MOUNTAIN LOG NEWS 17 Liam said Jackie had played a transformative role in shaping the future of performance climbing. “Drawing on her extensive experience, Jackie established a strong foundation that will now be built upon by Eimir and the wider team. “We are deeply grateful to Jackie for her leadership and commitment over the past year. She has set a high standard and established strong foundations for success. Her impact on Irish performance climbing has been significant and lasting. “On behalf of everyone at Mountaineering Ireland, I want to thank Jackie for her outstanding contribution and dedication.” ANOTHER NEW APPOINTMENT Mountaineering Ireland appoints Christina McInerney as new Hillwalking and Environment Officer Following the departure earlier this year of Caoilainn McDaid, Christina McInerney recently joined Mountaineering Ireland in the role of Hillwalking & Environment Officer. Christina studied environmental science in the University of Limerick, where she was heavily involved in the college’s Outdoor Pursuits Club, as a hike leader and climbing instructor, and sat on the club’s committee as secretary and then chairperson. After finishing her studies, she worked as an environmental, health and safety engineer before making the switch away from industry. Having been a keen hiker from an early age – many of her favourite memories are of getting out on Ireland’s hills over her summer holidays while in primary school – she is currently hoping to work her way through the Irish Hewitts (hills that are 2,000 feet or higher) that remain on her list, with just over 70 of these summited since she started ticking them off. Pictured this page: Christina McInerney. Photo: Helen Lawless
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