Inishbofin Island off the coast of Connemara

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Today's trip brought us through the Connemara countryside to a boat that took us to Inishbofin Island (population 140). We hiked the island through more sheep poop than I could ever imagine. The scenery was so dramatic that pictures don't do it justice...cliff edges, splashing surf, fjords, bogs and of course sheep! It rained for the entire morning. Just off the boat is a hotel that provided the group with tea and scones... have never had a more welcome cup of tea in my life. Typical of Irish weather though, after the lunch break the sun burst through and we walked to a beautiful harbor complete with castle ruins. Hard to believe these two photos were taken just a couple of hours apart.

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