ABOUT THE WALKS
We have on offer a wide ranging programme for walkers of all capabilities. Most of the walks are very local to Tomintoul / Glenlivet.
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This is essential and transport is included in the cost. Please note on the most strenuous walks there will be a limit to the number of people in each group. The walks are graded by the one, two or three boot symbols.
3 Boots - Strenuous, over varied terrain, considerable ascent / descent and of a full day duration.
2 Boots - Moderate, over varied terrain, including some ascent / descent and several miles in length. Usually a full day.
1 Boot - Easier walks, usually on tracks / trails, often of several miles, lower levels ascent / descent.
All walks will begin from the Main Square in Tomintoul, where the walk HQ will be found. Where necessary transport will be provided to all start and from all finish points. We want you to relax and enjoy your walking without needing to drive.
We intend to deliver our walk programme as described, we do however have to take account of local conditions on each day and will only alter the walks if conditions are regarded as being unsafe.
Day 1 - Wednesday 8th September 2010
A day of welcome for those arriving on the first day and a look around the local area.
Day 2 - Thursday 9th September 2010
Walk 1: Sgor Gaoith, 1118m, Munro
A superb route with outstanding scenery - 6.5 hours.
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Walk 2: Loch an Eilein and the Argyle Stone
A great walk, rugged landscape, remote and beautiful - 6.5 hours.
Day 3 - Friday 10th September
Walk 3: Corryhabbie Hill, 781m Corbett
From Glen Suie, steeped in history and great views. - 6 hours
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Walk 4: Meall a’ Bhuachaille Range, 810m Corbett
Walk over three tops, see the ancient Caledonian forest and atmospheric lochans.
6 hours.
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Social Event 1: Whisky tasting at the famous Whisky Castle a great early evening social event sampling a few drams.
Social Event 2: Use a voucher at a get- together at a local hostelry to reduce the cost of a meal and a drink.
Day 4 - Sat 11th September 2010
Walk 5: Navigation Day
An opportunity to go into the hills to work on compass, mapping skills, GPS. With some gentle orienteering and micro-navigation. 6 hours
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Walk 6: Glas Maol and Creag Leacach, 1068m and 987m, 2 Munros
Two munros in one walk, good tops and an interesting ridge. 6.5 hours.
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Social Event 3: “ Ceilidh”. Our super Saturday night of entertainment, a buffet supper with bar. Live music. Greatly enjoyed at last year’s festival.
Day 5 - Sunday 12th September 2010
Walk 7: Ben A’an, 1171m, Munro
Retained from last year by popular demand, our flagship walk. One of Scotland’s great mountains. 7.5 hours.
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Walk 8: Geal Charn 821m Corbett and the Ailnack
Walk over Geal Charn and Geal Charn Beag and along the wild Ailnack. A great red deer area. 6 hours.
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Social Event 4: A get together at the local village hostelry
Day 6 - Monday 13th September 2010
Walk 9: Loch A'an
Visit the remote Loch A’an via two corries, see the Shelter Stone, one of the best Cairngorm Walks. 6.5 hours.
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Walk 10: The Distillery Walk
Enjoy an optional dram and a distillery tour. Walk the Speyside Way and ancient trails. 5 hours.
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