Sports and the Outdoors

Shannon Adventure Canoeing and Camping Holidays. Paddling a canoe is a nice alternative to a river cruise. This outfitter rents Canadian-class canoes, which allow you to explore the Shannon and other waterways on your own terms. Flexibility is offered and you can rent for an hour, a day, a weekend, or a week. The Marina, Banagher, Co. Offaly. 057/915–1411; www.discoverireland.ie. May–Oct., daily.