Michael Kane album

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• View of beaches from the top of Mweelrea, c. 1976-1978
  This is a view west from Mweelrea (Cnoc Maol Réidh) towards Doovilra, Uggool, Inishdegilmore and Inishdegil Beg. At 814m the summit of Mweelrea is the highest point in Connacht. In 2022 Michael Kane gave a vivid account of the activities of the Mountaineering Club in its early days. See 'Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-72'. The Mountaineering Club was established in 1970. Its membership in 2023 was over 1000.(Mountaineering Club, 'About us'). The Library archives contain a number of documents relating to the club. These were placed in the care of the University by Aengus Finnegan, Secretary 2010-2011 (Mountaineering Club, 'Archive').
• The Horseshoe in snow with members of the group relaxing, 1971 or 1972
  Members of the UCG Mountaineering Club taking a break during a climb on the Horseshoe ridge. This is one of 7 photographs taken during a day in 1971 or 1972 that the UCG Mountaineering Club spent hiking in the southernTweve Bens. For the other 6 photographs see 'A day on the Horseshoe ridge'. In 2022 Michael Kane gave a vivid account of this day on the Horseshoe and the general activities of the Mountaineering Club. See 'Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-72'. The Mountaineering Club was established in 1970. Its membership in 2023 was over 1000.(Mountaineering Club, 'About us'). The Library archives contain a number of documents relating to the club. These were placed in the care of the University by Aengus Finnegan, Secretary 2010-2011 (Mountaineering Club, 'Archive'). The Glencoaghan (Gleann Chóchan) Horseshoe ridge is approximately 16 km long. Its peaks include 7 of the major bens: Binn Leitrí (Benlettery, 577m), Binn Ghleann Uisce (Ben Glenisky, 516m), Binn Gabhar (Bengower, 664m), Binn Bhraoin (Benbreen, 691m), An Bhinn Dubh (Bencollaghduff, 696m), Binn Chorr (Bencorr, 711m) and Binn Doire Chláir (Derryclare, 677m). It also comprises some subsidiary bens, among them Binn an Choire Bhig (Benncorrbeg, 577m) and Binn an tSaighdiúra (653m).
• Programme for 'Le bal des voleurs', performed in 1971
  Programme for 'Le Bal des voleurs', a comedy by Jean Anouilh, performed by UCG students in 1971 in An Taibhdhearc theatre in Galway.
• Michael Kane's account of a French play in An Taidhbhearc
• The Horseshoe, a view of Derryclare Lough from the top of Derryclare
  Derryclare Mountain (677m) lies at the south-eastern end of the Horseshoe ridge. This view of Derryclare Lough is taken looking south-east from near the summit. This is one of 7 photographs taken during a day in 1971 or 1972 that the UCG Mountaineering Club spent hiking in the southern Twelve Bens. For the other 6 photographs see 'A day on the Horseshoe ridge'. In 2022 Michael Kane gave a vivid account of this particular outing and the general activities of the Mountaineering Club in its early days. See 'Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-72'.  The  Mountaineering Club was established in 1970. Its membership in 2023 was over 1000.(Mountaineering Club, 'About us'). The Library archives contain a number of documents relating to the club. These were placed in the care of the University by Aengus Finnegan, Secretary 2010-2011 (Mountaineering Club, 'Archive').  The Glencoaghan (Gleann Chóchan) Horseshoe ridge is approximately 16 km long. Its peaks include 7 of the major bens:  Binn Leitrí (Benlettery, 577m), Binn Ghleann Uisce (Ben Glenisky, 516m), Binn Gabhar (Bengower, 664m), Binn Bhraoin (Benbreen, 691m), An Bhinn Dubh (Bencollaghduff, 696m), Binn Chorr (Bencorr, 711m) and Binn Doire Chláir (Derryclare, 677m). It also comprises some subsidiary bens, among them Binn an Choire Bhig (Benncorrbeg, 577m) and Binn an tSaighdiúra (653m).
