Helen Fitzgerald from Ardfert received a certificate and medal to acknowledge 10 years of volunteerism in Kerry for the Irish Guide Dogs For The Blind.THE Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind held their annual Open Day at the Training Centre in Cork on Saturday and celebrated 50 years of the organisation.
As part of the event, volunteers were recognised for their contribution to Guide Dogs and two Kerry branch members were acknowledged.
Ardfert native Helen Fitzgerald received a cerificate and medal to acknowledge 10 years of volunteerism in Kerry. She was joined by her husband James and his guide dog Monty.
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Paul Walsh from Tralee also received an award. Paul recently raised over €7,000 for Guide Dogs by taking part in a skydive. He was joined by Zak, ambassador dog, also from Tralee.
The sun was shining for a fun-filled day with puppy demonstrations, guided tours, entertainment.
Paul Walsh from Tralee with Zak. Paul received an award for his immense contribution to Irish Guide Dogs For The Blind.
Colm Burke TD and Dr Mary McCaffrey with, in front; Helen Fitzgerald, James Fitzgerald and Paul Walsh.
Hi Paul you old pirate. I’ll bet that jump quietened you down for a bit. Regards, PV.