About us
Hi there! Welcome to the group :-) This group is part of Scottish Hillwalking & Activities Group - for walking/hillwalking events. The other part of the group is for climbing events and if you're interested in that, please join https://www.meetup.com/scottish-hillwalkers/
We're a friendly group that was founded in 2008 to be run by the members for the members. We encourage members to "own the group" and help keep the page active by hosting events, but there is definitely no requirement to do so.
We organise a wide range of walks year round including single Munros, multiple Munros, scrambling over ridges, weekends away and a selection of low level longer walks, pub walks and summer evening walks..
These shouldn't be considered "led walks" with a professional guide. Think of it more as going walking with a group of friends (and while you may not be friends with everyone at the start of the walk, you will be by the end of it!). However, everyone has to take responsibility for themselves as well as for each other, and everyone has a role to play (be it offering lifts to the start, helping with the navigation on the walk or bringing the jaffa cakes!)
The organiser of a walk or event is the point of contact for the walk. Organisers do not lead walks and are not responsible for others or instructing them. Organisers are volunteers who are sharing their own experience with others, so those of lesser experience should be aware of this.
The group is completely free to join, but we may occasionally ask for a voluntary £3 donation to help cover the cost of hosting the group on Meetup.com.
If you have some ideas for walks and activities or perhaps once you have been on a few events, would like to get involved in organising one, please send us a message via Mountain Goat's Meetup profile.
Look forward to seeing you on a meetup soon,
Mountain Goat
Upcoming events
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Hard-Arran Ridge 4 corbetts Circuit
Location not specified yetSUMMARY
A circular walk taking all 4 Arran corbetts. Bypass a cir . Excellent ridge walk with mild scramble and short steep sections.
25.6k 1972m ascent 10 hours.
morderate Pace
Grade 2 Bog Factor 1
TERRAIN
Good track and good hill path, excellent ridge walk with mild scramble, some short steep sections.
START: From Cladach Centre
Cladach CentreWalkhighland Routes
We will be linking the 3 routes togather as 1 circular walk. Links below is just for your reference, not the extract route.https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/arran/cir-mhor.shtml
https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/arran/sannox-horseshoe.shtml
https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/arran/goatfell.shtml
HILLWALKING IN WINTER Please note that hillwalking when there is snow lying requires an ice-axe, crampons and the knowledge, experience and skill to use them correctly. See Winter Skills page for basic information on the essential skills, techniques and knowledge needed for winter hillwalking. https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/safety/winter-skills.shtml Participation Statement “The Scottish Hillwalkers and Activities Group recognises that hill walking, scrambling and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement” Suitability You are responsible for deciding if this walk is suitable for you, coming adequately prepared and looking after yourself on the walk. If we think the walk is not suitable for you or you do not seem to have the right equipment, we reserve the right to refuse to let you join, for yours and the group's safety and comfort. If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch. 07809146713
1 attendee
Hard: Ben Alder 4, Bike and Hike
Dalwhinnie Petrol Station PH19 1AD, 10 Ben Alder road, Dalwhinnie, GBThe 4 munros to the north of the Ben Alder range, Carn Dearg, Geal Charn, Aonach Beag and Beinn Eibhinn. A remote and very strenuous bike and hike starting from Dalwhinnie, for hill-fit walkers only.
Meeting point Dalwhinnie petrol station: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kLPL93da5HfPhPAd6 There is a £3 parking charge to be paid at the garage.
I'm staying at the Dalwhinnie School house bothy on Friday 15 and Sat 16 May. Theres other accomodation available not too far away eg in Kingussie/Newtonmore. Hoping to do a walk or cycle also on the sunday before returning home.
Planning to put on the other 2 Ben Alder munros later in the summer. Fantasticles.
Weather dependent. For any queries on the day 07901 987769.
TERRAIN
Good track for cycle in along loch ericht, last mile of cycle is along a rougher boggy path. Steep and pathless onto first munro, more straightforward on the ridge though steep sections, long fairly good stalkers path to return to the bikes.ROUTE
Cycling: Dalwhinnie- previous site of Culra Bothy, route: Dalwhinnie to Culra
Walking route: Aonach Beag: Four Munros from CulraWALK STATS
Total distance: 49km, Cycle 32 km, Walk 17km
Total Ascent: 1490m
Time: 10-12 hoursSUITABILITY/PARTICIPATION STATEMENT
You are responsible for deciding if this event is suitable for you, coming adequately prepared and looking after yourself on the walk. If there's any questions about suitability, please contact the organisers.The Scottish Hillwalkers and Activities Group recognises that hill walking, scrambling and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.
PACE
You must be surefooted and have the fitness and stamina to complete the walk without difficulty. We will cycle/walk as a group at a **moderate pace**CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
You must ensure that you come adequately prepared for this walk, with full waterproofs, headtorch, warm clothes, gloves and hat and food and water.WEATHER FORECAST
Please make sure you check the weather forecast before you come:
Please remember to check the website the night before the walk - if the weather forecast is very bad we may change or cancel the walk, or move it to a different day.LIFTS/MEETUP TIME
We will be at the Petrol station car park at 8.15am to start cycling at 8.30am.If you need a lift please use the comments box below to ask for one. If receiving a lift plse share contact details.
Please arrive ready to walk and we will only wait for 5 minutes before leaving.
RSVPs
• Yes: You intend to come and will turn up.
If you can't make it, change your RSVP to NO to allow someone else to take your place.GROUP ETHOS
Please remember the organiser is not the leader of the walk - we lead ourselves and make decisions and walk AS A GROUP. If you don't like the sound of that, perhaps this walk is not for you :-)Be considerate:
Follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code for COVID-19 https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/access-outdoors-during-current-coronavirus-outbreak-guidance-public-and-land-managers be aware of farm animals, wildlife and nesting birds, keep all your litter and #TakitHame.If you are unwell or have a cold/flu, please don't come on the walk. The hills will always be there and we will see you the next time.
