EVENT FULL --- The Alva Loop: introduction to Hill Walking and Navigation in the Ochils - Sun, 1 Jun 2014 - 10:00

Family Friendly Event

Join us for a moderate introduction to hill-walking for people who would like to try this increasingly popular activity but haven't quite gained the confidence to buy a map and just go for it! Experienced walk leader, Gavin Clarke, will give guidance on the basic principles of navigation using a map and compass, with emphasis on how to keep safe and avoid going astray when the weather closes in.
Note: this route will pass by the cultivation terraces under scrutiny in the talk on 9 June

When:

Sunday, June 1, 2014 - 10:00

Sunday 1 June, 10am

Where:

Meet at 10am at the car park in Alva Glen (Grid Ref NS885975)

Event leader:

Gavin Clarke / Alva Ecolodge C.I.C.

Note:

Moderate-to-strenuous. This walk is around 6-7 miles, with an ascent of around 600-750 metres. It should take around 4-5 hours to complete. Hill walking kit generally to be included as a minimum: 1. Layered warm clothing, e.g. fleece, mid and base layer, non-cotton trousers if possible. 2. Waterproof jacket and overtrousers and, if possible, gaiters and waterproof boots with decent treads and non-cutaway heels (if not available, be prepared to get your feet wet). If wearing off road trainers be sure that the treads are in good condition as we shall be climbing and descending steep grassy slopes which, when wet, can be very slippery. 3. Hat and gloves plus food and water for a day in the hills. 4. Mapcase or polypocket type A4 envelope. 5. OS Maps (1:50000) and compasses only if available. Otherwise Gav will supply.

Booking:

Event full

Maximum 10 participants

Please note that there is a minimum age of 12 for this event. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and must be happy to walk at a modest pace for 4-5 hours.

This event is FREE