow_whiskey.jpeg|thumb|upright=0.6|Slow whiskey on the Wales 2025 Trip.]]

Perfect for after a long wet hike. It never gets (c)old.

'''Ingredients'''
* 1.7L Boiling Water (1 Kettle’s worth)
* 800mL Whiskey (approx)
* 3-4 Lemon/Orange Slices
* Cloves
* 5 heaped teaspoons of Sugar

'''Cooking Instructions'''

1. Turn on the slow cooker, setting to warm.

2. Boil a full kettle.

3. Slice the orange/lemon into slices and place a clove into each segment.

4. Add the water and whiskey to the slow cooker, mixing well.

5. Add the sugar while stirring, ensuring all is dissolved.

6. Add the slices and let the hot whiskey stew for at least 5 minutes before serving.

'''Recommendations'''
* Replace sugar with honey for a healthier alternative.
* Ideally cook stew in the slow cooker beforehand and don’t wash the pot for extra flavour.

== Block of Cheese ==

[[File:Cheese.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|The preferred purchase.]]

A nutritious and versatile hiking meal. Extremely quick preparation time. Should be carried at all times in case of emergencies.

'''Ingredients'''

• The ''most vintage'' cheddar cheese obtainable (this will enhance its energising properties).

• Slicing Apparatus

''' Cooking Instructions '''

1. Purchase cheese.

2. Open packaging.

3. Slice Cheese (we aren't animals)

4. Enjoy.

The cheese has the ability to resuscitate tired hikers and can be distributed during hikes to boost morale.

Can be served as "the vegetarian option"

== Banana in a Wrap ==

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Banana

* 1 Wrap

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Remove all packaging from banana. Place onto wrap. Wrap up. Eat.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve with a side of bananas.

'''Wine Pairing'''

We suggest to serve this dish with a vintage banana juice.

== The True Creamer ==
[[File:Truecreamer.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|An example of the True Creamer at the 2024 Keane's Xmas Party.]]
While fools debate concepts such as "head", "shtick" and "domage", the wise mountaineer recognises only one qualifier for a superior pint of stout, the so called ''True Creamer''.

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Pint of Stout (preferably Guinness from a can)

* Carton of Milk

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Pour pint (or have it poured for you). Let it settle, the glass will probably be full so have a decent gulp. Unscrew the cap of the milk carton, and putting the rim of it up to the glass, slowly pour milk to your desired taste. The pint should turn a lovely pale brown colour. You have now achieved the True Creamer.

Note more often then not someone other than the drinker of the pint prepares the True Creamer, often without the drinkers consent or prior knowledge - this is completely fine and they will be glad you did this.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve cooled with the remaining milk in the carton as a chaser.

'''Wine Pairing'''

A second pint.

Cuisine

2025-10-27T14:32:56Z

Aodhan:

''Here are a few club favourite recipes, please add your own!''

== Pizza in a Pan ==

An ideal dish for when everyone assumed the hostel would have an oven, but it doesn't. Actually surprisingly tasty.

'''Ingredients'''

1 Frozen pizza, ideally completely thawed due to a barely-working excuse of a fridge

''' Cooking Instructions '''

https://imgur.com/BAfrZdU.jpg

Aodhán and Niall decided this recipe could be further optimised for not only Club Trips but for all adventures even when there is neither an oven or a hob. Instead you can use a Trangia Spirit Stove. For more information go to [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Pizza_in_a_Trangia Pizza in a Trangia]

== Slow Cookers ==

Slow cookers are a great way to leave your food cooking while you're out hiking/climbing for the day. Ideally bring as many as possible to help ensure that the minimum of 10 slow cookers per Club Trip is met (this is enforced by Mountaineering Ireland). They have the added advantage of letting you know what your food would taste like overcooked, when you inevitably arrive back much later than you had planned. Leave it cooking in your room to add a pleasant smell and a thrilling risk of fire.

=== Slow Whiskey ===

[[File:Slow_whiskey.jpeg|thumb|upright=0.6|Slow whiskey on the Wales 2025 Trip.]]

Perfect for after a long wet hike. It never gets (c)old.

