Backpacking

Tired of casual chit chat with no connection among strangers? Looking for a new activity to pick up on weekends? Ready to get your body moving, sweating, and discover a new side of yourself you did not know you had? You are in luck, we have just what the doctor ordered! Experience the wonderful environment that can only be had with the sound of Afro-Latin music. Learn to feel the rhythm and body movement of traditional Cuban Salsa, show off your moves with Sensual bachata, or simply come to have good craic and meet new folks! Class schedule as follows: ● **3 - 4pm**: Salsa class ● **4 - 5pm:** Bachata class ● **5 - 6pm:** NO SOCIAL THIS WEEK ● **VENUE**: Turk's Head 27 Parliament St Dublin 2 ***Note***: *Meetup attendance list is not reflective of actual number of people that show up! Come with or without a partner and get ready to dance!* Check our website for specifics on upcoming events: [https://www.dublinsalsabachata.com](https://www.dublinsalsabachata.com/)

***Salsa & Bachata Monthly Party - Noche Salsera Dance Academy*** We are back with our Salsa & Bachata Monthly Party in the Best Dublin City Centre location: *Teachers Club*. We will be playing the Best Salsa & Bachata tunes, from Classic to Modern, for a Unique & Incredible Atmosphere on the Dancefloor. Join us before the Party for 2h workshops – SalsaOn2/Mambo & Bachata, focused on improving your technique, body movement & *Sabor*. ***Date -> Saturday, 31st of January*** ***Address -> Noche Salsera Dance School, 36 Parnell Square W, Rotunda, D01T6V6*** ***Bachata:* 7.30pm – 8.30pm** ***SalsaOn2:* 8.30pm – 9.30pm** ***Party:* 9.30pm – 12.30am** *2 Workshops + Party* – *€*20 *1 Workshop + Party* – *€*15 *Party Only* – *€*10 ***Cash Only!*** [WebSite Party Page](https://www.nochesalsera.com/salsa-and-bachata-monthly-party-in-dublin/) *Noche Salsera – El Paraiso De La Salsa*

\*\*\*\*\*\* Hike Change \*\*\*\*\*\* Due to heavy rain fall \*\*\*\*\*\*\* Due to recent heavy rain fall I have moved this hike to Ticknock where we will be mostly on tracks and trails - much less boggy ground. We will meet at Ticknock car parking for 9.40, on the trails ASAP thereafter. The route will be a looped hike taking in Fairycastle, Two rock mountain, Tibradden woods and Tibradden Cairn & return to car park. There may be and wet ground / pathways due to the recent heavy rainfall. Appropriate hiking and rain gear for this hike. Please bring some lunch and drinks of your choice. Coffee afterwards in Tick Nock cafe for those who wish and have the time.

Explore Blessington Greenway and Rushborough We will be meeting at Tallaght Luas Stop at 12:00. At 12:15 we will be walking to Bus Stop 4347, We will be getting on the 65 Ballymore Route (Dublin Bus) leaving at 12:24. We will be on the Bus for 37 Stops (Bus Duration 31 Minutes Estimated). We will be getting off the Bus at Burgage Bus Stop at 12:55 (Estimates). When we are at Burgage, we will be walking 1.2 KM (16 Minutes), This will lead us to the Blessington Greenway Trail for 13:11. The trail is 12.1 KM (Duration 3 Hours 30 to 4 Hours). Moderate. The walkway is recently upgraded, we will be walking Poulahouca Reservoir, Russworth Walled Garden, Artisans Workshops and National Bird of Prey. When we reach Burgage, there is a Coffee Shop called Between Two, also there is a Pizza Place called Lakeshore Doughboys, there is also a Car Park for those who drive. This is a really beautiful place, I hope to see you there Every event is 3 to 5 Euro, this helps towards the membership and me too as this takes a lot of effort creating.