8 attendees
Moderate/Hard : Stob Coire Creagach from Glen Kinglas-recce walk
Butterbridge Car Park, Butterbridge, Arrochar, GBTrying out a new route on this hill so it's an exploration of sorts which we might have to adapt as we go along.The route follows the Walkhighlands trail however instead of heading out to the top Binnein an Fhidhleir we go in a North East direction to follow the ridge to the top Stoban Dubh then follow a forest trail down onto Glen Kinglas past the Abyssinia bothy and return to the start point
TERRAIN
Very steep ascent part trail however its mostly finding our own way from the summit point at Stob Coire Creagach along the ridge.We pick up a forest trail once we descend from there and its a fairly decent track back.
ROUTE
Route details from Walkhighlands.
Walk Report - Fhidhleir or Creagach? Let's say "The Butterbridge Corbett" • Walkhighlands
WALK STATS
Map/Landranger 56 Loch Lomond & Inverary
Distance: 12 km
Ascent: 825 Metres
Time: estimated 5.30/6.00 hours
PARTICIPATION STATEMENT
The Scottish Hillwalkers and Activities Group recognises that hill walking,scrambling and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death.Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.
SUITABILITY
If you have a habit of putting your name down for walks and don't turn up or cancelling at the last minute don't sign up for the walk.You must have the fitness and stamina to complete the walk without difficulty. We will walk as a group at a moderate pace.
You are responsible for deciding if this event is suitable for you, coming adequately prepared and looking after yourself on the walk. If there's any questions about suitability, please contact the organiser.
CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
You must ensure that you come adequately prepared for this walk with hillwalking boots, waterproofs, warm clothes, gloves and hat and food and water.
WEATHER FORECAST
Please make sure you check the weather forecast before you come:
Please remember to check the website the night before the walk - if the weather forecast is very bad we may change or cancel the walk, or move it to a different day.
Websites providing up to date forecasts.- Beinn Ime (Argyll and Bute) weather - Met Office
- Binnein an Fhidhleir Weather Forecast (817m)
- LIFTS/MEETUP TIME
We will meet at the parking area at Butterbridge.If you need a lift please use the comments box below to ask for one.If receiving a lift, agree beforehand with your driver how you're splitting costs, share contact details and keep car tidy.
Please arrive ready to walk. We will only wait for 5 minutes before leaving.
RSVPs
• Yes: You intend to come and will turn up.
If you can't make it, change your RSVP to NO to allow someone else to take your place.
If you need to contact me on the day my number is 07757 940869,best to send a text message.
GROUP ETHOS
Please remember the organiser is not the leader of the walk - we lead ourselves and make decisions and walk AS A GROUP. If you don't like the sound of that, perhaps this walk is not for you :-)
Be considerate: Follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code for COVID-19 https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/access-outdoors-during-current-coronavirus-outbreak-guidance-public-and-land-managers be aware of farm animals, wildlife and nesting birds, keep all your litter and #TakitHame.3 attendees
Amble up Glen Striddle Horseshoe (Beinn Dubh), Luss
Luss carpark, Murray Place, Luss, al, GBA new type of walk - ambles, slow pace, a chilled out walk, short walk, not too far, not too high.
Accessible by public transport via the Ember bus to Luss. I'm travelling from Glasgow Buchanan Street bus station and I'll be on this bus 08:00 am from Glasgow which arrives at 09:00 am. (Ember is an electric bus which you pre-book on this website https://www.ember.to/ ) There is a car park at Luss however it can be expensive.
Walk Details
The circuit of the hills above Glen Striddle makes an excellent short hillwalk. The ascent up the grassy ridge rising from Luss is a delight and the views over Loch Lomond and towards the Arrochar Alps are superb.Following this route:
https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/lochlomond/beinn-dubh.shtml
Walk time is estimated at 3.5 - 5 hours so I'm estimating 5 hours. I've done this walk several times before.Summary
• Grade: Moderate
• Time: 3.5 - 5 hours
• Distance: 11.5km / 7.25 miles
• Ascent: 725mSUITABILITY/PARTICIPATION STATEMENT
You are responsible for deciding if this event is suitable for you, coming adequately prepared and looking after yourself on the walk. If there's any questions about suitability, please contact the organiser.The Scottish Hillwalking and Activities Group recognises that hill walking, scrambling and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.
PACE
We will walk as a group at a slow, easy pace.CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
Although the weather might look lovely and sunny, please ensure that you come adequately prepared for this walk, with, at a minimum, boots, waterproofs, and food and water.WEATHER FORECAST
Please make sure you check the weather forecast before you come:
Please remember to check the website the night before the walk - if the weather forecast is very bad we may change or cancel the walk, or move it to a different day.LIFTS/MEETUP TIME
The bus people will arrive in Luss at 9 am; however, I've set the meetup start time as 10:00 so that we can have an early coffee beforehand/toilet stop if we need.
There is a long-stay car park at Luss; however no on-street parking https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/fees/parking-fees. There's a limited amount of space right at the very beginning of the hill path, at the start of Glen Luss.RSVPs
• Yes: You intend to come and will turn up.
If you can't make it, change your RSVP to NO to allow someone else to take your place.
Do ensure you give adequate warning if you decide not to come on the walk.GROUP ETHOS
Please remember the organiser is not the leader of the walk - we walk AS A GROUP. If you don't like the sound of that, perhaps this walk is not for you :-)Be considerate:
Follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/. Be aware of farm animals, wildlife and nesting birds, keep all your litter and #TakitHame.If you are unwell or have a cold/flu, please don't come on the walk. The hills will always be there and we will see you next time.
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