• Benbaun, the highest peak of the Twelve Bens in all its glory
  A view of Benbaun (Benbawn or An Bhinn Bhán ), at 729m the highest of the Twelve Bens, seen from the Horseshoe ridge. This is one of 7 photographs taken during a day in 1971 or 1972 that the UCG Mountaineering Club spent hiking in the southern Twelve Bens.  For the other 6 photographs see 'A day on the Horseshoe ridge'. In 2022 Michael Kane gave a vivid account of this day on the Horseshoe and the general activities of the Mountaineering Club. See 'Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-72'.  The  Mountaineering Club was established in 1970. Its membership in 2023 was over 1000. (Mountaineering Club, 'About us'). The Library archives contain a number of documents relating to the club. These were placed in the care of the University by Aengus Finnegan, Secretary 2010-2011 (Mountaineering Club, 'Archive').
• The Horseshoe in snow with Benbaun on the left
  Two members of the UCG Mountaineering Club on the Horseshoe ridge with Benbaun, the highest of the Twelve Bens, in the background. This is one of 7 photographs taken during a day in 1971 or 1972 that the UCG Mountaineering Club spent hiking in the southern Twelve Bens.  For the other 6 photographs see 'A day on the Horseshoe ridge'. In 2022 Michael Kane gave a vivid account of this day on the Horseshoe and the general activities of the Mountaineering Club. See 'Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-72'.  The  Mountaineering Club was established in 1970. Its membership in 2023 was over 1000.(Mountaineering Club, 'About us'). The Library archives contain a number of documents relating to the club. These were placed in the care of the University by Aengus Finnegan, Secretary 2010-2011 (Mountaineering Club, 'Archive').  The Glencoaghan (Gleann Chóchan) Horseshoe ridge is approximately 16 km long. Its peaks include 7 of the major bens:  Binn Leitrí (Benlettery, 577m), Binn Ghleann Uisce (Ben Glenisky, 516m), Binn Gabhar (Bengower, 664m), Binn Bhraoin (Benbreen, 691m), An Bhinn Dubh (Bencollaghduff, 696m), Binn Chorr (Bencorr, 711m) and Binn Doire Chláir (Derryclare, 677m). It also comprises some subsidiary bens, among them Binn an Choire Bhig (Benncorrbeg, 577m) and Binn an tSaighdiúra (653m). Benbaun, Benbawn or An Bhinn Bhán (729m) is not part of the Horseshoe.
• The Horseshoe, a well-earned rest for the group, 1971 or 1972
  Members of the UCG Mountaineering Club taking a rest on the Horseshoe ridge during a day spent hiking in the southern Twelve Bens. This is one of 7 photographs taken during an outing in 1971 or 1972.  For the other 6 photographs see 'A day on the Horseshoe ridge'. In 2022 Michael Kane gave a vivid account of this day on the Horseshoe and the general activities of the Mountaineering Club. See 'Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-72'.  The  Mountaineering Club was established in 1970. Its membership in 2023 was over 1000.(Mountaineering Club, 'About us'). The Library archives contain a number of documents relating to the club. These were placed in the care of the University by Aengus Finnegan, Secretary 2010-2011 (Mountaineering Club, 'Archive').  The Glencoaghan (Gleann Chóchan) Horseshoe ridge is approximately 16 km long. Its peaks include 7 of the major bens:  Binn Leitrí (Benlettery, 577m), Binn Ghleann Uisce (Ben Glenisky, 516m), Binn Gabhar (Bengower, 664m), Binn Bhraoin (Benbreen, 691m), An Bhinn Dubh (Bencollaghduff, 696m), Binn Chorr (Bencorr, 711m) and Binn Doire Chláir (Derryclare, 677m). It also comprises some subsidiary bens, among them Binn an Choire Bhig (Benncorrbeg, 577m) and Binn an tSaighdiúra (653m).
