Who would have thought there were orienteering maps of in and around Derry? But on Saturday, I was treated to a fast sprint series around Gransha Estate. And then on Sunday, a technically difficult stint around Magilligan's sand dune system. The sprint was staged to select the Irish junior team for the European Sprint Orienteering … Continue reading The Coastal Warrior Weekend – 2 Days of Orienteering in Derry
When I was growing up in Derry, there was a limited selection of sporting things to do. Sure, I was part of the school netball and athletics teams, but that was all that was really available. Since moving back to the North of Ireland this year however I’ve noticed an explosion of sports and associated … Continue reading Northern Ireland’s Derry lays on LegenDerry Selection of Sports
Bridges have a lot of meaning in my hometown of Derry in Northern Ireland. So last Sunday I ran a tour of them. The town is built on both sides of the banks of the River Foyle. Growing up, the Catholics traditionally lived on one side and the Protestants on the other. I grew up … Continue reading Bridging Northern Ireland’s Divided Derry City