Thurs 31st Dec 2009 – Sun 3 Jan 2010 Frozen pipes and snowy roads almost led to the cancellation of the meet, but eventually seventeen folk made it to the lovely National Trust bunkhouse at Morvich, Kintail for Hogmany. The weekend was a happy mix of drink, food (lots of), music and of course some mountaineering. As usual, it is impossible to capture all the action in a short newsletter and I make no apologies for not mentioning everyone by name. Despite a few sore heads, there was plenty of activity on New Year’s Day. A large group headed towards the Falls of Glomach. Deep snow thwarted progress just short…
Christmas Bus Meet and Meal Report
Sunday, 20 December 2009 A total of 37 people turned out for the Achnashellach Christmas Bus Meet despite the very snowy weather conditions. After a long slog on the snowy road we managed to arrive at the Achnasheen roundabout. Due to the very poor conditions of the road the Christmas dinner at the Ledgowan Hotel was no longer a possibility, but everyone enjoyed a refreshing drink before the return journey. It was decided to find another pub stop on the return journey and we stopped at the Riverside Inn in Conan Bridge. The day was saved by a wonderful meal and social at the pub before returning home. Jo Chappell…
December 2009 Weekend Meet: Glencoe
Sat 12th – Sun 13th December 2009 The last time the club went to the Glen Coe area it rained continuously, but this time our luck was in and sixteen lucky folk experienced clear skies for the whole weekend. A few drinks on Friday night did nothing to deter an early start for most. Members headed off in all directions… Alan Duncan and Dave McLean went up Beinn na h-uamba (sp?). A multinational team comprising Illona Morrice, Joe Glennie, Ali Erginsoy and Daniel Moysey scrambled up Curved Ridge. They prepared for full-on winter conditions, but these only really set in towards the top. Bob MacDonald demonstrated his commitment to Munro…
November 2009 Bus Meet Report: Laggan
Sunday, 22nd November 2009 The trip to Laggan turned out to be a popular meet with a total of 34 members and guests. After a bit of debating Corinne Ferguson and Flora Hunt decided to join Jo and Paul Chappell for a walk up Beinn a’ Chaorainn. They set off from the Laggan Dam where Paul decided to take the opportunity to photograph the water falling from the Dam. They tried persuade the accompanying tourist to join them on the hills but without success!! The compass and GPS were put to use as the weather closed in half way to the summit. Strong wind combined itself with heavy sleet and…
December 2009 Bus Meet: Achnashellach and Xmas Dinner
Achnashellach – Sunday, 20 December 2009 O.S.Map(s): 25 Bus Stop: Coulags [OS 25, GR962452] Est. time of arrival: 9.00am Time of departure: 4.30pm Leave Elgin: 7.00am The Xmas bus will go past the Achnasheen junction (and the Ledgowan Hotel) and travel down the A896 to park up for the day at the Coulags (OS 25, GR962452). On the way it will pass Craig/Achnashellach Rail Station to drop off those heading for the Munros Beinn Liath Mhor and Sgorr Ruadh or the Corbett Fuar Tholl. The Coulags pass gives access to the Munro Maol Chean-dearg and the Corbett An Ruadh-stac. There is a handy bothy 3kms from the road at GR950480, on…
October 2009 Bus Meet Report: Torridon
Sunday, 18 October 2009 A total of 25 members and guests turned out for the bus trip to Torridon despite the weather forecast.
November 2009 Indoor Meet: Whisky Tasting Evening
Friday, 27th November 2009, 8.00-10.00 pm, Glen Moray Distillery, Bruceland Rd, Elgin By popular demand, a repeat of last year’s whisky tasting extravaganza from Glen Moray Distillery, our Club sponsor. Graham Coull, Distillery Manager will provide a fascinating insight into the history of distilling, legal and illegal, while you savour the hand-picked samples. The cost of the evening is £10.00, a steal at this price. Please support this event and come along for a great evening. Although pre-booking is not necessary, could those members planning to attend please email me to let me know, as the distillery would like a rough idea of numbers? Graham Milton
December 2009 Weekend Meet: Glen Coe
Sat 12th– Sun 13th December 2009 O.S.Map(s): 41 Accommodation: Lagangarbh Hut, Glen Coe, Grid Ref NN 221 560. The hut is situated at the head of Glen Coe about 300m off to the right (travelling south) of the A82. There is a car park just off the A82, but you can carefully drive down a track to a second car park next to the river. From here it is just a short walk to the hut. The hut is very comfortable and has electric cooking, lighting and heating. I don’t think it has a log fire so it’s probably not worth bringing any logs. There are no showers. The hut…
November 2009 Weekend Meet Report: Inchnadamph
Sat 31 Oct – Sun 1 Nov 2009 Thirteen members made their way to Inchnadamph in the northwest highlands. A large party comprising Alan Duncan, Dave McClean, Bob MacDonald, Jake Lee, John McGowan, Fiona Duncan, Natacha Mihajlovic, John Henderson and last, but by no means least, Graeme Morrison (and Penny!) headed up Ben Hee. This was Graeme’s last Corbett and so the summit was duly celebrated with champagne and a wee dram of Highland Park. Well done Graeme – time to put your feet up now(!) Simon Jacyna went up the south ridge of Quinag and saw lots of wildlife, including ravens, flocks of migrating Fieldfares, Ptarmigan, Snow Buntings and…
Graeme Morrison’s last Corbett
Well, Graeme and Penny have done it! Ben Hee was the last one, conquered on Saturday 31st October. More pictures on the Flickr page here