Classic walks, scrambles and climbs galore. Where better to spend 5 days than in a hut in Snowdonia? Relatively basic but well appointed bunkhouse. For just £10pppn. Lift shares are certainly encouraged. If you’re interested please let David Treagus the meet organiser know to get you on the list. Only 12 spaces so first come first served! Photo by Neil Mark Thomas on Unsplash
New for 2023, we have introduced the ability to enter a nomination for the President’s Award and Golden Boot all year round. The winners will be announced at the AGM and awards presented at the Christmas Meet. You are welcome to nominate as many times as you wish up until the closing date (date TBC). Every year, the Club presents awards and recognises the achievements of our members. As mountaineers, we know that reaching the summit of a peak is not the only measure of success. We also recognize the importance of community, safety, and stewardship in our sport. That is why we have created this awards section to recognise…
The Ascent of Rum Doodle is a satirical novel by W. E. Bowman, first published in 1956. The book is a parody of the classic mountaineering literature of the early 20th century, particularly the works of W. H. Murray and Eric Shipton. The story follows the exploits of the fictitious mountaineer, Binder, as he leads a team of amateur climbers on an expedition to climb the mythical mountain, Rum Doodle. The team encounters a series of hilarious mishaps and obstacles on their journey, including getting lost, battling altitude sickness, and dealing with eccentric team members. The book is known for its comedic and absurd style, and has become a cult…
Another month another wet and windy meet hosted by Travel with Treagus! Hardy mountaineers decided to embrace the thoroughly miserable forecast and decended on Inverardran Hut in Crianlarich. On the Friday, Justin and Eric managed to get out and climb Beinn Dearg in Glen Lyon. A very wise plan getting out on the Friday, as the weather was much better than forecast, a rather overcast and mild day. On the Saturday, Fiona, Eric and Damian decided given the poor weather, an excellent choice of day out would be to walk to the Drovers in and back for lunch. They had a wonderful day, and didn’t get too soaked either! Babs was…
For those looking for a fun and challenging walk, why not join over 100 others walking overnight from Grantown to Forres along the Dava Way on 24/25 June taking part in the 2023 Dava Way Ghost Train Walk. You will join a coach in Forres at 9PM for a journey to Grantown on Spey to start the walk at 10PM. Refreshments will be provided at Dava Station and a you will get a breakfast bun at Dunphail Station. (Assuming you have survived the “Ghost Train” and other spectres as you cross Dava Moor in the dark). Tickets are just £30 (or £15 if you agree to raise at least £60…
Please join us for an informal and relaxed book club.When? Wednesday, 22nd February 2023Where? Via Zoom, link to be sent out. https://www.theguardian.com/books/2003/nov/13/guardianfirstbookaward2003.gurardianfirstbookaward “Yet there is also something curiously exhilarating about the contemplation of deep time. True, you learn yourself to be a blip in the larger projects of the universe. But you are also rewarded with the realization that you do exist – as unlikely as it may seem, you do exist.” Robert Macfarlane, Mountains of the Mind: A History of a Fascination Please email Lauren to be included in email list for zoom link.
Email David to sign up! 3rd – 5th February 2023 Inverardan Cottage, Crianlarich £12pppn. The home of the colour-coded chairs. Great little cottage and plenty of big hills. You shouldn’t be struggling for ideas around here, but if you are check out: https://moraymc.org/meet-report-crianlarich-23-oct-2021/ 3rd – 5th March 2023 Ling Hut, Torridon (3 spaces left) £15pppn. Glorious location, basic hut. But all the essentials. Last visit was surprisingly comfortable! Ideas can be found at: https://moraymc.org/weekend-meet-report-torridon-september-2019/ 31st March – 2nd April Cairndow Village Hall, Cairndow £15pppn. The club has not been here for years, but it’s such a good location for the Arrochar Alps and the Argyll hills. You’d be daft to miss it. This is a…
Ballater was the venue for the 2022/3 Hogmanay festivities and it certainly delivered. Not everyone could arrive on the Friday, due to other commitments, but those that could were able to make the most of the day. Evelyne decided to enjoy the 7 Bridges of Ballater walk. A lovely walk through woods, fields, the old railway line and along the River Dee. Little did she know that she would be repeating this two days later in very different weather! Blue sky on Hogmanay enticed many out onto the hills, with Brent, Dianne, Dottie and Justin having a great day on Morrone from Braemar. The path was icy to 650m, and…
It’s been a while since the MMC visited the Grampian Speleological Group’s hut in Elphin. It’s a well-equipped venue that offers a fine view over Cul Mor and Suilven from the conservatory, a proper fire for when it gets dark and cold, and a good drying room. The weather on Saturday was not ideal, but nonetheless plans were made and the parties scattered. Fiona and Bob completed a traverse from Lochinver to Elphin. Bob’s account reads “We got a lift round to Lochinver from Evelyne and after a visit to the pie shop we set off to walk to Elphin. The first 3km was along a tarred road to Glencanisp…
Please join us for an informal and relaxed book club. “A famous climber’s adventures and experiences in mountain rescue.”When? Wednesday, 23rd November, 2022Where? Via Zoom, link to be sent out. Call-Out is the definitive collection of tales about early mountain rescue in the Highlands of Scotland from Hamish MacInnes – Everest pioneer and arguably the most famous Scottish mountaineer of the twentieth century. In the late 1960s, MacInnes led the Glencoe Mountain Rescue team and together they developed innovative techniques and equipment in order to save lives – often risking their own in the process – whether night or day, and always at a moment’s notice. He was a central figure in the rescue during the 1963 New Year…
