Post Tagged with: "Fenit RNLI"

THE proceeds of a recent golf classic held in memory of a great friend of Fenit RNLI was presented to that organistion at the weekend. Enda Mullen from Dublin had a special affinity with Fenit as his mother hailed from the area. Every year he collected substantial contributions from friends […]

RNLI representatives from Kerry took to the pitch during last Sunday’s All-Ireland senior hurling championship semi-final at Croke Park, to promote the charity’s water safety partnership with the GAA. Before the throw-in at the Clare and Kilkenny decider and in front of thousands gathered at the stadium, RNLI volunteers dressed […]

THE volunteer crew of Fenit RNLI responded to a call for assistance by Valentia Coast Guard at approximately 23.38pm on Saturday when concerns were raised that a sailing vessel appeared to be taking in water. Fenit RNLI launched its ALB (all weather lifeboat) which departed Fenit harbour at 11.54pm and […]

CROWDS came out in the sunshine to see Fenit RNLI’s new inshore lifeboat officially named ‘Lizzie’ last Sunday. The new lifeboat is being named after Liz Fraser, a Southwark born actor, well-known for roles on stage and screen over a career spanning decades. The honour of the lifeboat naming was […]

A LOCAL organisation showed their generosity to Fenit Lifeboat once again last week. Fenit RNLI received a €1,000 donation from Tralee Oyster Fisheries Society Ltd.   Every year the oyster fishermen give a generous donation to Fenit Lifeboat which helps in a big way in facilitating the service to be […]

THE Volunteer lifeboat crew from Fenit RNLI rescued a swimmer last night following an extensive search after clothes had been found on a beach at Castlegregory earlier in the day. At 8.30pm volunteer lifeboat crew with Fenit RNLI spotted a head above the water and took the swimmer onboard the […]

FORMER Kerry footballer and Renard player Killian Young has joined a host of well-known GAA people who have given their backing to the RNLI’s summer water safety campaign by producing their own home video messages with important water safety advice. The videos are part of the partnership between the RNLI […]

FENIT RNLI Lifeboats responded to a call out when upturned kayaks were sighted near Banna Beach on Sunday. The volunteer crew of Fenit RNLI responded to a call for assistance by Valentia Coast Guard at approximately 1pm on Sunday. Fenit RNLI launched both its ALB (All Weather Lifeboat) and its […]

A VOLUNTEER lifeboat crew member with Fenit RNLI in Kerry, has been passed out as an RNLI Coxswain and is the the first woman to be appointed to the role in the country. Denise Lynch is currently the only woman to hold the senior position on an operational lifeboat crew […]

THE volunteer crew of Fenit RNLI were involved in one of their more unusual launches last evening when a dolphin was spotted to close to the shore. Just after 8pm last night a dolphin was noticed by a large number of locals and visitors enjoying an evening stroll in what […]

A FINE morning for a cycle. Cyclists set off in the sunshine from O’Donnells Mounthawk on Saturday for the 16th annual Fenit RNLI cycle. There was a 50km route and a new 80km route and all funds raised from the event will go directly to support the Fenit Lifeboat service. […]

FENIT RNLI are asking cycling enthusiasts to come out and support them on Saturday, May 11. That’s the day they will hold their 16th annual cycle. This year’s event has two options for cyclists. There will be the traditional 50km route and a new 80km route. Both options will start […]

AROUND 60 diners gathered at the North Campus of IT Tralee on Tuesday evening for  a fundraiser in aid of Fenit RNLI. The evening  provided an opportunity for the Culinary Arts students at the college to showcase their talents and skills in a restaurant style setting by providing a three […]

WITH the cycling calendar in Kerry already filling up fast, Fenit RNLI are asking bike enthusiasts to mark this date into their diary even if it’s a bit off yet. They will hold their 16th annual cycle on Saturday, May 11. This year’s cycle has two options for cyclists. There […]

FENIT and Kilrush RNLI were involved in the multi-agency search and rescue operation last night for a windsurfer who was missing at sea for seven hours. Fenit RNLI was requested to launch their all-weather lifeboat at 5.34pm Sunday evening following initial reports from the Irish Coast Guard that there was […]

A LOCAL man presented a cheque to Fenit RNLI at the weekend after raising funds at a swimming event in late August. Well-known swimmer Kevin Williams organised the Across The Bay swim from Derrymore beach to Locke’s beach in Fenit, which was an impressive 4.8km. They had 49 swimmers taking part, […]

FENIT RNLI responded to two callouts in the past week where on one occasion a vessel had to be towed to safety. On Tuesday evening, July 17, Fenit RNLI lifeboat responded to a call for assistance at Sauce Creek located between Brandon and Ballydavid. The all weather lifeboat was launched […]

FENIT RNLI lifeboat volunteer crews responded very quickly to a number of calls received from people experiencing difficulties while using the sea this week. The calls included assisting a person requiring medical assistance, a person getting into difficulty while swimming and assisting with a sailing vessel which experienced mechanical problems. […]

THE annual Fenit RNLI Annual 50km Cycle Fundraiser is set to take place on Saturday, May 5 this year and it’s another great way to warm up for the Ring Of Kerry Cycle and raise funds for a great cause. The event will see cyclists make their way from Tralee through Farranfore […]

A MAN was rescued by Fenit RNLI Lifeboat on Saturday after his boat overturned in the water near Derrymore Island. Following a call for assistance from Valentia Coast Guard at 4.47pm on Saturday, the volunteer crew of Fenit RNLI launched the Inshore Lifeboat (ILB) with a full crew on board […]

OVER 70 seafood lovers attended a sold-out fundraiser in aid of Fenit RNLI on Wednesday evening at the North Campus of IT Tralee. The evening  provided an opportunity for the Culinary Arts students at the college to showcase their talents and skills in a restaurant style setting by providing a […]

THERE’S something fishy going on in IT Tralee next week and it’s a must for anyone with a love of seafood. Fish will be on the menu as Fenit RNLI in a joint venture with the ITT will host a fundraiser at the North Campus of the college on Wednesday, […]

FUNDS from an Ironman challenge and an event where people took a rowing machine on top of a mountain benefitted a worthy organisation recently. The rescue service provided by the volunteer crew of Fenit RNLI was shown great appreciation once again at the presentation of funds raised by the two […]

IT was a misty and murky Saturday morning at O’Donnell’s in Mounthawk, as participants made their way off on the annual cycle in aid of Fenit RNLI. There were 62 cyclists taking part this year in the 15th annual fun cycle and they set off on the 50 kilometre cycle taking them out of […]

FENIT RNLI  is holding a recruitment day on Sunday next, March 26, between 2.30pm-4.30pm. They are currently seeking volunteer crew members for both lifeboat and shore duties. In inviting potential RNLI volunteers to visit the station on the recruitment day, Fenit RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager, Gerard O’Donnell said; “this event […]

THE Fenit RNLI are now seeking new members to join their ranks. The 24 hour rescue service requires a deep commitment, but if you are up for the challenge the station will be holding an open day at the station on March 26. The new lifeboat crew members would serve […]

THERE’s a very good turnout at a table quiz in aid of Fenit RNLI in O’Donnell’s Bar on Tuesday night. Tralee Triathlon Club organised the fundraiser to support the life-saving service which looks after their athletes and all those in the water around Tralee bay. Last year Fenit Lifeboat was […]