Ecotrek Ballybunion
Walking day trips and cycles into the country side of Beale & Asdee while being told the stories and hearing the music from Danny Houlihan local historian and All Ireland Piping Champion
Greenfields, Church Rd, Ballybunnion, Co. Kerry
Phone: 087 353 9613
Email: dannyhoulihan@me.com
Web: www.ecotrekballybunion.com
Twitter: Twitter.com/ecotrekballybe
Facebook: Facebook.com/EcotrekBallybunion
Read about our trip to Ballybunion meeting Danny here >>
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July
19jul16:0018:30Distilling and Gin SchoolAt Stillgarden Distillery, Dublin
Time
July 19, 2025 16:00 - 18:30(GMT+01:00)
Location
Dublin
Event Details
Make your own spirit (gin, vodka — even sambuca or tequila-style liqueurs) at Stillgarden‘s Distilling and Gin School in our state-of-the-art Dublin 8 distillery. You will be introduced
Event Details
Make your own spirit (gin, vodka — even sambuca or tequila-style liqueurs) at Stillgarden‘s Distilling and Gin School in our state-of-the-art Dublin 8 distillery. You will be introduced to the world of Science meets Nature, by our very own liquid experts.
Choose from 120 ingredients — from botanicals to spices to sweets — or even bring your own! Combine them to create your unique spirit recipe which you can enjoy time and time again. The experience will include a historical adventure, botanical exploration, special gin tastings, a charcuterie board and drinks throughout. All ending with your own bottle of spirit, crafted and distilled by you!
This experience includes also includes a cocktail masterclass.
Organizer
Stillgarden Distillery
Stillgarden Distillery is committed to the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan with dedicated sections of their garden encouraged to go ‘wild’ and attract a diverse range of pollinators.
Stillgarden offer a range of cool experiences including Gin School & Distilling Academy Gin Tasting Irish Spirits Tasting Cocktail Masterclass Afternoon Tea and Gin Distillery Tour Premium Distillery Tour Garden Tour Corporate & Private Parties
August
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September
12sep(sep 12)16:0014(sep 14)16:00Inner Sunshine Weekend RetreatInner Sunshine Weekend Retreat
Time
September 12, 2025 16:00 - September 14, 2025 16:00(GMT+01:00)
Location
Graiguenamanagh Scout Den
The Quay, Graiguenamanagh, Graiguenamanagh-Tinnahinch, Co. Kilkenny
Event Details
Retreat for a weekend of sunrise yoga, mindfulness, meditation, hill walking, canoeing, firepit sunset gathering and nourishing meals. Date: Fri, 12 Sept •
Event Details
Retreat for a weekend of sunrise yoga, mindfulness, meditation, hill walking, canoeing, firepit sunset gathering and nourishing meals.
Date: Fri, 12 Sept • 16:00
Location: Base Glamp
You are warmly invited to retreat for a weekend to cherish yourself and connect with your own mind, body and spirit through mindfulness, yoga and nature connection.
Here’s your invitation to gather and savour the last of Summer immersed in the elements. A restful pause to sense joy, stillness, adventure, and your sunshine within.
Contact me with any questions or personal needs before joining. Can’t wait to share this special weekend with you!
Much sunshine, Jenn
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Sunrise yoga practice
Mindful movement and meditation
Sunset firepit gathering
Nature walk or hike in the surrounding hills
Tranquility walk and flat water canoe trail on the river Barrow with Go With The Flow
Two nights accommodation overlooking rolling fields at Base Glamp
Nourishing vegetarian meals (2x breakfast, lunch, dinner)
“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished” Lao Tzu
Inner Sunshine Weekend Retreat
Friday – Welcome gathering
Arrival and check in at Base Glamp, opportunity to give yourself time to explore the surroundings and immerse yourself in the stillness of nature.
Welcoming dinner and mindful gathering around the firepit enjoying the sunset hours. We get to connect with each other and ourselves in an opening circle to set our intentions for the weekend.
Saturday – Sunrise to Sunset
Sunrise yoga practice to gently awaken our body and mind, moving into our day with intention before we enjoy breakfast together.
A day of mindfulness and connection exploring both our inner and outer world. We will spend some time in surrounding nature and might adventure on a hill walk. Flowing through movement and stillness during the sunshine hours and landing into rest after nourishment and sunset reflections.
Sunday – On the water
Sunrise yoga to start our final day together with presence connected to our felt sense. We will have our last breakfast meal, check out and get ready for our Go With The Flow river adventure.
A mindful nature walk will relax us into the canoes for a serene paddle along the water, soaking up the birds and trees. We get to enjoy packed lunch and share our impressions in a circle to close our retreat experience.
CONTRIBUTION
Price per person:
€399 to stay in luxury cabin with ensuite shared with two people double or twin bed(6 spaces available)
€349 to stay in cabin shared with three people with shared facilities (3 spaces available)
€329 to camp in your own tent or campervan with shared facilities (3 spaces available)
Deposit of €200 to book your spot – balance payable before September.
WHAT TO BRING
Yoga mat or blanket for outside
What keeps you warm and cosy
Snacks you like in between meals
Reusable water bottle
Notebook & pen
Detailed instructions will be sent before the weekend
- alcohol and substance free *
- please inform Jen (https://www.jvucoaching.com/) of injuries or pregnancy before the practice *
- please indicate any dietary requirements *
the retreat requires a minimum of 6 participants to take place—invite your friends!