Ramblers Association - Monklands Group

Winter Programme 2003 - 2004

*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 minibus or 53 seater coach to all walks. Ramblers Association members and prospective new members get priority when booking place(s) on a walk. 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 ("The Time Capsule") and just behind Airdrie Town Hall. Walks usually 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. Please also see important notice here.

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. Note also that "Munro" pronunciations below are courtesy of www.munromagic.com.

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

More details about the walks are available by email :

enquiries@monklandsramblers.org.uk

DATE	WALK	DISTANCE	LEADER	GRADE	O.S.	DEPARTURE POINT
Sunday, 5 October 2003	Ben Chonzie	12 Km	Kenny Weldon	A	52	Coatbridge at 8.30am
	Loch Turret to Comrie	15 Km	Willie Young	C+	52	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 18 October 2003	Lowther Hills	12 Km	John Young	B	78	Airdrie at 8.30am
Sunday, 2 November 2003	Alva and Tillicoultry Glens	13 Km	John Jamieson	C+	58	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 15 November 2003	Creag Mac Ranaich and Meall an t-Seallaidh	11 Km	Ken Paton	B+	51	Coatbridge at 8.30am
	"The Three Glens Walk" : Glen Ogle, Gleann Dubh and Glen Kendrum	14 Km	Christine McMahon	B	51	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 30 November 2003	Beinn Narnain and A'Chrois	10 Km	John McLaughlin	A+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
	Beinn Narnain (at an easy pace)	6 Km	Jay Hunt	A+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
	Glen Fyne	16 Km	Karen Purves	C+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 13 December 2003	Ben A'an	4 Km	John Jamieson	B	57	Coatbridge at 9.30am
Sunday, 11 January 2004	Newmilns to Loudon Hill	10 Km	Linda Muir	C	70	Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 24 January 2004	Tinto Hill - Revised walk replacing "Fintry Hills" due to unforeseen circumstances.	15 Km	James Muir	B+	72	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 8 February 2004	Beinn Tharsuinn and Beinn Chaorach	12 Km	Mike Ward	B+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
	Inverbeg to Luss	12 Km	Patricia McMullen	C+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 28 February 2004	Criffell	11 Km	Pat Malone	B+	84	Airdrie at 8.30am
Sunday, 7 March 2004	Stuc a' Chroin	12.5 Km	Alan Ward	A+	57	Coatbridge at 8.30am
	Glen Ample	15 Km	Christine McMahon	B	57	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 20 March 2004	Bishop Hill	15 Km	Maureen O'Donnell	B	58	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Thursday, 1 April 2004	Mount Everest	647 Km	Willie Murphy	A++++	999	Coatbridge at 1.30am
Sunday, 4 April 2004	Hundleshope Heights	13 Km	Pat Malone	B+	73	Coatbridge at 8.30am
	Minchmoor	16 Km	Linda Paton	B	73	Coatbridge at 8.30am

Monklands Ramblers is part of the Ramblers Association

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