We offer a choice of one-day programmes for National Schools. These programmes are available at a discounted rate in May & June each year & early booking is advised.

Tour 1: Sport & Environmental Studies Tour
Wildlife Detective,Treasure Hunt, Mini Safari, Animal Investigation, Canoeing.

Tour 2 : Outdoor Education Tour
Canoeing, Kayaking, Indoor Climbing Wall, Centre Orienteering.

National School Tours are inclusive of activities, insurance, use of specialist equipment, fast food lunch & complimentary teachers meal

Kilfinane Outdoor Education Centre offers a choice of courses ranging from one day to full term outdoor education modules. We will be pleased to discuss your specific requirements and design a programme to suit the needs of your students.

Day Courses   Residental Courses   Transition Yr.Courses   Skills Courses

Day Courses

Multi- Activity Day: A one-day multi-activity programme incorporating 2/ 3 adventure sports

Challenger: A one-day programme to include ½ day Team Challenge programme, which aims to develop skills such as teamwork, initiative, problem solving & leadership skills. Combine with an activity of your choice to make up a full day.

Galty Hillwalking: A full day hillwalking in the Galty Mountains led by our experienced Mountain Leaders. Students are kitted out with boots, rucksack, raingear, map & compass. This day focuses on navigation skills & environmental awareness.

Open Canoe River Trip: These adrenalin packed days takes place on the Rivers Shannon & Mulkear. Travelling in ‘Open’ or ‘Canadian’ style canoes students learn to negotiate rapids & weirs. Level 1 Certification from the Irish Canoe Union is available for an additional fee of €4.50 per student . (Additional days can be added to build upon skills learnt to achieve further certification)

Kayak Skills Level 1: This one-day course based at Lough Gur focuses on learning the skills of flatwater kayaking. Level 1 Certification from the Irish Canoe Union is available for an additional fee of €4.50 per student.( Additional days can be added to build upon skills learnt to achieve further certification)

Residential Courses
Residential School Programmes are designed to offer an enjoyable & educational outdoor experience. Courses range in length from 2 to 5 days and we will be pleased to design a programme to suit the specific needs of your group. Typical course objectives would include skills such as teamwork, communication & problem solving skills. In addition emphasis can be placed on one particular sport in order to gain a National Governing Body Certificate ( see Skills Courses).

TRANSITION YEAR PROGRAMMES

Our Five Day Adventure Challenge Course is our most popular course with Transition Year Groups and offers the ideal team building course to start off the year.

This course focuses on skills development, team building and group development. Activities include: Full Day Hillwalk, Overnight Mountain Camp, Canoe/ Kayak River Trip, Abseiling, Team Challenges, Indoor Wall Climbing & The Kilfinane Challenge.

SKILLS COURSES

Kilfinane OEC provide a range of skills courses and our certified courses are particularly popular with Transition Year and Leaving Cert Applied classes. Some Certified courses may be recognised as modules on FETAC programmes.

Summer Camps are non-residential courses suitable for boys and girls aged 8 to 13 years. Courses run from Mon - Fri commencing at 10am & finishing at 4pm.

Activities include: Canoeing, Kayaking, Raft-building, Gorge Walking, Hillwalking, Indoor Rockwall, Abseiling, Orienteering, Team Games & lots, lots more!

Course Dates 2008:

Teen Adventure Weeks
Adventure Weeks are five day residential courses for 14 to 17 year olds. Course fees include accommodation, full board & 24hr supervision by experienced & professional staff.

Activities include: Canoeing, Kayaking, River Trips, Rock Climbing, Abseiling, Hillwalking, lndoor Rockwall, Orienteering, Team Games & Overnight Mountain Camp!

Course Dates 2008:

Teen Adventure Week 1 -  July 28 - August 1     Age: 14-17yrs     Fee: €250

 Kayaking       Canoeing        Hillwalking          Rock Climbing         REC First Aid           Adventure Holidays

Our Training Courses are suitable for adults of all ages. Many of our courses are suitable for beginners but some will require previous experience. Certification from National Governing Bodies is available where applicable. Most of our courses are available on a residential basis where applicable. Please contact our office for prices or to make a booking.

Kayaking Courses

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Canoeing Courses

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Hillwalking Courses

Kilfinane OEC is ideally located for hillwalking, located in close proximity to the Galty & Knockmealdown mountain ranges and with the Ballyhoura hills on our doorstep. All specialist equipment is available from the centre and is included in course fees.
Our courses are approved by An Bord Oiliúint Sleibhte.

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Rock Climbing Courses

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Rescue & Emergency Care Scheme (REC)

The Rescue & Emergency Care Scheme offers an interesting and practical approach to first aid. REC is particularly suited to those involved in the outdoors and provides practical solutions to administering first aid in more remote locations.

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Adventure Holidays

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