Craic of Dawn 2025
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Craic of Dawn Date:Ā Ā April 5th 2025Ā š
Date: Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Location: Beyond the Trees Avondale ā back for a second year after last yearās amazing success! A huge thank you to Aga Nowacka and Coillte for welcoming us once again to the stunning AvondaleĀ Forest Park in Wicklow. We canāt wait to take in the breathtaking sunrise views with you all!š¤š»š¤š»
Cost of this Fundraiser Event:Ā Ā ā¬50
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The Craic of Dawn is back, offering another unforgettable early-morning adventure ā all in support of the Glen of Imaal Irish Red Cross Mountain Rescue Team. As a voluntary organization, we rely on this event to raise essential funds for maintaining our teamās vehicles, equipment, and base ā ensuring we can continue to operate safely and efficiently when people need us most.
Whatās in Store?
This yearās route takes you on a 10/11km hike through the breathtaking trails of Avondale Forest Park. As you make your way through the diverse woodland, youāll be walking among trees planted during the Great Forest Experiment of the early 1900s ā an ambitious project that tested 99 different species to determine the best trees for Irish conditions. These forests have shaped modern forestry in Ireland, and now, you get to experience their beauty firsthand! š²š
The Grand Finale
Your journey ends on top of the Treetop Walk and Viewing Tower, where youāll greet the morning with stunning 360-degree sunrise views over Avondale Forest. Itās the perfect reward for an early start!
Who Can Take Part?
This walk is suitable for all levels, and as we always say ā the biggest challenge is simply getting up before sunrise! But once you’re up, you’re up ā and thereās something truly special about starting your day in the peaceful, golden glow of the morning.
If you’ve never experienced sunrise like this before, trust us ā it’s worth it. And if you have? Well, you already know the magic.
So, set your alarm, gather your walking buddies, and join us for an unforgettable morning in support of a great cause. šā¤ļø
Time:Ā Ā
On the morning, bothĀ Entry gatesĀ to the venue andĀ RegistrationĀ will be open from 5am and will close at 5.30am Sharp.Ā (Give yourselves plenty of time for travelling, parking and getting booted and suited for your hike)Ā Parking is free of charge.
Registration for the eventĀ is very simple. Just follow the registration link below. Fill in your details as requested. Before you press ācontinueā to payment you have the option to register for someone else (maybe you are coming along with a friend or a family member and would like to register them as well) When you finish putting in details, press continue to payment and then you are done! Any hassles email us atĀ cod(Replace this parenthesis with the @ sign)wmr.ie
Cost of the Event:Ā ā¬50pp
REGISTRATION OPEN NOWĀ šš¼
DETAILS ON THE DAY
An email will be sent to all registered participants before the event
Directions
How to get to Beyond the Trees at Avondale:Ā Click this link for directions and timings etc..Ā
ParkingĀ
The Avondale Forest Car Park is Free of Charge.Ā The gates will open at 5am and will close at 5.30am (sharp)Ā
Registration Ā
Gates and Check in opens from 5.00am, last Check In is atĀ 5.30am sharp. Ensure you leave enough time for travelling, parking, getting dressed etc.
On the walking routeĀ
The route is easy to follow and will be well-marked with arrows and flags. You will also meet our Team members on the route to cheer you on and assist if needed. Sunrise on April 5th 2025 is at 6.48 am š
WeatherĀ
If we could, we would guarantee a beautiful calm morning sunrise but unfortunately we canāt!Ā Always keep an eye on the weather for the few days prior to the event so you have an idea what the weather will be like on the day. Dress accordingly.
Cafe
The Cafe on site will be open after the event for tea, coffee and Breakfast.
GearĀ
Kit List
- Good waterproof boots / Shoes
- Rain gear ā Jacket and pants (if you have them)
- Hat & gloves
- Head torch, with spare batteries (It will be dark when you set out at 5am)
- Mobile phone
- Basic first aid (minimum: large sterile dressing, bandage, sterile wipes, compeed)
- Some glucose (always good to have jellies, sweets and/or energy bars in your bag)
- Food and water sufficient for you for the duration of the event
- Some extra clothing layers ā e.g. spare fleece