• Mountaineering Club near the top of Mweelrea, c. 1976-1978
  A small group of the Mountaineering Club's members climbing towards the summit of Mweelrea (Cnoc Maol Réidh), one of the Twelve Bens in Connemara. At 814m its summit is the highest point in Connacht. In 2022 Michael Kane gave a vivid account of the activities of the Mountaineering Club in its early days. See 'Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-72'. The Mountaineering Club was established in 1970. Its membership in 2023 was over 1000.(Mountaineering Club, 'About us'). The Library archives contain a number of documents relating to the club. These were placed in the care of the University by Aengus Finnegan, Secretary 2010-2011 (Mountaineering Club, 'Archive').
• Half-way point, the ridge between Benbreen and Bencollaghduff, 1971 or 1972
  One of 7 photographs taken during a day the UCG Mountaineering Club spent in the southern Twelve Bens in 1971 or 1972. For the other 6 photographs see 'A day on the Horseshoe ridge'. In 2022 Michael Kane gave a vivid account of this day on the Horseshoe and the general activities of the Mountaineering Club. See 'Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-72'. The Mountaineering Club was established in 1970. Its membership in 2023 was over 1000.(Mountaineering Club, 'About us'). The Library archives contain a number of documents relating to the club. These were placed in the care of the University by Aengus Finnegan, Secretary 2010-2011 (Mountaineering Club, 'Archive'). The Glencoaghan (Gleann Chóchan) Horseshoe ridge is approximately 16 km long. Its peaks include 7 of the major bens: Binn Leitrí (Benlettery, 577m), Binn Ghleann Uisce (Ben Glenisky, 516m), Binn Gabhar (Bengower, 664m), Binn Bhraoin (Benbreen, 691m), An Bhinn Dubh (Bencollaghduff, 696m), Binn Chorr (Bencorr, 711m) and Binn Doire Chláir (Derryclare, 677m). It also comprises some subsidiary bens, among them Binn an Choire Bhig (Benncorrbeg, 577m) and Binn an tSaighdiúra (653m).
• Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-1972
  An account of the activities of the UCG Mountaineering Club c. 1971-1972, and a day spent hiking in the Twelve Bens. Note: The illustrations named in the account are photos take on that day and, with others taken on other outings, are included in this collection.
• Michael Kane on a ridge with Benbaun in background, 1971 or 1972
  Michael Kane is seen here on the Horseshoe ridge with Benbaun, the highest of the Twelve Bens, in the background. This is one of 7 photographs taken during a day in 1971 or 1972 that the UCG Mountaineering Club spent hiking in the area. For the other 6 photographs see 'A day on the Horseshoe ridge'. In 2022 Michael Kane gave a vivid account of this particular outing and of the general activities of the Mountaineering Club in its early days. See 'Michael Kane's account of the Mountaineering Club c. 1971-72'.  The  Mountaineering Club was established in 1970. Its membership in 2023 was over 1000.(Mountaineering Club, 'About us'). The Library archives contain a number of documents relating to the club. These were placed in the care of the University by Aengus Finnegan, Secretary 2010-2011 (Mountaineering Club, 'Archive').  The Glencoaghan (Gleann Chóchan) Horseshoe ridge is approximately 16 km long. Its peaks include 7 of the major bens:  Binn Leitrí (Benlettery, 577m), Binn Ghleann Uisce (Ben Glenisky, 516m), Binn Gabhar (Bengower, 664m), Binn Bhraoin (Benbreen, 691m), An Bhinn Dubh (Bencollaghduff, 696m), Binn Chorr (Bencorr, 711m) and Binn Doire Chláir (Derryclare, 677m). It also comprises some subsidiary bens, among them Binn an Choire Bhig (Benncorrbeg, 577m) and Binn an tSaighdiúra (653m).
• French play in An Taibhdhearc, 1971
  Two lectrices in the UCG French Department, Claude Mouton and Marie-Paule Péry, and their students put on a French play, Le Bal des voleurs, in An Taibhdhearc on April 25, 1971. Claude was the producer and Marie-Paule directed the play. In 2022, Michael Kane, Claude's husband, wrote an account of the production and some of the students involved. In it he included an extract from a radio interview in which Colm Murray, the well-known broadcaster, reminisced about his role as Gaston, the young male lead. See 'Michael Kane's account of a French play in An Taibhdhearc'.