Walking

Walk Your Way To A Healthier Lifestyle!
Walking is one of the easiest ways to be more physically active and plays a significant role in reducing the risk of heart disease. Walking is a great way to burn calories, tone arms and leg, but most importantly it is a form of exercise which requires no equipment, is accessible to everyone and is free. It is perfect for achieving and maintaining a healthier heart and a happier you. All you need is a good pair of shoes, comfortable clothing and desire!

Safe Walking Tips
Safety tips for pedestrians & hillwalkers produced by the National Safety Council and the Mountaineering Council of Ireland.

Slí na Sláinte - Path To Health
Slí na Sláinte stands for 'path to health'. Developed by the Irish Heart Foundation, it's the new outgoing way to make walking for leisure and good health even more enjoyable. Already, it's capturing the attention of the young and old, not only in Ireland but in Europe and other parts of the world too!

Useful Walking Links
Waymarked Ways of Ireland
Slí na Sláinte
Mountaineering Council of Ireland

Useful Walking Publications
A Walking Strategy for County Waterford - .pdf file.
Walkers Safety Booklet - .pdf file.
MCI - Good Practice Guide for Walkers and Climbers - .doc file.
Walking Bus Start-up Pack - .pdf file.