Ramblers Association - Monklands Group

Winter Programme 1999 - 2000

*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, 3 October 1999	Tayport beach and forest walk (replaces Pitmedden Circular)	14 Km	Elizabeth Evans	C+	59	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 9 October 1999	Elidon Hills	13 Km	Ken Paton	B	73	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 17 October 1999	An Caisteal	13 Km	David Dunn	A+	50	Airdrie at 8.30am
	Inversnaid to Inverarnan	13 Km	Bob Cameron	C+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 23 October 1999	Falls of Bruar	16 Km	Betty Stevenson	B	43	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 31 October 1999	Head of Glen Artney Circular	17.5 Km	Alan Ward	B	57	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 13 November 1999	Binnein an Fhidhleir	10 Km	Jay Hunt	A	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
	Arrochar to Butterbridge	14.5 Km	Linda Paton	B	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
Sunday, 28 November 1999	Bonhard Circular	13 Km	Ann McAllister	B	53	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 11 December 1999	Falls of Clyde	11 Km	Emma Lawrie	C+	71	Coatbridge at 9am
Saturday, 8 January 2000	Newton Bridge to Amulree	16 Km	Ken Paton	C+	52	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 23 January 2000	Tweed Walkway	16 Km	Fiona Alexander	C+	73	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 12 February 2000	St. Andrews to Crail	19 Km	Elizabeth Evans	B	59	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 27 February 2000	Ben Lomond	11 Km	John Young	A+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
	Drymen to Rowardennan	16 Km	TBA	C+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 11 March 2000	Dunkeld Circular & Birnam Hill	10 Km	Kenny Weldon	B	52	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 26 March 2000	Ben Ledi via Stank Glen	12 Km	James Muir	A	57	Coatbridge at 8.30am
	Glen Ample	13 Km	Christine McMahon	B	51	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 1 April 2000	Birkscairn Hill & Glen Sax	17.5 Km	Mike O'Neil	B	73	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 9 April 2000	Balquhidder Circular	14.5 Km	Eric O'Hara	B	57	Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 16 April 2000	Ben Narnain	10 Km	Gerry Jordan	A+	56	Airdrie at 8.30am
	Glen Loin Circular	10 Km	Bill Frederick	C	56	Airdrie at 8.30am

Monklands Ramblers is part of the Ramblers Association

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