**📆 *Date to be confirmed.*** Fecha por confirmar. 🚀 ***From the City to the Camino.*** De la ciudad al Camino. ***After organizing several Walk & Talk events in Barcelona and Tenerife, we’ve decided it’s time to take this concept to the next level.*** Después de organizar varios eventos de Walk & Talk en Barcelona y Tenerife, hemos decidido que es hora de llevar este concepto al siguiente nivel. ***People have absolutely loved the formula.*** A la gente le ha encantado nuestra fórmula: * ***Meeting new people from all over.*** Conocer gente nueva de todo el mundo. * ***Hitting those 10k steps a day.*** Cumplir con los 10k pasos diarios. * ***Practicing Spanish and English with natives from around the world.*** Practicar español e inglés con nativos de todo el mundo. ***And what better place than the Camino de Santiago to turn our 90-minute Saturday strolls into a full 90-hour immersive week?*** ¿Qué mejor sitio que El Camino de Santiago para llevar nuestros paseos de 90 minutos de los sábados a una semana de inmersión total de 90 horas? **🥾 *How it works***. *Cómo funciona* ***We are looking for a small, balanced group.*** Buscamos un grupo pequeño y equilibrado: * ***10 Native or fluent English speakers.*** 10 Hablantes nativos o fluidos de inglés. * ***10 Native or fluent Spanish speakers.*** 10 Hablantes nativos o fluidos de español. ***The goal is a strict 50/50 split so you always have someone to practice with. No "tourist traps," just a week of real connection and language exchange.*** El objetivo es un 50/50 estricto para que siempre tengas a alguien con quien practicar. Sin "trampas para turistas", solo una semana de conexión real e intercambio de idiomas. **❓ *How many days?*** ¿Cuántos días son? ***Plan for 7 days (6 nights). We’ll walk the final 100km to Santiago to get the "Compostela" certificate.*** Cuenta con 7 días (6 noches). Recorreremos los últimos 100 km hasta Santiago para conseguir el certificado de la "Compostela". **❓ *What’s the budget?*** ¿Cuál es el presupuesto? ***We’re still finalizing details, but expect a total investment of around €750 - €950.*** Aún estamos cerrando detalles, pero cuenta con una inversión total de unos 750€ - 950€. ***This is an all-in-one package that includes.*** Es un paquete con todo incluido que contiene: * ***Shared accommodation in hostels.*** Alojamiento en hostales seleccionados (habitaciones compartidas). * ***Breakfasts and Dinners (lunch/picnic on your own).*** Desayunos y cenas incluidos (el almuerzo/picnic en ruta es por cuenta propia). * ***Luggage transport between stages.*** Transporte de mochila entre etapas. * ***Full Immersion Program (+90 hours of live practice).*** Programa de Inmersión Total (+90 horas de práctica real). * ***Pre-trip Training: Access to our online courses and prep sessions to get to know each other and gain speaking confidence before we even start walking.*** Fase de Preparación Previa: Acceso a nuestros cursos online y sesiones para ir conociéndonos y ganar confianza al hablar incluso antes de empezar a caminar. **❓ *Do I need to be an athlete?*** ¿Tengo que ser un atleta? ***Not really, but you should be comfortable walking about 20km a day. It’s a challenge, but we’ll go at a steady, conversational pace.*** Realmente no, pero deberías sentirte cómodo caminando unos 20 km al día. Es un reto, pero iremos a un ritmo constante y conversacional. **❓ *Where is the meeting point?*** ¿Cuál es el lugar de encuentro? ***We will all meet in Sarria (Lugo). Most people fly into Santiago or Madrid and take a train/bus to join the group there.*** Nos reuniremos todos en Sarria (Lugo). La mayoría de la gente vuela a Santiago o Madrid y coge un tren o autobús para unirse al grupo allí. \*\*❓ \*Why join the list? \*\*\*¿Por qué unirte a la lista? ***Places will be very limited (only 20 spots). If you join the waitlist, you’ll get the itinerary and the early-bird price before we announce it on social media.*** Las plazas serán muy limitadas (solo 20). Si te unes a la lista, recibirás el itinerario y el precio reducido antes de que lo anunciemos en redes sociales. **📩 *Just RSVP "YES" to join the list. We’ll reach out to you as soon as the dates and details are ready.*** Solo dale a "Asistir" para entrar en la lista. Nos pondremos en contacto contigo en cuanto tengamos listas las fechas y los detalles.y los detalles. ***⚠️ IMPORTANT: This is a Waiting List. The date you see is just a placeholder to keep the event active. By clicking "RSVP," you’re simply telling us you’re interested so we can send you the info first.*** IMPORTANTE: Esto es una Lista de Espera. La fecha que ves es solo para mantener el evento activo. Al darle a "Asistir", solo nos confirmas que te interesa para que podamos enviarte la información antes que a nadie.

We will meet at Laragh Free Carpark just past the Woollen Mills for 10am and traverse the above named mountains. This will be 15km and 500m ascent, over a mixture of terrains. It will be done at a relaxed pace. Please be properly prepared for a days hike, which includes hiking boots, rain jacket, rain trousers, and adequate food and water. No jeans, runners or dogs. Look forward to seeing you there.

