Kerry 2012-2013

[Maryanne]

Since there's a whole new crop of freshers who haven't gone to Kerry before there's no harm going over some of the tips for getting a lift to Kerry and more importantly, getting one back.

Getting a lift:
There's no bus to Kerry, so you need to get a lift.
Post up here http://forum.ucdcanoeclub.com/index.php/topic,11195.0.html that you're looking for one or if you're driving
BUT you don't have a lift until you've contacted the driver (phone/facebook/PM etc) and they've confirmed that you're in their car.

Petrol/diesel:
Everyone in the car needs to chip in to cover this, the trips down and back are the big ones, but don't forget the shuttles to the river! They're all small, but can add up to quite a bit. Fuel's more expensive these days, so make sure you don't sting someone who's nice enough to bring you to the shop, to the river, to Finian's bay or other adventurous locations.

Gear v cars:
Some simple tips to keep the cars in good nick:
- bring a black sack/something waterproof to sit on to save the seat
- wipe grit off paddle blades before putting them in the car
- put your stuff in a bag, not straight in the boot (also cuts down on losing gear)

Boats v cars:
- the trailer will bring the boats down, but you'll have to get a lift to the river each day AND find a spot on a roof for the boat you're using
- if you haven't tied boats on to rooves before ask someone to show you how and to check that what you've done will hold
- be careful when there are boats on the roof, if they fall off they can do serious damage to a car (wing mirror, scrapes down the whole side)
- watch out for the buckles on straps, if they fall/swing into the body of the car they can take out proper chunks of paint

Food & common sense:
Seems to basic to mention, but it's not, don't leave food wrappers/crumbs/half sandwiches etc behind you

[Aoife Doyle]

Woopwoop! I will 100% definitely be there for at least 2 days, but then I think I'm being kidnapped by the MC. They do have a lot of rope.

[Niall Finch]

Pfft yeah but we can throw ours easier !

[KatieMcLoughlin]

Woopwoop! I will 100% definitely be there for at least 2 days, but then I think I'm being kidnapped by the MC. They do have a lot of rope.

Excellent choice Aoife

[Briain]

Going for 3 nights...29th to the 1st!

[Diarmuid]

Woopwoop! I will 100% definitely be there for at least 2 days, but then I think I'm being kidnapped by the MC. They do have a lot of rope.

Terrible choice Aoife

Moving away from the mountaineers now Katie?

[Diarmuid]

Woopwoop! I will 100% definitely be there for at least 2 days, but then I think I'm being kidnapped by the MC. They do have a lot of rope.

Terrible choice Aoife

Moving away from the mountaineers now Katie?

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I AM A BIG GAY WITH A BABOONS ARSE FOR A FACE AND DON'T KNOW WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT...EVER...


Mullets away

[Scabidas]

woho cant wait

[kmck]

13 days to go! Unless the mayans were right but I doubt it.

[Dani]

I'll be staying in a club house 27t to the 2nd!

[Niall Finch]

Hey guys just to say that there is no ATM in Glenbeigh (Village where we're staying) and I'm almost certain there's no laser machine in the pub, (Trying to look through the fog of last year and I can't remember one).

This will mean that you'll either have to bring your cash with you or take money out anytime you pass through Kilorglan during the Week !

Bring on Kerry woop woop !

[kmck]

Has the ATM from the petrol station been removed? The petrol station does have a laser machine and do cash back.

[Niall Finch]

To be honest Kieran I don't know, I just remember last year having to get my money in Kilorglin

[Asho87]

Yeh last year the petrol station still had an ATM and does cashback. Niall, you're a chump.

[Niall Finch]

A grade A chump at that Asho !