What we’re about
Hi there! Welcome to the group :-) This group is part of Scottish Hillwalking & Activities Group - but for walking/hillwalking events only. The other part of the group is for climbing events and if you're interested in that, please join https://4142298.xyz/scottish-hillwalkers/
We're a friendly group that was founded in 2008 to be run by the members for the members. We encourage members to "own the group" and help keep the page active by hosting events, but there is definitely no requirement to do so.
We organise a wide range of walks year round including single Munros, multiple Munros, scrambling over ridges, weekends away and a selection of low level longer walks, pub walks and summer evening walks. We also organise child-friendly Munros.
These shouldn't be considered "led walks" with a professional guide. Think of it more as going walking with a group of friends (and while you may not be friends with everyone at the start of the walk, you will be by the end of it!). However, everyone has to take responsibility for themselves as well as for each other, and everyone has a role to play (be it offering lifts to the start, helping with the navigation on the walk or bringing the jaffa cakes!)
The organiser of a walk or event is the point of contact for the walk. Organisers do not lead walks and are not responsible for others or instructing them. Organisers are volunteers who are sharing their own experience with others, so those of lesser experience should be aware of this.
The group is completely free to join, but we may occasionally ask for a voluntary £3 donation to help cover the cost of hosting the group on Meetup.com.
If you have some ideas for walks and activities or perhaps once you have been on a few events, would like to get involved in organising one, please send us a message via Mountain Goat's Meetup profile.
Look forward to seeing you on a meetup soon,
Mountain Goat
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Moderate: Craig of Monievreckie, AberfoyleRiverside Car Park , Aberfoyle FK8 3UQ
Another Aberfoyle wander, Craig Of Monievreckie 400m, a 'Marilyn' in the Menteith hills.
It's a nice start from the village, past Aberfoyle golf course and the Rob Roy way. This is a slightly tougher hill than last weeks Craigmore however as, though they are of similar height, Monievreckie has quite a steep glen path to access near the top. It's clear though through the heather and it just takes a wee bit of time. (Photo of top attached). The Walk highlands report & route below includes a small viewpoint to the west of our hill, we can see on the day if the group fancies doing it.
Meet again behind the Co-op supermarket in the big, free Riverside Car Park (Toilets nearby), to start walking at 10am. https://maps.app.goo.gl/1LskmKvRCRjMM6728
I forgot exactly what a Marilyn is; 'any hill or mountain in the UK or Ireland, with a drop of at least 150m on all sides'. The Marilyn list was devised in the early 1990s by Alan Dawson who reputedly stated that the name was a pun on the munros & film stars name.... Marilyn Munroe. For anyone interested in the list; Marilyn Bagging List + Marilyns GPS Waypoints
Planning to go for a coffee in 'The Station' cafe in Aberfoyle after walk.
As its lower level, less weather dependent than normal.
Dog Friendly. For any queries on the day 07901 987769.
TERRAIN
Broad forest tracks, narrow and steep path for a short while, boggy in places. If you use poles and gaiters i'd bring them.ROUTE
From the car park we walk east this time and join up with this route; Walk Report - Menteith Hills • WalkhighlandsMAP
OL46 TrossachsWALK STATS
Distance: 11.55km, 7.2 miles
Ascent: 623m (Maximum)
Time: 4 hours 30 minutes- 5 hours.SUITABILITY/PARTICIPATION STATEMENT
You are responsible for deciding if this event is suitable for you, coming adequately prepared and looking after yourself on the walk. If there's any questions about suitability, please contact the organisers.The Scottish Hillwalkers and Activities Group recognises that hill walking, scrambling and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.
PACE
You must be surefooted and have the fitness and stamina to complete the walk without difficulty. We will walk as a group at a **moderate pace**CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
You must ensure that you come adequately prepared for this walk, with full waterproofs, warm clothes, gloves and hat and food and water.WEATHER FORECAST
Please make sure you check the weather forecast before you come:
Please remember to check the website the night before the walk - if the weather forecast is very bad we may change or cancel the walk, or move it to a different day.LIFTS/MEETUP TIME
We will be at the car park for 9.45 to start walking at 10am.If you need a lift please use the comments box below to ask for one. If receiving a lift plse share contact details.