January is in the rear view mirror, so why not join us for our first walk of the year and meet some new people while you're at it! We will hike up Bray Head and along the Cliff Walk (Upper Path) to Greystones, followed by lunch at The Happy Pear (optional). We'll leave at 11:20 AM sharp from Bray DART station. If you arrive late, you may be able to catch up with us along the way, but we can't promise to wait for individual members. A reasonable level of fitness is required - the Bray Head part is short but pretty steep! But you could take the DART to Greystones (next stop after Bray) and meet us at the Happy Pear if you are not the hiking type! If you want to invite someone along as a +1, they will be your responsibility. Remember: all members are to be treated with respect and kindness regardless of social background. The trails can be quite muddy, especially after all this rain, so come prepared (rain jacket, good walking shoes etc). The Happy Pear have lots of information [here](https://boarddublin.com/games/). Please have the courtesy to change your RSVP and get in touch if you can't make it. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Explore Hill of Tara Walking Loop in County Meath. We will be meeting in Connolly Train Station (inside right beside Pret A Manger) for 11:30. I would advise coming 5 to 10 minutes early. At 11:35 we will be walking to Dublin Busaras, we will getting on the Kells 109 Bus Eireann (which is schuduled for 11:45). Bus duration is 56 minutes (22 Stops), we will getting off the Bus at Tara Cross Stop (12:41 estimation). When we are off the Bus we will be walking for 23 minutes (1.5KM), PLEASE BE CAUTIOUS WALKING BECAUSE OF CARS. We should arrive at the trail for 13:04, for those who choose to drive, there is a Car Park right besde the Bus Stop. The trail loop is 1.4KM which is about 1 Hour, This is the place High Kings of Ireland where coronated. Dating back to pagan times and has mystical energy. There are great views of the place also dating back to St. Patrick and Brain Boru and a very old church. There is also a giftshop, visitor centre and a coffee shop called Maguires Cafe. Please be aware of sheep walking past you because you could scare them. Every event is 3-5 Euro, this goes towards the monthly meet-up membership and to me for creating and doing these events. I hope to see you on Sunday,

Weather looks brighter this Sunday with some sunshine forecast. We are heading out on a morning cycle along the South coast and up an over Killiney Hill Coffee stop the in dalkey village or happy out dun Laoghaire **Level of difficulty**:45km, 220m climbing NOTE: We will be keeping an even pace on this cycle. Here is our plan for the day. 1️⃣ We leave from Convention centre at 9:15 am 2️⃣Cycle out to Killiney then dalkey where we stop for coffee 3️⃣ back similar route 4️⃣ All going well we should be back in the city centre easily by 130pm Please wear a helmet and bring a tube, etc, in case you get a puncture. Please note - It is every participant's responsibility to ride safely, follow the rules of the road, and come prepared with the proper equipment. WAIVER & RELEASE: We are a group composed of volunteers. We are not a professional organisation. As such, each of us is responsible for our own safety and well-being during an organised event. The organiser(s) is not in any way responsible for any participant on the trip. However, as a group of friends, we make an effort to look out for one another to the best of our ability. By joining this event, you and your guests agree to and accept the following waiver and liability amendment to the Meetup Terms of Service at https://www.meetup.com/terms/ ; 1. My guests and I have read the Meetup Terms of Service at https://www.meetup.com/terms/ and hereby amend it to include the same waiver and release therein to this event's organiser(s) and participants.

Hi all, Meeting in Glendalough at the visitor centre for 9am. Walking for 9.15am latest. There is parking there and in the hotel car park for about €4 or there is Laragh free car park. We will do 1200mtrs and \~25km with the route taking us up and over Camaderry, Turlough, Lough Firrib, Conavalla, Lugduffs, Mullacor and Derrybawn. Decent pace and we will be aiming to be done in under 6hrs. No backmarkers. One of a few I will be doing before the Turks in April. Cheers Sean

Hi ladies. Let's hike the multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.

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Hi ladies. Let's hike the multi purpose trail. Wear your shoe of choice. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. 101 Craft Kitchen is about seven minutes away at 817 Polaris Pkwy, Westerville, OH 43082 We willl be doing a loop and I’ll ask one of the faster walkers to lead in the front and I’ll bring up the rear at a slower pace - 3.25 to 3.5 mph or slower! No one left behind!