At Action Outdoors, we are passionate about providing quality activities for everyone to enjoy.
We have a year round programme of events, from as little as £3 per person at one of our walk up sessions. There are Try It Sessions, where you can spend 1½ hour sampling an acitivity that you might not have done before, and Train Sessions where you can learn the basic techniques involved. There are also Trips where you can spending longer exploring our beautiful countryside whislt taking part in an activity. For upcoming dates, please click here.
We are also happy to arrange a programme tailor made to suit you. For more ideas, look at our gallery of photos from some of our recent events.
Call us, or email us with your number and we will talk to you about planning your perfect outdoor experience.
Contact us on 07789754565 or email info@actionoutdoors.info
KAYAKING
With our contemporary boats and expert tuition, the basic skills of kayaking
can be mastered in a matter of minutes. This makes it perfect for a two hour
session. You can also develop skills such as paddling strokes, rescue
techniques and rolling, essential for the excitement of white water river runs.
SIT ON TOP KAYAKS
Our new sit on top kayaks are the easiest and coolest way to learn the skills for paddling your own boat. Similar to our sit in kayaks, they are moulded for a comfortable sitting position, and as they don't fill with water, if you happen to go over you can jump right back on.
CANOEING
Canadian canoes are the easiest way to start paddling. Perfect for a fun afternoon on a lake or touring around the waterways of Northern
Ireland encountering countryside and wildlife that can only
be reached by boat.
CANOE AND KAYAK HIRE
Hire our boats and get all the equipment you need, up to an hour's tuition and advice on the best route to take for our perfect paddling experience.
PIER JUMPING
An adrenaline rush for all ages, jump from the pier into the water below and swim in the sea with your friends or family. With some sea based games to complete the session, this is an ideal fun acitivty that can also be combined with kayaking or canoeing.
BOULDERING
This relatively new sport involves making your way up a river. After you have donned a wetsuit, buoyancy
aid and helmet, our experienced staff will guide you as you climb, swim and crawl up waterfalls and pools, finishing with a 2 metre high jump into the river. Suitable for all ages, you can take on the challenges at your own level.
"Many thanks for taking us bouldering session.... we all really enjoyed it and hope to do it again soon."
Ian & Cherry Love, Limavady
COASTEERING
For an adrenaline rush to remember, you can't beat coasteering. More challenging than bouldering, our route takes you along the rugged shore of the Irish Sea, with waves, rugged rocks and sea weed.
GRASS SLEDGING
No snow, no problem! Our grass sledges are suitable for all ages and are perfect for letting out the kid inside. Demonstrated on The Gadget Show, these sledges are on tank tracks and provide the excitement of toboganning without the need for snow.
HILL WALKING
Walking is the perfect way to shrug off the stresses of life and enjoy breathtaking
scenery, our local history and an array of wildlife. There are routes to suit
the seasoned walker as well as the less adventurous. After as little as 40
minutes walking, you can be in the heart of the Mournes, looking across Ben
Crom Reservoir and out across the Irish Sea - or ascending Divis Mountain for spectacular views of Belfast.
MOUNTAIN SKILLS
We recommend that you have the basic skills before exploring the beauty of the mountains. We can teach you essential skills such as map reading, using a compass and making the right decisions when faced with unexpected
situations.
WILDERNESS SKILLS
Spending time in the outdoors without many of the everyday gadgets and
the hustle and bustle
that we take for granted can be an amazing experience. On afternoon sessions or overnight trips, we show you skills such as foraging for food, backwoods cooking and making cordage from plants. You can even spend a night under
the stars in a shelter that you have erected yourself, warmed by your own fire.
We teach these skills in accordance with the "Leave No Trace" principles and teaching respect for the environment..
"Matthew, who is 7, hasn't stopped talking about it! It was an experience he will never forget."
Ian Baxter, Fathers Go Ferral event
Wilderness Overnight Trip - Paddle from Delamont, Killyleagh to an uninhabited island in Strangford Lough. Build a shelter, try out some wilderness skills and sit beside a campfire watching the stars. £100 per person
CLIMBING WALL
At over 7.5 metres tall, our wall offers a variety of climbing routes and is fun for all ages. It can be taken to most locations, making it a perfect addition to your festival, fete or sports day. Also ideal as part of an activity programme with Action Outdoors.
ROCK CLIMBING
Climbing can be done at an indoor climbing wall or on a genuine rock face outside.
Either way, you get a rush of adrenaline and the feeling of satisfaction when
you reach the top. There are numerous locations to do both across Northern
Ireland and further a field. From two hour introductory sessions to longer
courses giving you the experience and confidence to lead climbs, set up top
ropes and belays and use a full range of equipment, you'll be in safe hands.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Bring your bikes and our instrucor will show you how to get the best from your bike. Experience an exhilarating off-road experience of fast downhill
sections, bumps and jumps, perfect for young (and not so young) thrill seekers, or for more leisurely groups try the new family style routes through some of the best
scenery in Northern Ireland.
ARCHERY
This is a great activity for a session. It doesn't take long to get the basic technique, and then we can improve your aim to get you closer to the gold. A great sport to challenge yourself, or your friends to the highest score.
ORIENTEERING
Great for developing your map work skills, your planning skills and your ability to work together if you are feeling competitive, or as a relaxing way to explore the countryside.
TEAM BUILDING
Whether you have a new group who want to have a fun day getting to know each
other or a group that would benefit from a day of teamwork activities, we can
provide a programme that will encourage skills such as participation, group
work and motivation. Exclusively at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch
LEADERSHIP
Suitable for young people and adults working with children and young people,
we provide a comprehensive course covering the main aspects of leadership including
facilitation, group dynamics and progression.
TEAM
CHALLENGES
For something different, try a challenge for your organisation or group. We adapt our challenges to suit each group. Solve
the clues, complete the physical challenges and be the first team to the reach
prize.
"Chris put a lot of thought into organising the activities and making it very meaningful by incorporating our Malawi trip into the theme for the day. A thoroughly enjoyable day and would recommend them to any group." Hillsborough Presbyterian Church
ABSEILING
Leaping off a 60 ft bridge or descending a rock face in the Mournes gives a great sense of acheivement, whether it is to raise money for your chosen charity or while collecting clues on a Team Challenge. Our instructors are experienced at taking even the most nervous over the edge.
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