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Forfar & District
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Congratulations to David Barrie who 'compleated' the Munros on Saturday 6th September on Carn Mor Dearg.
Mel has now completed her parachute jump in aid of the Scottish Air Ambulance Service. Here's her report :-
I was 2 weeks short of 2 years trying to get it done with cancellations mainly being due to poor weather. The day itself was Mother's Day with a very
windy start so it was 5pm that I went up in the plane (after being there from 8am). The plane itself had only a seat for the pilot with 2 sets of tandem
jumpers sat on the floor. I was the first set out and the tumble out of the plane and free fall was absolutely amazing. It was almost too much to process
at the time but I loved it but I dont think I’d do it again. The 2 year wait was so stressful! But my face after it says it all about the experience.
For the air ambulance to fly, it costs £3500 each time and they do truly save lives. We all hope we never have to use them but it’s a comfort
to know they are there.
Some of us have already given a donation to Mel, but for those who would like to, here are the details.
Hello! I'm fundraising for Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance. Here's my JustGiving page, if you'd like to donate.
https://www.justgiving.com/page/melanie-henderson-1678395741014?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=WA
We are returning to Arran for 3 nights staying at the Scottish National Trust's Shore Lodge property, located within the grounds of Brodick Castle.
There is some superb walking available that caters for all capabilities, including some scrambling ridges for those that want a bit more of a challenge.
Many of the routes can start from the Lodge without the need to drive. So you may want to consider travelling to Arran as a foot passenger and then
taking the bus to the accommodation or sharing lifts.
See details here.
We have 14 beds available and sole use of the hostel. Cost is £87.50pp for the 3 nights. You will need to book your own ferry crossings.
Please note that whilst we try to arrange rooms to have single sex occupancy this is not always possible and there may on occasions be mixed rooms.
Contact Ian to book
Nicola is planning on celebrating her long awaited ‘compleation’ on top of Beinn na Lap with family and friends on Saturday 27 September.
She is sending out the following invitation:
Dear All,
As many of you know, I’m now at 281 Munros and am due to finish on Beinn Na Lap on Saturday 27th September this year.
I’ve hired the small hostel at Loch Ossian but unfortunately also filled the hostel!! However, I would be delighted if anyone
would like to come in and join me in celebrating/ commiserating with me that this wonderful project is compleated!! 😢
I have some family coming in on first train - arrives just before 9am and leaving on last train at 6.25pm. Or we are allowed
to have a few camping in the vicinity of the hostel if you prefer.
We are also planning to go for dinner on Saturday evening at the station cafe.
Please let me know if you are planning to come, so I can keep track of numbers, especially for dinner where there might be limited space.
Hope some of you can make it. 😀
Nicola x
Contact details: 07730 574 643 or nicolajbaillie@yahoo.co.uk
7.30pm Forfar Fire Station. After the business meeting, David Gibson will give a talk on "Antarctica and South Pacific".
Details to follow.
Saddle Mountain Hostel, Invergarry. We have the sole use of Saddle Mountain hostel in Invergarry.
See details here The hostel has a capacity of 22. The cost is £60pp for the two nights.
Contact Ian to book
Latest Mountaineering Scotland guidelines can be found here.
An online tool provided by Mountaineering Scotland. See here.
You are able to order embroidered/printed clothing from AQUARIAN EMBROIDERY – a local business run by Debbie and Brian
– ex members and friends of the club. Many of our members can be seen sporting, fleeces, hoodies, polo shirts, t-shirts, boot bags with the FDHWC
logo embroidered/printed on. Ask for the special 60th anniversary logo!
We would ask you to contact Debbie and Brian directly (aquarianembroidery@yahoo.com)to discuss and
place your order. You can have a look at the merchandise available, and prices, on
their website
