(Map 56, Grid Ref: 093 087) Now an independent bunkhouse, (former SYHA hostel), Inveray Bunkhouse is Located on Dalmally Road, Inveray. Tel. 01499 302454 Arrive Friday evening, check-in time between 1600 – 2100. All bedding provided. Breakfast available for £3.50 Cost £17.00 pppn
(Map 43, Grid Ref 139 782) The opportunities are numerous, especially using the elevation of the Ski Centre (650m). Numerous hills West and East side of the A93 can be climbed. Glas Maol, Creag Leacach, Carn an Tuirc, Carn Aosda, Cairnwell, Carn na Sac, Carn a’Gheoidh. A few good rounds …
Annual Club AGM Meeting – 8.00pm Royal Hotel, March 31st 2016. All welcome.
A Friday night in the Station Hotel, Stonehaven. Former Stonehaven resident, Luke Robertson, has completed a solo odyssey to the South Pole unassisted, the 1st Scot to achieve this unsupported in -50c temperatures and after battling a horrendous illness; he’s raised an excessive amount for Marie Curie Trust.
Possibly Liz Gray’s motor cycle tour of India. To be confirmed 8.00pm Royal Hotel
Ben Rinnes is a fine isolated hill situated to the south west of Dufftown. Its distinctive conical shape can be seen from many parts of the Grampians and it most easily climbed from the car park on the road to Edinville. A visit to the tors on the north west …
(Grid ref:237292) Aultguish Inn, Rosshire, IV23 2PQ. Situated right in the heart of the Highlands at the foot of Loch Glascarnoch on the A835 between Inverness and Ullapool. The Aultguish Inn is only a 45-minute drive from Inverness. A good quality bunk house sleeping up to 38 people, set in …
(Map 44, Grid ref 532905) It is proposed that we walk from Birse Castle Finzean to Aboyne, 19klm (790m) ascent. A number of routes are available but it might be possible to head south first, then north by the Firmouth over Tampie and Gannoch to Glen Tanar visitor centre or …
(Map 52, Grid Ref:914530) Grandtully, Pitlochry, Perthshire http://www.thepaddlers.co.uk/ Tel: 01887 820265 Mob: 07849 689386 O/S Map 52 at grid reference; NN912531 (Grandtully Hostel) Postcode: PH9 0PL £19.00 pppn in twin or triple bedded rooms with en-suites and on a self-catering basis. There is a fully equipped kitchen and use of …
(Map 44, Grid Ref 244861) The mountain’s principal feature is a north-facing corrie around which most of the subsidiary tops as well as the main peak sit. The mountain is a Munro and is popular with hill walkers at all times of the year. The most common ascent route is …
Here’s a bottle and an honest friend! What wad ye wish for mair, man? Wha kens, before his life may end, What his share may be o’ care, man? Then catch the moments as they fly, And use them as ye ought, man: Believe me, happiness is shy, And comes …
(Map 15) Located in the spectacular Inverpolly nature reserve, this area affords access to numerous wonderful hills, many of which are relatively small in stature but huge in character. Inchnadamph Lodge provides bunkhouse style accommodation plus a number of chalets. 12 places have been booked. Please contact Alistair Beeley to …
This will be an illustrated talk describing Roger Owen, Andy Christie and Alistair Beeley’s tour of Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia and Hungary to climb their highest peaks and more. 8.00pm Royal Hotel
(Map 50, Grid Ref: 392251) A well appointed hut, recently refurbished, about a mile east of Crianlarich on the A85 and adjacent the Ben More Restaurant Bar and Restaurant. Access to numerous hills. Munros, Corbetts and Grahams alike, is afforded, with Ben More and Stob Binien on the doorstep. Cost …
(Map 36/37, Grid ref 170186) As the highest village in Scotland, its a great starting point for many hills, Munros or Grahams. North along the Strath Avon lie the hills of Cromdale, where reindeer can often be seen on the high tops. A bike is most useful to follow the …
(Map 43, Grid Ref 167629 & 161672) Mount Blairs prominent cone stands out between Glen Shee and Glen Isla, Duchray Hill lies 4klm to the north of Mount Blair across the B951. Splendid views possible on a good clear day from the massive summit cairn and triangulation pillar. Climbed from …
(Map 44/45, Grid Ref 391 627) This glen is next to glen Clova and you can start walking from there at (373653), a car parking area on the B955, the right hand Clova Road. Quite a few tops to cover Manywee (685m), Firmbacks (756m), Craigthran (550m), total ascent over (914m) …
Read the full article here:- Aberdeen mountain rescuer Mario Di Maio Honoured
Dragons on the hills. Download this file to see how you can help record amphibians as you walk.
Stuart Doig, a member of Aberdeen Mountain Rescue Team will present a talk on safety and rescue incidents involving the team.