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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Clyde/Kelvin Wander-inc Govan Stones:Easy
Partick Railway Station, Merland Street Partick, Glasgow, GBDoing another Glasgow midweek wander,this time we're taking in the section around the River Clyde and Kelvin Walkway area,attractions we will visit are the Riverside Museum and the Govan Stones.From there we go along the riverbank route along the Kelvin Walkway to the Botanic Gardens and finishing off in Byres Road.As usual a couple of pit stops will feature on the way round.
First part of the day
The Govan Stones – Early medieval carved stones displayed at the Govan Old Parish Church in Glasgow
Riverside Museum - Glasgow Life
Route for Kelvin Walkway section,we're only walking along to the Botanical Gardens and finishing our day at Hillhead Station.
Kelvin Walkway: Glasgow to MilngavieSUITABILITY/PARTICIPATION STATEMENT
You are solely responsible for deciding if this event is suitable for you, looking after yourself and having consideration for all attending. If there's any questions about suitability, please contact the organisers.
Contact number if you need to get in touch on the day is 07757 940869.21 attendees
Moderate: Dun Rig Horseshoe, Peebles
Location not specified yet24k 940m ascent 6 hours
A fantastic example of a Borders hillwalk, this circuit from Peebles takes in the four peaks surrounding Glensax, with extensive views in all directions. Peat bogs in places.Grade 3 Bog Factor 3
TERRAIN
Rough moorland tracks and paths, very boggy in places.Start : Glen Road end, Pebbles. START GRID REF
NT259392 Open in Google MapWalkhighland Walking descriptions:
https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/borders/dun-rig.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.1 attendee
Moderate: Cycle Lock 27 -Kilpatrick Brae- Bowling harbour
Lock 27, 1100 Crow Road, Glasgow, GBWith some bike and hikes coming up, i'm planning on a couple of cycle rides to try and improve fitness.
This route is the popular Forth & Clyde canal path from the west end of Glasgow to Old Kilpatrick, we'll then turn onto the more difficult and well known Kilpatrick brae track for some hill practice. It's definitely not a race - it's all about improving/safely getting practice. It's a good broad track, though more gravelly near the top, we can aim for Loch Humphrey- i'll definitely be pushing the bike up at some points. We'll then return down the brae same way to Old Kilpatrick and cycle the 2km approx to Bowling Harbour for lunch at Patons place cafe/sit outside.
After lunch planning to return along the canal to Lock 27. If folk require there's even the luxury possible of getting the train back 😲.
Meet at Lock 27 pub on the canal; https://maps.app.goo.gl/EN5reyGL9fve7znx7
Lock 27 is at the top of Crow road (Its a cul de sac/road end) and there's free on street parking.
A mountain or gravel bike is recommended, though a hire bike/hybrid is possible too.
For any queries on day i'm on 07901 987769.
ROUTE
Mainly NCN Route 7 Lock 27- Bowling harbour- Lock 27CYCLE STATS
Distance: 37km, 22.6 miles total
Ascent: 456m total
Time: 4 hoursSUITABILITY/PARTICIPATION STATEMENT
You are responsible for deciding if this event is suitable for you, coming adequately prepared and looking after yourself. If there's any questions about suitability, please contact the organiser.The Scottish Hillwalkers and Activities Group recognises that hill walking, scrambling, mountaineering and cycling 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 cycle as a group at a **moderate pace**CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
You must ensure that you come adequately prepared.WEATHER FORECAST
Please remember to check the website the night before the walk - if the weather forecast is very bad we may change or cancel, or move it to a different day.
*MWIS
LIFTS/MEETUP TIME
We will be at Lock 27 (Public house) for 9.20 to start cycling at 9.30.Please arrive ready to cycle 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.If you are unwell or have a cold/flu, please don't come on the cycle.
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Beinn Mhor (Cowal) - Moderate/Hard
Benmore Botanic Garden, Dunoon, Argyll,, PA23 8QU, GBThe highest peak in Cowal (741 metres) offers wonderful views of Loch Eck, the Clyde Estuary and north and west over Argyll and the islands.
## Details
Despite (only) being a Graham, Beinn Mhor has a prominance of 696m (61st in British Isles) making for a proper mountain experience. This route ascends from the car park of Benmore Botanic Garden, with a track leading up to the steep grassy slopes of A' Cruach and the secondary tops of Creachan Beag and Creachan Mòr to a wide shoulder leading to the summit of Beinn Mhòr itself.
TERRAIN
Initial forest road on approach soon becoming pathless on grassy then heather terrain.ROUTE
This is an alternative, and more interesting, to the regular climb from Glen Massan.
The route initially follows a forest road before climbing steep grass and heather slopes. The route may be wet or boggy in places. No clear path once clear of the forestry.https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/Forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=104507
WALK STATS
Distance: 16.8 km
Ascent: 696m
Time: 6 hours 00 minutesSUITABILITY/PARTICIPATION S
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 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, with hillwalking boots, waterproofs, warm clothes, extra 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
Will be at the car park for approx 10:15.
If you need a lift please use the comments box below to ask for one.Note: There are 2 ferries operating to Dunoon/Hunters Quay from Gourock. Western Ferries (car and passenger) and CalMac (Passenger only). Public transport from the ferry terminals on Dunoon side is limited. Tickets for Western Ferries can be bought at Greenock, Gourock and Weymss Bay co-ops. Significantly cheaper than buying onboard.
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.
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, 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 time5 attendees
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