Ramblers Association - Monklands Group

Winter Programme 2000 - 2001

*Walks are graded as follows:-*
GRADE	ASCENT (Metres)	DISTANCE (Kilometres)	DESCRIPTION
C+	NIL	9 - 14	Easy
C+	150	14 - 16	Easy / Moderate
B	150 - 450	16 - 19	Moderate
B+	450 - 760	16 - 22	Moderate / Strenuous
A	760 - 914	9 - 14	Strenuous
A+	914+	9 - 19	Very Strenuous

Transport

We run a 53 seater coach for all walks - bookings are taken on a first come, first served basis. Ramblers Association members get priority when booking place(s) on a walk, however prospective new members are very warmly welcomed. Places can be booked by "signing in" on the previous walk, via email as detailed below, or by 'phoning the leader. The bus picks up for all walks at Coatbridge Leisure Centre and Airdrie Town Hall. Walks alternate between Saturdays and Sundays. Smokers are requested to sit at the back of the bus. Social stops at the start and end of walks are at the leader's discretion. While the committee have tried to ensure that alternative walks finish as near the same time as possible, it is inevitable that differences will occur. Please be patient.

Walking

When walking with the club adequate footwear and clothing are essential. Be prepared for adverse weather conditions. Carry a packed lunch. Boots are essential on "A" and "B" grade walks and are recommended on "C" grade walks. The Ramblers Association cannot take responsibility for damage or loss incurred on a ramble or other club activity. Follow the Country Code : close gates, take litter home, face oncoming traffic etc. Please do not walk in front of the leader or leave a ramble without informing the leader. Children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. All those interested in walking are welcome to join the group, but we would expect those taking part on a regular basis to join the Ramblers Association. Please inform the leader of any medical condition which you have which he / she should be aware of.

The O.S. column below indicates the Ordnance Survey Landranger map number as well as giving a general indication of the area covered by the map - you can buy any of these maps, or general hill-walking books, at discounted rates from amazon.co.uk. Clicking on the walk description (where appropriate) will provide a very detailed map of the area of the walk. Distances are approximate and may vary. Walks may be subject to change on the day - notice will be given where possible via the "Latest News" banner below.

Distance and Height Conversion

Height - Metres Multiplied by 3.3 = Feet
150 Metres = 500 Feet Approximately
Distance - Kilometres Multiplied by 5 / 8 = Miles
16 Kilometres = 10 Miles Approximately

Bookings and more details about the walks are available by email :

enquiries@monklandsramblers.org.uk

DATE	WALK	DISTANCE	LEADER	GRADE	O.S.	DEPARTURE POINT
Sunday, 8 October 2000	Blackford to Tillicoultry	14 Km	Pat Malone	B	58	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 14 October 2000	Lochgoilhead area walk	13 Km	Ann Crerar	B	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
Sunday, 22 October 2000	Loch Na Craige Circular	13 Km	Anne McAllister	C+	52	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 28 October 2000	Ben Lui	17.5 Km	Keny Weldon	A+	50	Airdrie at 8.00am
	Inveroran to Tyndrum	15 Km	Betty Stevenson	C+	50	Airdrie at 8.00am
Sunday, 5 November 2000	Glen Ogle Cottage Circular (near Killin)	14.5 Km	Fiona Alexander	B+	51	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 18 November 2000	Gateside to Freuchie	13 Km	Pat Malone	C+	58	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 3 December 2000	Ben Vorlich (Loch Lomond)	9 Km	John Young	A+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
	Gleann Nan Caorann	12 Km	Elizabeth Evans	B	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 6 January 2001	Arthur's Seat	8 Km	Anne McAllister	B	66	Coatbridge at 9.00am
Saturday, 13 January 2001	Falls of Monzie to Glen Turret (Crieff)	16 Km	Linda Paton	B	52	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 28 January 2001	Ben Vane (Balquhidder)	16 Km	John Young	A	57	Coatbridge at 8.00am
	Above Callander	16 Km	Jay Hunt	B	57	Coatbridge at 8.00am
Saturday, 3 February 2001	Tinto Hill	15 Km	James Muir (replacing Fiona Alexander)	B+	72	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 18 February 2001	Beinn Ime	13 Km	James Muir	A+	56	Airdrie at 8.00am
	Lochgoilhead to Ardgartan	10 Km	Jay Hunt	B	56	Airdrie at 8.00am
Saturday, 3 March 2001	Meall Greigh and Meall Garbh - cancelled due to foot-and-mouth restrictions.	14 Km	Alan Ward	A+	51	Coatbridge at 8.00am
	Lochearnhead to Killin - cancelled due to foot-and-mouth restrictions.	15 Km	Ken Paton	B	51	Coatbridge at 8.00am
Sunday, 18 March 2001	Peebles to Innerleithen - cancelled due to foot-and-mouth restrictions.	14.5 Km	Ailsa Lucas	B	73	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 31 March 2001	North Queensferry to Bo'Ness via Forth Bridge - cancelled due to foot-and-mouth restrictions.	15 Km	Christine McMahon	C	65	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 8 April 2001	Creag Leacach (Glen Shee) - revised walk in an area unaffected by foot-and-mouth restrictions. This walk will definitely go ahead (posted 2 April 2001).	14 Km	Kenny Weldon	B	43	Coatbridge at 8.30am

Monklands Ramblers is part of the Ramblers Association

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