Category Archives: Trip Reports

So Here I Am Once More…

Posted on April 7, 2024 by jester1970

It’s been quite some time since I last posted anything on here. Recovery from a broken hip is, as I’ve come to discover, a long and drawn out process. You lose muscle mass, strength, control, and on top of that … Continue reading →

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Stob Coire Sgriodan/Wild Camping Video

Posted on October 12, 2022 by jester1970

Phone and drone footage for my latest trip. I’d missed out on bagging Stob Coire Sgriodan 13 years ago – and now I was finally returning to tick it off. It would be my first “new” Munro summit in 4 years…

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13 Years in the Bagging: Stob Coire Sgriodan

Posted on October 9, 2022 by jester1970

Back in July of this year I camped high on the bealach between Leum Uillium and Beinn a’ Bhric near Corrour. As I looked out across the hills I saw a long ridge leading up to a hill which I … Continue reading →

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Trip Report: A Windy Summit Camp on Sgairneach Mhor

Posted on September 26, 2022 by jester1970

“We’re heading to Beinn Udlamain for an overnight camp on Saturday, do you fancy it?” My mate Monty had messaged me with an invite and I’d been itching to get out. I enjoy a bit of company on the hills and was up for it, even though I was nightshift the night before. I was looking forward to heading north. Unfortunately some things always go south… #WildCamping #Scotland Continue reading →

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Trip Report: High Camp at Corrour

Posted on August 24, 2022 by jester1970

A few weeks back I took a trip to one of my regular haunts, Corrour, for an overnight camp. I’d been itching to get out again, and had time to fit in a wee overnight excursion. Corrour immediately sprang to … Continue reading →

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The Bernina Railway (Tirano to St Moritz)

Posted on June 16, 2015 by jester1970

For many years I have watched as tourists press their nose against the glass and admire the West Highland Railway. For a change, this time it’s me who is stuck to the train windows… Full words and pictures: The Bernina … Continue reading →

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