Monthly Archives: August 2012

Monklands Geographical and Travel Society

Posted on August 31, 2012 by jester1970

After the closure of the Monklands Geographic Society, it was decided to relaunch the group under a slightly different guise, and I’ve had an email from Dr Ann Glen, the Acting Secretary of the MGTS to confirm this. I only … Continue reading →

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Finally- Beinn Mhanach!

Posted on August 29, 2012 by jester1970

…We pushed ahead, the higher ground now snow covered, arriving at a wind scoured bealach where things didn’t look promising. Suddenly a gust of wind tore across the hill, lifting myself and another guy clean off our feet. My knee … Continue reading →

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Achallader Farm Bypass Path

Posted on August 24, 2012 by jester1970

I was up near Bridge of Orchy last weekend, to head up Beinn Mhanach. I noticed that a gate has been erected on the track to Achallader Farm near Loch Tulla. This prevents vehicles going as far at the farm, however … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Yew: A History

Posted on August 17, 2012 by jester1970

An edited version of this review appears in the Summer 2012 edition of the Scottish Forestry Journal.   I had a few concerns on being asked to write a book review of a subject which I have scant knowledge of. … Continue reading →

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At last- the Aonach Eagach Ridge!

Posted on August 11, 2012 by jester1970

Having seen the drop from Am Bodach last time I was confident I could manage it, and the next section to the first Munro on the ridge Meal Dearg. Down I went, Jim leading the way. Slab steps and good … Continue reading →

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