Club members gathered at the start of a hike in evening sunshine, with mountains behind

Join or renew

Membership runs from 1 November to 31 October. Join for the first time from 1 September and you get 14 months for the price of 12.

How to join

  1. Read the guidelines

    Have a look at the info and guidelines, including what to wear and what to pack. Over 18s can try two hikes before joining.

  2. Fill in the membership form

    A new form is needed every year for consent and GDPR reasons, even if you are renewing. Families: please fill in a separate form for each person.

    The online form is being moved to the new website. In the meantime, email launemc@gmail.com and we'll send it to you.

  3. Pay by bank transfer

    Use your name as the reference. Renewing and associate members: please quote your Mountaineering Ireland membership number.

    Account name
    Laune Mountaineering Club
    IBAN
    IE74AIBK93634030755056
    BIC
    AIBKIE2D

What membership includes

  • Club walks, weekends away and social events
  • Registration with Mountaineering Ireland, including insurance
  • The Irish Mountain Log magazine, posted to you every quarter
  • Discounts in most outdoor shops (shop local where you can)
  • Access to Mountaineering Ireland training courses
  • A personalised membership card, and more