What we’re about
Hi there! Welcome to the group :-) This group is part of Scottish Hillwalking & Activities Group - but for walking/hillwalking events only. 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. We also organise child-friendly Munros.
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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•OnlineModerate/Hard: Arkaig North East 3
Online# Glas Bheinn 732m Meall na h-Eilde 838m and Geal Charn 804m from Loch Arkaig.
We will start heading to Glas Bheinn first then follow the WH route to the 2 Corbetts. This pair of Corbetts lying to the north of the foot of Loch Arkaig have a mostly rounded, heathery character. They occupy a great position, however, giving stunning views over Loch Arkaig and Loch Quoich in good conditions towards the rugged peaks of the wild west. Moderate pace with no official stoppings due to the cold condition.
Spikes/Crampons and Ice axe are strongly recommended at this time of year.
TERRAIN
Good track to start, stalkers path up glen then pathless heathery hills. Good going on the higher ground.
ROUTE
Please read walk description link below plus add on of a graham Glas Bheinn 732m.
Meall na h-Eilde and Geal Charn, Loch Arkaig
WALK STATS
Distance: 18km
Ascent: 1321m
Time: 7hrs 30 mins
SUITABILITY/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. 07809146713
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 have the fitness and stamina to complete the walk without difficulty. We will walk as a group at a ** moderate pace**
CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
You must ensure that you come adequately prepared for this walk as normal.
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.
- TBC
LIFTS/MEETUP TIME
We will be at the car park To start at 9.00.
If you need a lift please use the comments box below to ask for one. If receiving a lift please 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.
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.2 attendees
Moderate/Arkaig Grahams 2 Noth
Location not specified yetMeall Blair 656m and Sgùrr Choinich 749m from North Loch Arkaig
2 grahams with no path, can be boggy or Icy under foot. Moderate pace with no official stoppings due to the cold condition. Starting point : https://maps.app.goo.gl/DX3gshCAk9w88hho9
Spikes/Crampons and Ice axe are strongly recommended at this time of year.
TERRAIN
Pathless Throughout.
WALK STATS
Distance: 16.2 km
Ascent: 928 m
Time: 6 hrs
SUITABILITY/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. 07809146713
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 have the fitness and stamina to complete the walk without difficulty. We will walk as a group at a ** moderate pace**
CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
You must ensure that you come adequately prepared for this walk as normal.
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.
- TBC
LIFTS/MEETUP TIME
We will be at the starting point To start at 9.00.
Google Pin https://maps.app.goo.gl/DX3gshCAk9w88hho9
If you need a lift please use the comments box below to ask for one. If receiving a lift please 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.
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.1 attendee
Past events
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