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Sunny Sunday on the Boyne

On a chilly but sunny Sunday a few of us hit the Boyne to clear the cobwebs off of the boats. With a couple of new faces, it was great to introduce people to the joys of Stackallen, the Diagonal … Continue reading

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In Memory of Brita

Brita worked as a volunteer for the Make A Wish foundation. If people would like her work to continue then please help by donating in her memory. Donate Here

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Our Tragic Loss

Lir Canoe Club is devastated by the sudden and tragic loss of Brita Waters, one of our brightest and best members. We wish to extend our deepest sympathies to Brita’s partner, family and friends.

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Liffey Odyssey 2018

A number of Lir paddlers once again took part in the 8th Liffey Odyssey organised by Conor Ryan and his team to raise funds for Crumlin Children’s Hospital. Fancy dress was adorned, drums banged and passer-bys on the quayside were … Continue reading

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Stronger Together

Canoeing Ireland is undertaking a series of workshops with kayak & canoe clubs across the country – and Lir went to the Dublin & East Coast one on 21st April. It was a very open and honest discussion focusing on … Continue reading

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Paddling Season

Now that the Autumn is upon us, we’re gearing up for plenty of rain and with that comes plenty of paddling! Don’t forget that Lir runs club trips every Sunday, usually on the Liffey, the Boyne or in Wicklow (when … Continue reading

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Lir at the Liffey Descent

Well done to all the Lir paddlers who did the Liffey Descent yesterday. And huge well done to James for a fantastic time!!!! Thanks to Brita, Martin, Alan, Michael and Paddy for doing rescue at Shakleton’s. Finishing times: James: 2:48:58 … Continue reading

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Pool Sessions

Lir run pool sessions throughout the winter months in order to give members an opportunity to practice their rolling skills in a cozy environment. With a club trip to Cardiff on the horizon, we will have a pool session on … Continue reading

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Having Fun on Jacksons

Here’s some footage from a recent Lir trip on the Avenmore River in Wicklow. The drop featured here is well known to padders, it’s the infamous Jacksons. The water levels were quite low this day, but it’s still possible to … Continue reading

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Evan McArdle Memorial Paddle

Lir members joined a large group of paddlers who came together on April 3rd on the Boyne for a memorial paddle for Evan McArdle. The paddle was to raise awareness for the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust http://kevinbellrepatriationtrust.com/ whose help and … Continue reading

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