'''Ingredients'''
* 1.7L Boiling Water (1 Kettle’s worth)
* 800mL Whiskey (approx)
* 3-4 Lemon/Orange Slices
* Cloves
* 5 heaped teaspoons of Sugar

'''Cooking Instructions'''

1. Turn on the slow cooker, setting to warm.

2. Boil a full kettle.

3. Slice the orange/lemon into slices and place a clove into each segment.

4. Add the water and whiskey to the slow cooker, mixing well.

5. Add the sugar while stirring, ensuring all is dissolved.

6. Add the slices and let the hot whiskey stew for at least 5 minutes before serving.

'''Recommendations'''
* Replace sugar with honey for a healthier alternative.
* Ideally cook stew in the slow cooker beforehand.

== Block of Cheese ==

[[File:Cheese.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|The preferred purchase.]]

A nutritious and versatile hiking meal. Extremely quick preparation time. Should be carried at all times in case of emergencies.

'''Ingredients'''

• The ''most vintage'' cheddar cheese obtainable (this will enhance its energising properties).

• Slicing Apparatus

''' Cooking Instructions '''

1. Purchase cheese.

2. Open packaging.

3. Slice Cheese (we aren't animals)

4. Enjoy.

The cheese has the ability to resuscitate tired hikers and can be distributed during hikes to boost morale.

Can be served as "the vegetarian option"

== Banana in a Wrap ==

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Banana

* 1 Wrap

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Remove all packaging from banana. Place onto wrap. Wrap up. Eat.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve with a side of bananas.

'''Wine Pairing'''

We suggest to serve this dish with a vintage banana juice.

== The True Creamer ==
[[File:Truecreamer.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|An example of the True Creamer at the 2024 Keane's Xmas Party.]]
While fools debate concepts such as "head", "shtick" and "domage", the wise mountaineer recognises only one qualifier for a superior pint of stout, the so called ''True Creamer''.

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Pint of Stout (preferably Guinness from a can)

* Carton of Milk

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Pour pint (or have it poured for you). Let it settle, the glass will probably be full so have a decent gulp. Unscrew the cap of the milk carton, and putting the rim of it up to the glass, slowly pour milk to your desired taste. The pint should turn a lovely pale brown colour. You have now achieved the True Creamer.

Note more often then not someone other than the drinker of the pint prepares the True Creamer, often without the drinkers consent or prior knowledge - this is completely fine and they will be glad you did this.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve cooled with the remaining milk in the carton as a chaser.

'''Wine Pairing'''

A second pint.

File:Slow whiskey.jpeg

2025-10-27T14:29:57Z

Aodhan:

Cuisine

2025-10-27T14:08:53Z

Aodhan: Added slow whiskey

''Here are a few club favourite recipes, please add your own!''

== Pizza in a Pan ==

An ideal dish for when everyone assumed the hostel would have an oven, but it doesn't. Actually surprisingly tasty.

'''Ingredients'''

1 Frozen pizza, ideally completely thawed due to a barely-working excuse of a fridge

''' Cooking Instructions '''

https://imgur.com/BAfrZdU.jpg

Aodhán and Niall decided this recipe could be further optimised for not only Club Trips but for all adventures even when there is neither an oven or a hob. Instead you can use a Trangia Spirit Stove. For more information go to [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php?title=Pizza_in_a_Trangia Pizza in a Trangia]

== Slow Cookers ==

Slow cookers are a great way to leave your food cooking while you're out hiking/climbing for the day. Ideally bring as many as possible to help ensure that the minimum of 10 slow cookers per Club Trip is met (this is enforced by Mountaineering Ireland). They have the added advantage of letting you know what your food would taste like overcooked, when you inevitably arrive back much later than you had planned. Leave it cooking in your room to add a pleasant smell and a thrilling risk of fire.

=== Slow Whiskey ===

Perfect for after a long wet hike. It never gets (c)old.

'''Ingredients'''
* 1.7L Boiling Water (1 Kettle’s worth)
* 800mL Whiskey (approx)
* 3-4 Lemon/Orange Slices
* Cloves
* 5 heaped teaspoons of Sugar

'''Cooking Instructions'''

1. Turn on the slow cooker, setting to warm.

2. Boil a full kettle.

3. Slice the orange/lemon into slices and place a clove into each segment.

4. Add the water and whiskey to the slow cooker, mixing well.

5. Add the sugar while stirring, ensuring all is dissolved.

6. Add the slices and let the hot whiskey stew for at least 5 minutes before serving.

'''Recommendations'''
* Replace sugar with honey for a healthier alternative.
* Ideally cook stew in the slow cooker beforehand.

