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A YOUNG Killaloe athlete is gearing up to complete a unique challenge by climbing Ireland’s highest mountain blindfolded. Not content with going up and down Carrauntohil eight times in seven days last August, Yeshuah O’Brien-Bayer will do one climb without the benefit of his eyes on August 28. It is believed he will be one of the first people and the youngest ever to attempt this task. Standing at 1,039m, Carrauntoohil is the highest mountain in Ireland and is set among the beautiful Macgillycuddy Reeks in Co Kerry. If all goes to plan and the weather holds up, his journey up and down will be broadcast live on his Instagram account, @Theyobb.com2005. He will be guided by his father, Hergen, and students of St Annes Community College who will carry items for him. Last August, Yeshuah came up with the idea for his latest challenge on the outskirts of Killarney after he and his father had just completed their Irish …
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