The Fastnet Trail Committee is comprised of 15 volunteers, many of whom are retired and bring a lifetime’s worth of experience and expertise coupled with energy and a willingness to give their time. In addition, trail development was greatly helped by the Rural Recreation Officers who were there from inception to launching of many of the walks. As the trails increased over a wider area, it was necessary to establish a committee to coordinate our collective efforts. In addition to managing the establishment, monitoring and maintenance of the walks, the Committee also liaises both locally with land owners and nationally with funding bodies such as Sport Ireland, Cork Community Council and local community councils. The Rural Social Scheme workers are essential for much of the ongoing maintenance. The Committee has also worked closely with West Cork Development Programme, which has given great help for development and funding from ORIS grants from the Department of Community and Rural Development.

A special word of thanks is due to Patricia Bevan, formerly of the West Cork Development Programme and Finola and Robert Finley of the Roaringwater Journal for their generous help with photographs.