== Block of Cheese ==

[[File:Cheese.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|The preferred purchase.]]

A nutritious and versatile hiking meal. Extremely quick preparation time. Should be carried at all times in case of emergencies.

'''Ingredients'''

• The ''most vintage'' cheddar cheese obtainable (this will enhance its energising properties).

• Slicing Apparatus

''' Cooking Instructions '''

1. Purchase cheese.

2. Open packaging.

3. Slice Cheese (we aren't animals)

4. Enjoy.

The cheese has the ability to resuscitate tired hikers and can be distributed during hikes to boost morale.

Can be served as "the vegetarian option"

== Banana in a Wrap ==

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Banana

* 1 Wrap

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Remove all packaging from banana. Place onto wrap. Wrap up. Eat.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve with a side of bananas.

'''Wine Pairing'''

We suggest to serve this dish with a vintage banana juice.

== The True Creamer ==
[[File:Truecreamer.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6|An example of the True Creamer at the 2024 Keane's Xmas Party.]]
While fools debate concepts such as "head", "shtick" and "domage", the wise mountaineer recognises only one qualifier for a superior pint of stout, the so called ''True Creamer''.

'''Ingredients'''

* 1 Pint of Stout (preferably Guinness from a can)

* Carton of Milk

'''Cooking Instructions'''

Pour pint (or have it poured for you). Let it settle, the glass will probably be full so have a decent gulp. Unscrew the cap of the milk carton, and putting the rim of it up to the glass, slowly pour milk to your desired taste. The pint should turn a lovely pale brown colour. You have now achieved the True Creamer.

Note more often then not someone other than the drinker of the pint prepares the True Creamer, often without the drinkers consent or prior knowledge - this is completely fine and they will be glad you did this.

'''Serving Suggestion'''

Serve cooled with the remaining milk in the carton as a chaser.

'''Wine Pairing'''

A second pint.

Glendacock 2025

2025-10-24T18:46:44Z

Aodhan:

The '''2025 Club Trip to Glendalough''', also known as '''Glendacock 2025''' took place in semester 2 of the 2024/25 academic year. It was notable for numerous reasons, mainly for being the first collaborative club trip ever, which involved sharing the hostel between the UGMC and the University of Limerick Outdoors Pursuits Club (ULOPC).

53 members of the UGMC shared the 120 person hostel with about 60 of the ULOPC, in a bid to reduce cost and foster inter-university relations by the committee. Reviews from the club trippers found this did not help improve relationships, and numerous incidents, primarily [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/The_Bugle#The_Glendalough_Heist the Great Bugle Theft] caused many unfavourable opinions of the ULOPC to be developed.

== Details ==
'''Date''': 14th - 17th March 2025

'''Location''': Glendalough

'''Hostel''': Glendalough International Hostel

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===
The first day involved a hike around the hills surrounding the Glendalough valley. The short hike left from the hostel and traversed the hills on the opposite side of the valley to Spinc until they reached the road by the hydro-power station.

The longer hike that day was billed as "the torture hike", which involved the same route as the short but rather than stopping at the power station, continuing on back to the hostel via the Spinc. The day's weather was glorious and some deer were encountered, some more dead than others... Despite the enjoyeable day, all hikers who undertook the torture route complained that it was anything-but, and was frankly a walk in the park (or garden, I should say).
=== Day 2 ===
Hiking VC Joe naturally took offense to the jibes at his route-making, so instructed the still-hungry torture hikers to walk back to the hostel from Log na Coille (Lugnaquilla), which was the location of the second days hike. While the short and medium hikers tackled Lug from opposite sides, the Torture group began marching up some different way, battling through the flattened Sitka forests. After summitting Lug they trekked onwards on the 30km walk back to the hostel, through valley and mountain, following Aodhán and his infinite supply of knock-off Tesco mars bars.

The weather stayed good and it was a grand day out. No complaints about route length were fielded this time.
== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
The climbing gang headed off to Dalkey quarry for the day.
=== Day 2 ===
Day 2 was spent in the boulder fields of Glendalough, but some say that they spent more time at the nearby coffee van than climbing...
== Events ==

=== The Legal Case ===

=== Emma's Return ===

=== The Apparition of St. Patrick ===
The final day of the club trip coincided with St. Patrick's day, on the eve of this holy day, an apparition of the Saint himself was seen leaving the holy monastic settlement (Glendalough International Hostel). He led a group of devote pilgrims to the highest point that side of the country. Upon the pulpit at the summit he delivered a sermon to his followers.

