View from Sgurr a’Mhaoraich (taken on Oct 2012 Bus Meet)

Sunday 15th September 2013
O.S. Maps: 33
Est. time of arrival: 09:15
Bus stop: Bridge at NH016040
Est. time of departure: 17:30
Leave Elgin: 07:00

Another popular area, and justifiably so, Loch Quoich has three Munros on its North side and one to its South. Gleouraich, with its good access path, can be combined with Spidean Mialach to give a fine day’s walking, while further west Sgurr a’Mhaoraich is normally climbed on its own. It also has a good path leading up into Coire nan Eiricheallach. To the south of Loch Quoich is the Munro Gairich, which can be climbed from the dam at the east end of Loch Quoich.

There are also a few Corbetts in the area. Corbetts previously undertaken on this meet include Meall na h-Eilde, Geal Charn and Sgurr an Fhuarain. The Grahams Meall Blair or Sgurr Choinich, to the South, should also be within range.

On Sunday 15th, Ray Harron is giving members of the club an opportunity to benefit from his many years of experience in the hills. Ray states, “I intend to walk Spidean Mialach, then on to Gleouraich down to the bridge where the bus normally waits. This is on OS sheet 33 and is not a long walk. I am happy to come along with anyone who wants to learn map, compass and navigation skills in summer conditions. Each person should have their own compass (a must have and never be without item) and ideally their own map but we can share those. The route will allow people to practice basic map and compass skills even if visibility is good. GPS and grid systems in the mountains will also be looked at”.

Please contact Corinne Ferguson via email by Thursday 12th September to book a seat.