Ramblers Association - Monklands Group

Winter Programme 2004 - 2005

*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 the important notices here regarding 'no shows' for walks, conduct on walks, Ramblers Association membership and litter - thanks.

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
Saturday, 2 October 2004	Kilpatrick Hills - rescheduled from the originally published date of Sunday, 3 October 2004.	17 Km	Willie Young	B	64	Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 16 October 2004	Beinn a' Chleibh	12 Km	John Young	A+	50	Coatbridge at 8.30am
	Gleann Auchreoch	13 Km	Jay Hunt	B	50	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 31 October 2004	Glentress Forest	16 Km	Ken Paton	B	73	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 13 November 2004	Benachally Hill	14.5 Km	John McLaughlin	B	53	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 28 November 2004	Killin to Lochearnhead	14.5 Km	Alan Ward	B+	51	Coatbridge at 8.30am
	Killin to Lochearnhead	14.5 Km	Christine McMahon	C+	51	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 11 December 2004	Callander to Aberfoyle	14.5 Km	John Jamieson	C+	57	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 9 January 2005	Bodesbeck to St.Mary's Loch	16 Km	Linda Paton	B	73 / 78	Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 22 January 2005	Ben Ever, Ben Cleuch and Andrew Gannel Hill	13 Km	Mike Ward	B+	58	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday 6 February 2005	Lamington Circular via 'Deils Barn Door'	16 Km	Andy Goldie	B	72	Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday 19 February 2005	Beinn Uamha	14.5 Km	Ken Paton	A	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
	Kinlochard to Stronachlachar	14.5 Km	Patricia McMullen	C+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
Sunday 6 March 2005	Eddleston to Peebles	14.5 Km	Kenny Weldon	B	73	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday 20 March 2005	Spring Outdoor Access Festival - Kelvin Valley	Various	Jay Hunt	Various	64	Coatbridge at 9.30am

Monklands Ramblers is part of the Ramblers Association

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