Spring Gathering 2026 Presentations & Resources

Walking clubs from across Northern Ireland gathered at the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre for the UFRC Spring Gathering 2026, a successful day of learning, discussion and connection for the region’s volunteer-led walking community.

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Slide Decks and Additional Resources:

OutdoorActive Update – Fintan Thompson, UFRC Executive Committee
Landscapes NI Update – Mike McClure, Landscapes NI Development Officer
Ramblers GB ‘From first steps to belonging’ – Nicola Fickling, Ramblers GB
50 ideas for local recruitment – Ramblers GB
Getting started with social media – Ramblers GB

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Workshop
Delivered by Mark Montgomery from Disability Sport NI, focusing on how clubs can support inclusive participation in walking activities.
Accessible Sports Clubs Design Guidelines: ACTION PLAN – Disability Sport NI
Wildlife Awareness for Walk Leaders
Delivered by representatives from the Partnership for Action Against Wildlife Crime NI (PAW NI), highlighting wildlife issues to be aware of when leading walks.