The Carrlingford Lought Currach Club will be holding their annual Fun Regatta on Saturday the 29th and Sunday the 30th of August. It's

a short course similar to our own Fun Regatta held last April. The main difference is that it's a two day event. A full days racing will be held on both days. See below for the list of races. Heats will be held on the Saturday with the finals on the Sunday.

All races are from the beach and a BBQ will also be ongoing all day on both days. An evening meal on both days is also included 

The entry fee to race and partake in the hospitality is 30 pounds sterling.

The event itself will be held in the beautiful town of Warrenpoint situated on the shores of Carrlingford Lough.

For more information see the attachments below, including a list of local accommodation options. 

Please sign up here if you're interested.

The very best. John M

The West Clare Currach Club are holding their annual Fundraising Row to Scattery Island again this coming Saturday, the 8th of August. The cost of the row is 20 euros. 

The row itself involves rowing from the marina in Kilrush out to Scattery Island where a fun Regatta will also take place. There are prizes and a picnic as part of the regatta. All boats are supplied so no towing is involved.

I'd suggest that those who are interested meet at 8.00 at the club on Saturday morning where people can car pool. And which will also leave people enough time to be at Kilrush Marina for 11.00. Its expected that people will be back at the marina that evening for 5.00. Its a brilliant day out, I'd really recommend going. The Island itself has many monastic ruins and round towers.

For anyone who's interested, if you could sign up below.

The best. John M

Suitable for 2h, 3h currachs or kayaks, canoes or SUPs. ETA back at Crosses Green 20.00. 

For returning Currachs, Trinity bridge becomes passable ar 22.00.

Express interest here or to me at 0872663588

This is a long open sea row and to be eligible participants must have completed an O2C at a minimum.Numbers we can accomodate will be dictated by number of boats we can bring but we expect a max of 20 people (4 x 4 hand with steering oar) subject to to 2 trailers and 2 towers. Please indicate interest here and confirm if you can tow.

The organising committee  for this trip are ceannasai Jim Malone and Elaine Winters and referee Colin ODonnell.

The organising committee's decision with regard to suitability for participation in the trip will be final.

Given the expected weather conditions precautions will have to taken by all participants against sun stroke. High factor SPF, hat, suitable clothing, plentifull supply of water.

First up, The West Clare Currach Club is holding it annual fundraising row to Scattery Island with fun regatta while there on the 8th of August. All boats are supplied on the day, so no towing is involved. 14 of our members went the last time. As usual we will meet at the club to car pool.

More details are to follow nearer the date.

Another great event to keep in mind is a 2 day fun regatta being run by the Carrlingford Currach Club which be will be held on the 29/30th of August. There are a large number of types of race pairings involved and this event is very much aimed at the fun Regatta Rower. Very similar to our own event held last April. The event itself is being held in Warrenpoint Co. Down. With all races from the beach there and with Bar B Que on going all day. Hospitality is second to none. 

Lots of local BnB's and camping options available.

Again, more details to follow nearer the date.

For any immediate enquiries about either event please post here.

The best. John M.

So this is call to arms, for those who have braved a good Raid before (and survived) or those with a recent Ocean to City medal of honour around the necks. Join us near Ballydehob on Friday July 24th to Sunday July 26th, as we attempt to bring some new islands under our flag. 

Weather permitting (as I threaten the Child of Prague), we will depart Cork on the morning of the 24th for two nights of wild camping and three days of rowing.  Base camp, will be hidden ashore, deep among the high grasses, the location being top secret til the departure day!

As usual, pack light and we will organise a communal kitchen. Places will be limited by our towing ability - so register your interest and we will allocate places on a first come basis.

Send your name to martin@trasnanadtonnta.com and I will be in touch to confirm your place.

This email will self destruct - eventually.

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I will be participating on Fionnbarra... To get a few currachs participating needs someone to lead.

The Skerries 3 Island Challenge is being held on Saturday the 20th of June.

Registration is at 1.00 and crews must bring their own boat. This promises to be another great day out for any members who are interested in travelling. Infact our club members have participated in the past. For further information please contact Shane on 086 8156601 or look online for their FB page.

For those interested, could a club member take the lead in organising the travel arrangements.

The very best. John M.

Just to let you know that The West Clare Currach Club in conjunction with The Clare Skiffs Club are holding a fun regatta involving both Currachs and Skiffs in Querrin Co. Clare next Saturday the 13th.

Registration is at 12.30 with the first race at 1.30. All crews are mixed and drawn from a hat. If people would like to stay overnight on the Saturday or for further enquiries please Kevin Heapes on 086 8202181.

Could someone please take the lead in organising any travel plans for members interested in travelling.

The best.  John M

We have been invited to attend a traditional boat festival in Villefranche-sur-mer on the French Riviera -3 km east of Nice. It runs from Tuesday September 15th until Sunday 20th 2026. This should be a delightful experience with beautiful traditional boats from across the Mediterranean and Atlantic from Cyprus to Ireland, rowing and sailing from Villefranche towards Monaco.

We propose bringing 2 naomhógs on the Cork Roscoff ferry on 12th September returning 22nd September. With 10 crew we estimate that this would cost circa 300eu each. Attendees would then have to budget for flights and accommodation. Guidance on accommodation including hostel option near Nice can be provided to those wishing to participate but camping will not be an option in this area.

To facilitate ferry booking could you please let me know if you are interested in attending by May 20th. A non refundable deposit of 50eu towards the 300eu transport costs will be required by the 20th.

Places will be allocated on a 'first come first served' basis with priority for drivers. In that regard we would welcome volunteer drivers for the circa 15 hours drive from Roscoff to Villefranche and back. Perhaps you would consider driving one way; this could help manage time from work and your expenses. 

If more or less than the target of 10 are interested the plan will be reviewed with those interested but the decision of the organisers (Brídín and Ed) on numbers participating will be final.

See attached plan of proposed daily rows.

If interested, please contact me by email Brídín Cannon bidcan@gmail.com

a bientôt

Brídín