Ireland Trip- Summer of 2010

Hello, I am wishing to travel and backpack most of Ireland and it's tourist attractions. I've always been fascinated with the Irish culture and wish to see the country. The reason I am posting is to gather information on what I need to bring. I am aiming to stay anywhere between 4-8 weeks and I am only bringing a Backpack. Is 4-8 weeks to much? How much money do I bring? Do I need a visa? Can I get a job to fund myself when I am there? Are there camping areas around Ireland(I would also like to bring a tent/sleeping bag, if there are) or is a Hostel best? What kind of weather should I look forward to in the summer? I guess these are the basic questions I have. I am also trying to get my cousin to come with me. My areas of travel with most likely include, Kilkenny, Cork, Galway, Dublin, Killarney, Limerick and anywhere between.

Hi BigTex1984 it's a good idea to plan such a big trip so far in advance.
You have so many questions that the easiest way to answer them all is for you to go to the advanced search box and enter one word - for example Dublin or Galway and you will see all the past posts on this subject.
My knowledge is only on Dublin so feel free to ask anything you want.
Cheers dub1

Firstly, you won't be allowed to work in Ireland (North or South) without a work permit. Get in touch with the nearest UK or Ireland embassies for more details.
You won't need any kind of visa.
4-8 weeks?? Never enough time to do even the smallest of countries, but a nice couple of months nonetheless.
It's an expensive region of Europe and a bed for the night with food isn't that cheap.
Include Donegal if you can. In my opinion, the most beautiful part of the whole island.

Hey there BigTex
here's a nice little site I came across if you're thinking of camping in Ireland http://www.myguideireland.com/camping-in-ireland
Have a look it's the personal experiences of people who've done what you're thinking of.
You can also try www.discoverireland.com
irishtourist.com
camping-ireland.ie

Hope that's some use to you. Any specific quesitons just post them on.

Four weeks is fine. Given the distance you are travelling I'd recommend spending some of the other four weeks in Scotland, Wales and maybe even England. As for places to visit, North Antrim is the nicest area IMO, the scenery is stunning, accommodation prices are reasonable and you won't get stung for the Euro exchange rate. I'd recommend staying at Ballycastle Backpackers, you'll be in one of the most pleasant towns in Ireland, with the option of easy day trips to Rathlin Island and the Giants Causeway.