The Ramblers have been very active this week as they had the monthly mid week walk as well as the normal weekend ones.
Wednesday saw a group of 9 in the Lake District again, climbing Harrison Stickle and Pavey Ark. Despite a grey start it turned into a dry clear day with no wind and excellent views. However the plan to climb Jack’s Rake was abandoned as the rocks were too wet and slippery. Thanks to Tom for leading this walk.
Saturday aw the Ramblers out in force to enjoy the good weather on a walk between Rigg and Annan which involved a bus ride. Thanks go to Ken for organising and leading this walk.
Sunday’s circular walk at Rockcliffe attracted 23 Ramblers including some very welcome new comers and visitors. The route passed through Dalbeattie forest emerging eventually at Portling for lunch on the beach in the hot sunshine . After a short but rather steep climb the group followed the coastal path back to Rockcliffe enjoying fabulous views across the sparkling Solway to the Lakes. The group made it to Dalbeattie garden centre before closing time for a very welcome cuppa. Thanks go to Jean for managing such a large group so well and looking after everyone in the heat of the day.
Next Walks
Saturday 27th June – Adventure walk – Crown of Scotland- Please note this is a departure from the advertised programme – Described as a B walk of 7.5 miles and 1000 feet of ascent. A circular walk via Annandale Head, Whitehope Knowe and return via Earlshaugh. Grassy paths, open moorland and forest paths. The leader will be Tom.
Please meet at Brooms Road car park Dumfries at 8.30am for car sharing
Sunday 28th June – Half Day walk – Disdow – Described as a C walk of 5 miles and 750 feet of ascent. From Cally woods car park, Gatehouse of Fleet. Over Whinny Hill and through Benjarg and Disdow woods with good views over the Water of Fleet valley. Mainly tracks and paths. The leader will be Caroline.
Please meet at Brooms Road car park Dumfries at 9.00am for car sharing
Please check the Ramblers web site for more information and phone numbers, particularly if you wish to join the walk at the start. www.dumfriesramblers.org.uk or Dumfries and District Ramblers on Face Book
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