Killarney

By Sean Moriarty
<h3>Following the success of a recent fundraising hike to the top of Strickeen Mountain to raise funds for the Irish Community Air Ambulance, organisers have confirmed that the event will be run annually.</h3>
Earlier this month a group of around 75 people climbed the eastern-most peak of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks in aid of the volunteer emergency helicopter service.
Over €1,400 was raised during the hike which was led by Killarney-based volunteer and tour guide Krzysztof Szwab.
“It was very well organised,” Irish Community Air Ambulance volunteer fundraiser Donie Lucey told the Killarney Advertiser. “A big thanks to Kate Kearney’s Cottage who allowed us park in their private driveway. We are going to make this an annual event and plan to stick to the early July date.”
The organisers also thanked Killarney First Responders and Killarney Mountaineering Club for assistance on the day.

Strickeen charity ascent set to become annual event

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