MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY OF IRELAND
FERMOY BRANCH NORTH & EAST CORK
The 42nd Annual Walk in aid of the Fermoy Branch Multiple Sclerosis Society takes place on Sunday the 18th of June from 10am–4pm: Father’s Day, in Glansheskin Forest Recreation Area (Kilworth Wood) and we are looking forward to meeting up again with all our wonderful friends & supporters.
This will be our second year in the beautiful forest landscape and our committee members are looking forward to meeting you all on the day. It is advisable to park in Kilworth Village and walk to the wood (1.5K approx) as parking is limited within the forest area. The route will be signposted.
We avail of the services of the Irish Red Cross and we will have them on site again this year.
With our determined effort and your support we truly hope we can continue to provide the supports and services our local MS community need.
Our voluntary branch here in the Fermoy/North and East Cork area, like all other branches across the country are a support network for people and families living with MS in our community, and on our renewed walk we will have fun while at the same time raising much needed funds. (No amount is too small)
To get involved, register free on https://www.ms-society.ie/fermoy-branch-annual-fathers-day-walk or email <email>
Sponsorship Cards are also available, phone 089 9548177
MS is one of those diseases that has many different forms and can take various paths through a person’s lifetime making each person’s journey individual. Thankfully over the past number of years scientific research has provided a number of treatment options using Disease Modifying Therapies which are tailored to the individual and can assist in altering the course of the disease.
It is in supporting Research Programs through MS Ireland that we gain invaluable information about this disease and possible treatments. MS Ireland through their 32 voluntary Branches throughout Ireland provides a number of valuable supports and service to people and their families living with the challenges of MS. Information Line: 0818 233 233
So why not join the Facebook page Fermoy Multiple Sclerosis Society Annual Walk | Facebook & view the updates. Invite your friends, family and work colleagues knock the dust off those walking boots and take the challenge for those in your local area with MS on Sunday 18th of June. (Father’s Day).
Safety First STOP and THINK!
Please make yourself aware of Coillte Safety signs on site before commencing the walk.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes/boots, be mindful of underfoot conditions. Dress appropriately for weather conditions. It’s advisable to bring a snack and a drink.
- Stewards are available throughout the walk with help & advice.
- Please do not stray from the signed route, this is for your protection and safety.
- Please keep the area free of litter: adhere to the “Leave No Trace” code
- Always keep children closely supervised while on the walk.
- Guard against all risks of fire.
- Exercise caution when on the walk, there are some deep water areas, be careful.
When parking, take care not to block access for local residents or the Emergency Services
We will have great fun & we look forward to seeing the pictures on social media of you getting out there, I’m up for it, are you?
The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Ireland is a limited company registered in Dublin, Ireland with registered offices at 80 Northumberland Road, Dublin
Company Registration Number 296573. Charity Number 5365.
Patrick Mc Carthy PRO
087 7593044
