Pictured at the launch of Gaisce's - the President's Award new Strategic Plan are, right, Caitlin Curley (from Banagher) and fellow youth ambassador Caoilfhinn Young from Palmerstown, Dublin. Photo: Tony Maxwell, Maxwell Photography. Offaly youths represent the county at President's Award launchTwo Offaly teenagers represented the county as Gaisce Youth Ambassadors at the recent launch of a new Strategic Plan (2026 to 2030) for the Gaisce – President's Award. Photo: Tony Maxwell, Maxwell Photography. For each award, participants must undertake challenging activities including personal skill, community involvement, physical recreation, and an adventure journey, with each award level requiring a greater level of time and commitment.

Source: Irish Independent March 26, 2026 13:38 UTC