Please arrive ready to walk and we will only wait for 5 minutes before leaving.
RSVPs
• Yes: You intend to come and will turn up.
If you can't make it, change your RSVP to NO to allow someone else to take your place.GROUP ETHOS
Please remember the organiser is not the leader of the walk - we lead ourselves and make decisions and walk AS A GROUP. If you don't like the sound of that, perhaps this walk is not for you :-)Be considerate:
Follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code for COVID-19 https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/access-outdoors-during-current-coronavirus-outbreak-guidance-public-and-land-managers be aware of farm animals, wildlife and nesting birds, keep all your litter and #TakitHame.If you are unwell or have a cold/flu, please don't come on the walk. The hills will always be there and we will see you the next time.
- Easy: Loch Faskally from Killiecrankie, at an easy paceKilliecrankie Visitor Centre Car Park, Perthshire
The Pass of Killiecrankie and Faskally Forest in Perthshire are two of the best places in Scotland to enjoy a stunning display of autumn colours and this circular route takes you through both! Starting off with the Pass of Killiecrankie and the Soldier's Leap viewpoint, you will then head along single track roads and through the Linn of Tummel to reach Loch Faskally. On your way back you'll pass through the beautiful Faskally Forest before following the River Tummel and River Garry back to Killiecrankie.
TERRAIN
A mix of surfaced roads and woodland paths and there are a lot of steps on this route.ROUTE
Gillian's Walks route hereWALK STATS
Distance: 10 miles
Time: 5 hoursSUITABILITY/PARTICIPATION STATEMENT
You are responsible for deciding if this event is suitable for you, coming adequately prepared and looking after yourself on the walk. If there's any questions about suitability, please contact the organiser.The Scottish Hillwalkers and Activities Group recognises that hill walking, scrambling and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.
PACE
- We will walk as a group at a slow pace - this means an amble and we'll probably stop for lots of pictures.
- If you think you're a faster paced walker or want to get back quickly, please do not sign up for this walk.
- Because of this, I'm operating a waiting list, so please only join this walk if you can walk slowly with the group.
- You still need to have the fitness and stamina to complete a 10 mile walk without difficulty.
CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
You must ensure that you come adequately prepared for this walk, with supportive boots, waterproofs in case of rain, warm clothes, gloves and hat and food and water. A headtorch is essential to carry with you in autumn and winter just in case we get caught out by sunset (approx: 16:05)WEATHER FORECAST
Please make sure you check the weather forecast before you come:Please remember to check the website the night before the walk - if the weather forecast is very bad we may change or cancel the walk, or move it to a different day.
TBC
LIFTS/MEETUP TIME
We will be at the start of the walk (Killiecrankie visitor centre ) for 10:00 to start at 10:10. The visitor centre has toilets and a cafe. It opens at 10 am and closes at 4 pm on Sundays, November to March.If you need a lift please use the comments box below to ask for one. If receiving a lift, please agree beforehand with your driver how you're splitting costs, share contact details, bring a bag for dirty boots afterwards and commit to not leaving a mess.
Unfortunately due to people leaving mess in my car, I'm not offering a lift.
Please arrive ready to walk and we will only wait for 5 minutes before leaving.
Refreshments after the walk (very important!)
The Killiecrankie visitor centre has a decent cafe which is open until 4pm. Otherwise we will stop in Pitlochry before we go home.RSVPs
• Yes: You intend to come and will turn up.If you can't make it, change your RSVP to NO to allow someone else to take your place.
Do ensure you give adequate warning if you decide not to come on the walk, at least 2 or 3 days is sufficient for a day walk and allows others waiting to make travel arrangements in your stead. Less than 1 day should be accompanied by a call/txt or email to the organiser.
GUESTS
+1s are okay but please let me know via message their names and ability.GROUP ETHOS
Please remember the organiser is not the leader of the walk - we lead ourselves and make decisions and walk AS A GROUP. The organiser does set the pace however and it is good walking etiquette to stay with the rest of the group. It's not acceptable to leave the organiser and walk apart from the group. People that tend to do that are not welcome.Be considerate:
Be aware of farm animals, wildlife and nesting birds, keep all your litter and #TakithameIf you are unwell or have a cold/flu, please don't come on the walk. The hills will always be there and we will see you the next time.
