Charlie Bird: 'While I am walking I am still alive and it gives me hope'

Former RTÉ correspondent Charlie Bird, who has MND, is counting down the days to his Croagh Patrick charity climb on April 2. But protecting the environment is at the forefront of his mind too

Former RTE news correspondent Charlie Bird training for his upcoming charity climb in April. Picture: Maxwells

When Charlie Bird packs his bag for Croagh Patrick on April 2, he will have a rain jacket, warm clothes, water and snacks for his ascent.

He will also have four candles, and matches, which he will take out in St Patrick’s Oratory on the summit of 'the Reek'.