Monthly Archives: January 2023

Meall a’ Bhùiridh Video

Posted on January 26, 2023 by jester1970

An ascent of Meall a’ Bhùiridh in Glencoe, with camera and drone footage. On returning home I looked at a photo I had taken of Ben Nevis and noticed a solo climber ascending from the CDM Arete – a distance of around 22km away! After a post on social media the climber identified himself – having completed a fantastic starlit ascent of CMD and Ben Nevis. Continue reading →

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Lost in Translation

Posted on January 26, 2023 by jester1970

I do enjoy the video content produced by outdoors Youtuber Paul Messner. He is a very enthusiastic and experienced guy, with more nights on the hills than you can shake a stick at. Having said that, I had to take … Continue reading →

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Meall a’ Bhuiridh – Uncomfortably Numb

Posted on January 26, 2023 by jester1970

I had a poor sleep and could easily have turned off my alarm at 0430hrs, but instead I dragged myself up, made up a drink and got my gear into the car. The temperature was around -4°C, so after clearing … Continue reading →

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North Lanarkshire Core Path Plan Update

Posted on January 18, 2023 by jester1970

The North Lanarkshire Core Path Plan (CPP) is in the process of being reviewed. As part of the update process the CPP has been changed from pdf format to an interactive map which (in theory) allows you to click on … Continue reading →

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ROW SM17 – Craigens Road to Duntilland Road

Posted on January 18, 2023 by jester1970

The route page for the right of way from Craigens Road to Duntilland Road has been updated and can now be found HERE. There have been a few changes along the route over the years, and while the track at … Continue reading →

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