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Donegal Boardwalk Resort, Carrigart
CHARITY EVENT 2022
Donegal Camino
FROM INISHOWEN TO SLIEVE LEAGUE
Following the success of the Donegal Camino last year, we are proud to present Donegal Camino 2022, a seven day hike from Inishowen to Slieve League – Sunday 4th September to Saturday 10th September inclusive.
Thank you to everyone who supported the Donegal Camino in aid of Cancer Care West.
Photo courtesy of Matt Britton
“This is my homeland, the place I was born in, No matter where I go, it’s in my soul. My feet may wander a thousand places, But my heart will lead me back home to my Donegal”.
This was our theme song for Donegal Camino 2021 – our eight day hike from Malin Head, the most northerly point of Ireland to Slieve League in south west Donegal. This was no ordinary walk. The Donegal Camino was an extraordinary experience, showcasing the beauty of Donegal – the place and the people. Together we walked, we talked, we laughed and there was even the odd tear. We enjoyed Donegal hospitality, food, music, history and culture.
Peggy Stringer founded the Donegal Camino in 2020 and last year, she was joined by Noel Cunningham, Deirdre McGlone and about fifty walkers from all over the country. This was a great opportunity to promote our beloved county of Donegal as well as raise awareness and garner much needed funds for Cancer Care West. Between the two events, we were proud to present a cheque for €26,000 to this very worthy cause. Firstly, a big thank you to everyone who walked, donated or helped out in any way to make the Donegal Camino such an amazing success.
Donegal Camino 2022 is set to be another wonderful event. With your help, it is our aim this year to exceed the amount of funds raised by the Donegal Camino for Cancer Care West.
How do I register?
- Please use the online registration form below.
What does my registration fee cover?
- Three professional guides on each walk
- Insurance
- Donegal Camino T-shirt
- Support network vehicles, first aid and supports to ensure all walkers safety
What are the transport arrangements?
All walkers are responsible for making their own transport arrangements. Each walk will have the same start and finish point. On Day 6, a bus will be organised to take walkers from Donegal Town to the start point of the Bluestack valley with return to town after the walk.
Accommodation
Walkers are responsible for booking and confirming their own accommodation. It is advised to make reservations as soon as possible. An additional listing of quality accommodation options is available on www.govisitdonegal.com
Dinner Arrangements
There will be a selected venue for dinner each evening. Guests are advised to book directly with the restaurant.
How can I donate to the Cancer Care West charity?
Donations can be done via www.iDonate.ie
Make Cheques payable to Cancer Care West in the name of Donegal Camino.
Set up an idonate page as part of your personal sponsorship.
How much sponsorship do I need to gather?
The primary aim of the Donegal Camino is to raise much needed funds for Cancer Care West which will make a tangible difference for cancer patients and their families in Donegal.
Last year, many people suggested that we should have sought sponsorship from participants. So this year, we are asking you to raise as much as you can and there are lots of ways you can do this. Noel is our charity guru and any help needed with fundraising ideas will be shared by him with pleasure. Together we can raise a substantial amount for such an amazing cause.
Donate to Cancer Care West
We have chosen to fundraise for Cancer Care West. All funds raised here will go directly to this great cause. We hope you can help us by donating whatever you can. Simply click the Donate button. All donations are processed securely.
Walk with us
Peggy Stringer – Deirdre McGlone – Noel Cunningham
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Thank You
DAY 1 – URRIS HILLS
Sunday 4th September
MEET POINT: Gap of Mamore
The Urris hills walk will begin at the viewing carpark on the road leading to the top of Mamore gap. Then there will be a mountain track to the top of the Urris hills. With magnificent views over Lough Swilly, we will return to Leenan beach via the track from the lakes to Urris. Road & Mountain walk.
Strenuous
DAY 3 – MUCKISH MOUNTAIN
Tuesday 6th September
MEET POINT: Muckish Gap Shrine
From the Grotto we will ascend 400 meters to the top of Muckish mountain. This is a mountain walk with some soft ground and some steep ground. Today we will be all off road so good boots will be required.
Moderate to Strenuous
DAY 5 – SHESKINMORE NATURE RESERVE
Thursday 8th September
MEET POINT: Tramore beach caravan and camping park
Back to nature today as we explore the Sheskinmore nature reserve at Rosbeg. Beach & Sand Dune walk. 3 hours approx.
Moderate
DAY 6 – BLUESTACK MOUNTAINS – CLOGHER & DISERT VALLEYS
Friday 9th September
MEET POINT: Bus departing from outside the Central Hotel, Donegal Town at 9.30am (Return to town at 5pm)
A bog track & road walk in the foothills of the Bluestack mountains. Approx. 12km, this walk will take around 4 hours to complete.
Moderate but quite long
Registration
Donegal Camino 4th – 10th September 2022
STEP 1
Fill out the registration form and click ‘Submit Registration’
STEP 2
Pay registration fee
What does my registration fee cover?
- Three professional guides on each walk
- Insurance
- Support network (back-up cars etc)
- Donegal Camino T-shirt
To pay the walkers registration fee, please select from the following:
Thank you.
We look forward to walking with you.