07/08/2026
Meet Abe 🤩 Abe Acheson
We're delighted to introduce Abe, Mountain Leader and Rock Climbing Instructor from County Fermanagh. Abe has been interested in the outdoors from a very young age, beginning with fishing in his early teens before being introduced to a local Hiking Club, where everything progressed from there.
Travelling to explore mountains and remote landscapes has become one of Abe's greatest passions, combining his love of adventure with the challenge of trekking and mountaineering. While he enjoys discovering trails abroad, the Irish hills remain especially meaningful to him.
We Asked Abe...
What would you never go on a hike without?
A: A map and compass.
If you could give every Hike West Fest participant one piece of advice, what would it be?
A: "Be bothered!" Stop and take that drink or snack, stop and put those gloves or jacket on. Comfort in the hills equals enjoyment in the hills.
What's the toughest hike you've completed?
A:
Hike: Everest Base Camp
Climb: Mont Blanc du Tacul