Episode Synopsis "Mel McDermott of GalzGoneWild - Hiking & connecting with nature"

In this episode Jack catches up with Mel McDermott of Galz Gone Wild. Mel tells us about her background and why she started up her community for women like her. She gives us tips and tricks for the novice or experienced hikers and walkers.Galz Gone Wild reconnects women with nature and the outdoors through weekly hikes, adventures, getaways, workshops and events all across Ireland.Some resources and trails Mel Recommends are listed below..Long distance hikes use Hiiker https://hiiker.app/For forest trails use Coillte https://www.coillte.ie/For day hikes use Irish trails http://www.trails.ie/Some of Mel's favourite trails in Wicklow;Vartry reservoirDevils GlenTrooperstown hill and forest Lough Bray- (only to be attempted by experienced hikers and people without a fear of heights. Requires some scrambling)In Dublin ; Lead Chimney MinesWest Coast Achill Island; The Valley Loop, Croaghaun Sea cliffs Hike and Minaun Cliffs HikeFor more information on Galz Gone Wild check out the website belowhttps://galzgonewild.com/Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/galzgonewild_/?hl=enYoutube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-1q3lNhvdj9k4qBIUH3JWQFor more information on Nikafit Studios check out our website belowhttps://www.nikafitstudios.ie/and social media belowhttps://www.instagram.com/nikafitstudios/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/NikafitStudios

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