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Coillte Support Mental Health Ireland 5000 Steps To Well-Being Event At Avondale

Almost 100 people turned out on a beautiful sunny afternoon last Sunday to support Mental Health Ireland 5000 Steps To Well-Being event which was held the Coillte Forest Park in Avondale, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow

Coillte were pleased to partner with Mental Health Ireland for the event which was held during World Mental Health Week.

Jane Harrison, Wicklow Rose Of Tralee was the ambassador for the event.

Guides included Shirley Gleeson an Eco - Nature and Forest Therapist, Declan Little from Woodlands Of Ireland and Nollaig Cruise from Get Ireland Walking.

The theme for the afternoon was the “Five Ways to Wellbeing” – Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning & Give which are simple ways to enhance everyday life, feel good and function better.

Coillte are keen to drive the health agenda and encourage people to enjoy “Green Exercise”.