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WHO WE ARE

Row the Erne is a community group promoting the Erne as a place to enjoy. All are welcome on the currach.

 

MISSION STATEMENT

Row the Erne connects people on the water, promoting wellness and fun.

BUILDING THE MENAPIAN CURRACH

A group of volunteers built the Menapian in 2014. It took three months / 2,500 volunteer hours to build the currach. Over 70 people of all ages and abilities contributed. We were led by Olivia Cosgrove, and were guided by boat builder Pat Hughes and local carpenter Kieran Swift.

OUR HISTORY

Our currach gets its name from the Menaii Tribe

Menapii Tribe

Fir Manach or Fear Manach means ‘Men of Manach’. The only known Celtic tribe named specifically on Ptolemy’s map of Ireland from 150 A.D was the Menapii. They located their first colony on the Leinster coast around 216 B.C. Later they settled around Lough Erne, becoming known as the Fir Manach, and so giving their name both to Fermanagh and Monaghan.

OUR DIRECTORS

 

barbara

Barbara

Chairperson

I joined Row the Erne five years ago. It has been a great way to socialise & unwind. Being out on water is good craic and is very special.

cathy

Kathy

Treasurer

A taster session in 2021 introduced me to Row the Erne. I became a member in 2022. I love being part of this friendly club which has helped me explore our beautiful waters and heritage.

mairead

Mairead

Secretary

I joined Row the Erne in 2018, it was one of the best things I have ever done. Experiencing Lough Erne this way is amazing. Exercise, beautiful scenery, friendship, lots of fun, and a cuppa. Love it.

Olivia

Olivia

Founder

I enjoy rowing and skippering with Row the Erne. There have been many highlights so far. A favourite for me is landing the Menapian currach on Skellig Michael off the south west coast of Kerry in 2019.