What we’re about
Welcome to Glasgow Young Walkers (GYW), a walking group for young adults based in Glasgow. How young you ask? Well, we have members in their 20s, 30s & 40s. So really, anyone over 18 is welcome to join!
We have an active walks programme with a walk organised most weekends. From urban walks and Munro's to weekend trips in the countryside, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Join us to meet like-minded outdoor enthusiasts, explore beautiful locations, and create unforgettable memories. So whether you’re new to walking, or never far from the mountains, we’ll happily welcome you! On the social side we have regular pub nights as well as other events throughout the year.
We are a Ramblers affiliated group. Not a Ramblers member? No problem, you can still join us for up to 3 walks. Once you become a Ramblers member you will have access to a variety of training courses, including first aid, navigation and walk leadership that will enhance your hill skills and up your confidence levels plus a huge variety of other membership benefits.
To join us on a walk, browse the events page and sign up to a walk that takes your fancy.
We hope to see you on a walk soon!
Code of Conduct
We will not accept:
-Aggressive or abusive behaviour
-Offensive comments/jokes
-Bullying or harassment
-Unsolicited advances/contact (including in-person, text, calls, Whatsapp, email)
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Out There Award (Glasgow)Needs location
Learn entry level navigation skills, make new friends and enjoy fun days exploring your local area on our free award for 18 to 26-year-olds
The Out There Award is bringing outdoor skills to your doorstep. If you’re aged 18-26, Ramblers Scotland’s Out There Award will kick-start your journey into the outdoors while helping you meet new friends, have fun and learn outdoor skills.
This free two-day award scheme is for everyone, regardless of your background, experience, location or budget.
We've co-designed our syllabus with our participants to ensure it’s crammed full of the outdoor skills that can help you get out there.
Events are held at accessible locations you can get to via sustainable transport.
Not got all the kit? Don't worry, you don’t need any specialist outdoor gear and we'll give you a free Out There Award participant pack with everything you need to take part.
The award is over two days, with about four to eight participants per award:
Day one is the skills day, you will learn the basics of navigation whilst discovering a local walk and making new pals.
Day two is the exploring day, you will build on the skills of day one and explore an amazing local walk. Both days are led by qualified instructors, who will bring the learning to life.
Don’t worry, the Out There Award is not a formal qualification and you’re not being assessed! It’s all about taking part, learning and having fun. If you participate, you pass!
Everyone who completes the two days gets:
· A year of Ramblers membership worth £41 which unlocks unlimited walks with our walking groups
· A Ramblers starter pack, a branded dry bag crammed full of navigation and safety essentials worth £26
· A signed Out There Award certificate
When you’ve completed the award, we hope you’ll have gained the motivation, new friends and outdoor skills to get walking more often. You can also use your free membership to get walking with your local Ramblers Scotland young walking group(s).
You’ll also get access to the Out There Award Plus, two days of volunteering and a night's introduction to camping. If you’ve not got a tent, don’t worry! We’ve all the kit you need to get involved.
You can even apply to our Ambassador Scheme, a year long course where you work towards outdoor qualifications while inspiring the next generation of walkers by leading walks.
We provide a welcoming atmosphere. Most people don't know anyone when they turn up, so don't worry if you're alone!
Still not sure? Check out **this video **featuring Out There Award graduates sharing their experiences.
To sign up follow this link to the Out There Award Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/out-there-award-550209
- Munro walk - Schiehallion (beginner friendly)Schiehallion, Pitlochry
Join Glasgow Young Walkers for a walk on Schiehallion. As per Walkhighlands ‘One of Scotland's best known hills, Schiehallion is one of the easiest Munros to climb on a fine summers day. It takes the form of a broad ridge, with the famous conical appearance only apparent from across Loch Rannoch.’
- Meeting point: Braes of Foss car park (charge). Open start point in Google Maps for directions.
- Meeting time: 11 am
- Distance: 10 km / 6.25 miles
- Ascent : 731 m
- Duration: 4-6 hours
- Terrain: Excellent path most of the way; final section to summit across boulders**.**
Getting there
By car: The starting point of the walk is approximately 2 hours by car from the city centre of Glasgow. Drivers are wanted for this walk! If you can offer a lift, please add this to the comments with the number of places you have.
By public transport: There is a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness that gets to Pitlochry at 8:46 am. Bus 82 ( https://elizabethyulecoaches.co.uk/route-Pitlochry-bull-Faskally-bull-Tummel-Bridge-bull-Kinloch-Rannoch-id14) leaves at 8:55 am from the West End Car Park ( next to train station) and get to Kynachan Loch Tummel Hotel at 09:28 am. The start of the walk is roughly 4-5 miles from the bus stop. The bus back is at 6:54 from Kynachan Loch Tummel Hotel and there is a train at 8:30 pm from Pitlochry back to Glasgow.
Please note that number of attendees is limited to 13 people for this walk.
This is a moderate / strenuous hillwalk which is suitable for beginner hillwalkers with reasonable fitness level. Please wear suitable walking boots and bring your full waterproofs as well as plenty of layers with you. Please also make sure that have plenty of food and water ( minimum 2 litres) on you.
Please note that this walk will only go ahead in good weather conditions. If the weather is not good enough for a high-level walk, an alternative walk will be offered.
If you have any questions on the walk, please drop me a message here (you would need to add me as a friend first) or send me text on 07493194988.