On the holy day itself he was again seen preaching to his congregation and blessing his day with some holy beer. He was later sighted again in the holy town of Newbridge

=== The Great Bugle Theft ===

== Notable Food & Drink ==
Numerous food and drink was consumed. Here is some of the highlights.
=== The Egg Liquor ===
American exchange student Tarq was extremely cultured, so much so that he possessed the previously unheard of “Egg Liquor”. The bottle was sapphire blue, tall and thin, imported from an unknown source. The liquid itself was yellow and thick, like that of an egg yoke. The scholars at UGMC were incredibly confused by this substance and tried to fry it, mix it and scramble it. Ultimately it was decided that drinking it straight was the best method of consumption. The flavour could only be described as “eggy”. Multiple people, including Ex-Captain Jack, regretted the egg liquor in the morning.
===The UL Milk Fridge===
UL promised its members that there would be one litre of milk for every one of its denizens. The consequence of this was they needed to store it all. Despite there being limited fridge space, the vast greed of UL led them to filling one of two whole fridges with 3L cartons of milk. The UGMC helped themselves to as much of this milk as they could.

Glendacock 2025

2025-10-11T08:35:49Z

Aodhan:

Glendacock 2025

2025-10-10T22:23:46Z

Aodhan: /* The Apparition of St. Patrick */

The '''2025 Club Trip to Glendalough''', also known as '''Glendacock 2025''' took place in semester 2 of the 2024/25 academic year. It was notable for numerous reasons, mainly for being the first collaborative club trip ever, which involved sharing the hostel between the UGMC and the University of Limerick Outdoors Pursuits Club (ULOPC).

53 members of the UGMC shared the 120 person hostel with about 60 of the ULOPC, in a bid to reduce cost and foster inter-university relations by the committee. Reviews from the club trippers found this did not help improve relationships, and numerous incidents, primarily [https://wiki.ugmc.ie/index.php/The_Bugle#The_Glendalough_Heist the Great Bugle Theft] caused many unfavourable opinions of the ULOPC to be developed.

== Details ==
'''Date''': 14th - 17th March 2025

'''Location''': Glendalough

'''Hostel''': Glendalough An Óige Youth Hostel

== Hikes ==

=== Day 1 ===
The first day involved a hike around the hills surrounding the Glendalough valley. The short hike left from the hostel and traversed the hills on the opposite side of the valley to Spinc until they reached the road by the hydro-power station.

The longer hike that day was billed as "the torture hike", which involved the same route as the short but rather than stopping at the power station, continuing on back to the hostel via the Spinc. The day's weather was glorious and some deer were encountered, some more dead than others... Despite the enjoyeable day, all hikers who undertook the torture route complained that it was anything-but, and was frankly a walk in the park (or garden, I should say).
=== Day 2 ===
Hiking VC Joe naturally took offense to the jibes at his route-making, so instructed the still-hungry torture hikers to walk back to the hostel from Log na Coille (Lugnaquilla), which was the location of the second days hike. While the short and medium hikers tackled Lug from opposite sides, the Torture group began marching up some different way, battling through the flattened Sitka forests. After summitting Lug they trekked onwards on the 30km walk back to the hostel, through valley and mountain, following Aodhán and his infinite supply of knock-off Tesco mars bars.

The weather stayed good and it was a grand day out. No complaints about route length were fielded this time.
== Climbs ==

=== Day 1 ===
The climbing gang headed off to Dalkey quarry for the day.
=== Day 2 ===
Day 2 was spent in the boulder fields of Glendalough, but some say that they spent more time at the nearby coffee van than climbing...
== Events ==

=== The Legal Case ===

=== Emma's Return ===

=== The Apparition of St. Patrick ===
The final day of the club trip coincided with St. Patrick's day, on the eve of this holy day, an apparition of the Saint himself was seen leaving the holy monastic settlement (Glendalough Internation Hostel). He led a group of devote pilgrims to the highest point that side of the country. Upon the pulpit at the summit he delivered a sermon to his followers.

On the holy day itself he was again seen preaching to his congregation and blessing his day with some holy beer. He was later sighted again in the holy town of Newbridge

=== The Great Bugle Theft ===