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On Wednesday 9th the two transition year classes left on the customary trip to Recess, Co.
Galway. Predominantly the trip provides an opportunity for the students to get to know each
other and effectively bond in preparation for the school year. The trip was quite successful
in that regard as teamwork and good communication were the foundations of the tasks and
activities carried out at the adventure centre, whether it is relying on someone to hold your
kayak steady while you walk across it or successfully completing the orienteering course.
The group left Dublin on Wednesday, 9th September at 1.30, stopped at Supermacs on the way
and arrived at the centre shortly after seven where they were greeted by a nice warm fire. We
were then introduced to the leaders and nine rules of the camp, the most important of which was
to enjoy yourself. Shortly after settling in we left for an evening walk through the forest.
Even with rumours of killer badgers that could smell fear and stories of previous mutational
injuries told by the leaders spirits remained high. The same night half of the group went out
bivouacking, camping out in the forest, looking up at the stars and getting in touch with
nature's tranquillity.
Over the two days activities such as kayaking, hill walking, rock climbing and orienteering
were undertaken. Also table tennis, a pool competition and a table quiz kept people busy in
between.
Evidently the food was liked as people went up for seconds and even thirds. We were also lucky
enough with the weather, as it didn't seem to rain much while we were doing events, only when
we were inside.
The group returned on Saturday 12th in the afternoon. Special thanks must go to Mr. Duffy for
organizing the whole event and to the supervising teachers Ms. McGrath and Mr. O Neill for
making it all the more enjoyable. All the students are appreciative of their efforts.
Eoin Ó Liatháin
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St Aidan's CBS, Whitehall, Dublin, Ireland
