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UK
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RGS
Conference Belfast 4-5 Jan
Lecture series begins at National Exhibition of Mountaineering
(NEM)
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| February |
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IYM Launch
Edinburgh 4 Feb
Royal Scottish Geographical Society lecture Inverness 4 Feb
National Trust for Scotland lectures Forfar 6 Feb
Scottish Countryside Access Council AGM 27 Feb
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Lecture at NEM |
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Royal Scottish Geographical Society lecture Kirkcaldy 4 Mar
Alan Hinkes lecture Dundee 8 Mar
Braemar Telemark
Festival 8-10 Mar
North East Mountain Trust lecture 13 Mar
"Best
of Kendal" films at the Outdoor Show, NEC Birmingham 15-17
March
"Pick'n'Mixed":
Lecture on Scottish Winter Climbing by Mark Garthwaite, Strathaven
Climbing Club19 March
Ramblers AGM+lecture 23 Mar
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Lecture at NEM and launch of IYM programme in Cumbria
Best of Kendal Festival Tour in Birmingham, London, Bristol, Keswick
and Sheffield, among others
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International
Conference on Science & Technology in Climbing & Mountaineering,
Leeds 3-5 April
The Munro Society
inaugural lecture: John Cleare: "The Munros: a perspective
from high places" Dundee 20 April
John Muir Trust Schiehallion pathwork
John Muir Trust
AGM 20-21 April Rannoch School
Scottish
Borders Festival of Walking 20-27 April contact: 0870 608
0404 email info@scot-borders.co.uk
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Various Exhibitions in place as part of Swiss/UK Dialogue
across the mountains
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For
full list of National Trust for Scotland guided walks and talks
on mountain properties click here
Ramblers'
Scottish Groups Gathering, Stirling 3-6 May
"Think
like a Mountain" seminar
Glenmore Lodge 9-11 May - cancelled but courses running
in May & September
Euromontana 3rd European Mountain
Convention
Inverness, 16-18 May
Scottish Wild Land
Group AGM - Dunkeld, 18 May contact: enquiries@swlg.org.uk
Cairngorms Partnership/Association
of National Park Authorities/Europarc weekend, Coylumbridge, 24-26
May
North East Mountain
Trust Festival at Ballater 24-26 May
Cairn Gorm Ranger Service "Taking stock after the snow"
reviewing the Ski Area after the end of the Ski Season. 2 hours
25th May 2002, meet at 2pm. Contact ranger@cairngorm.sol.co.uk
For
full list of events led by the Cairn Gorm Ranger Service click here
Makrolab/Atholl
Estate/Tramway launch
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Ongoing events: Cumbria
Mountain Festival 2002
International
Rock Climbing meet, Plas-y-Brenin 5-12 May
Mountaineering
Council of Ireland Hillwalking Meet 24-26 May 2002
For
full list of IYM events in Ireland click here
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Banff
Mountain Film Festival World Tour - Fort William, 2 June
Mountaineering
Council of Scotland annual gathering & AGM - Glenmore Lodge,
21-23 June
Hoot on
the Fhidhleir - Celebration of mountain music, Ben More Coigach,
Wester Ross, 22 June
Makrolab/Atholl
Estate
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The
Fair Head International Climbing Meet
Fair Head, BallyCastle, 6-10th June |
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National Trust for Scotland - "The Lure of Mountain Plants"
- guided walks on Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve every Wednesday
3-31 July
Monday 8th July
Falls of Glomach
Visit one of the highest waterfalls in Britain. The route brings
us back along the hanging valley of Gleann Gaorsaic and part of
the original east-west drovers' road over Bealach na Sgairne. Meet
9.30am Morvich Countryside Centre
National Trust for Scotland - "Introducing Glencoe" -
illustrated talk, Killin Weds 10 July
Wednesday 17th July
Kintail to Yellowstone
N illustrated talk comparing some of the management issues in Kintail
and West Affric with that of the American National Parks.
8 pm at Kintail Old Hall.
Falls of Glomach
Visit one of the highest waterfalls in Britain. The route brings
us back along the hanging valley of Gleann Gaorsaic and part of
the original east-west drovers' road over Bealach na Sgairne. Meet
9.30am Morvich Countryside Centre
Makrolab/Atholl
Estate
Hillphones
2002 launched
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Cumbrian events include Mountain rescue and re-constructions
of early ascents through the summer.
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Friday 2 August "Top o'the Tail"
A walk to the pure waters of Loch Skene, the source of the Grey
Mare's Tail waterfall, taking time to enjoy the wildlife and views.
These walks run from 14.00-17.00. Adults £3, children £2
Please contact the National Trust for Scotland office at Threave
Garden, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502
575.
Meeting Place: Grey Mare's Tail carpark on the A708 Moffat to Selkirk
road, grid reference NT 156187
Bring boots, warm clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Monday 5 August
Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve "Flora, Fauna and Fossils"
Join the Ranger on a 3 mile (3km) wildlife ramble in the Moffat
Water Valley, including a visit to a renowned fossil site. These
walks run from 14.00-16.30. Adults £2, children £1
Please contact the National Trust for Scotland office at Threave
Garden, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502
575.
Meeting Place: Grey Mare's Tail carpark on the A708 Moffat to Selkirk
road, grid reference NT 156187
Bring boots, warm clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Monday 5 August Cairn Gorm - Coire Cas
Join a Ranger for a walk around the upper part of Coire Cas, getting
closer to the snow wreath and listening for singing snow buntings.
2 ½ hours. Meet at the Ranger Base in Coire Cas. Bring hillgoing
equipment such as boots, windproof and, if conditions are wet or
cold, further protective clothing. Contact the Ranger Service on
01479 861 261 or email ranger@cairngorm.sol.co.uk
Tuesday 6 August Glen Coe "Woodland ramble through time."
Starting from the Visitor Centre, going by the campsite back in
time to one of the massacre sites, through to Lord Strathcona's
ownership, then onto the Forestry Commission and finally to the
NTS' management of the property and hopefully see some wildlife
along the way.
Tuesday 6th August "Deer Stalking with a Camera"
A high level walk to look for the Monarch of the Glen, and learn
about their ecology and management (part of National Mammal Week).
Meet 9.30am, Morvich Countryside Centre.
Contact the Ranger Service at National Trust for Scotland Kintail,
Morvich Farm, Inverinate, By Kyle, Ross-shire IV40 8HQ, tel 01599
511 231 fax 01599 511 417 email wfraser@nts.org.uk
You will need to be well equipped with walking boots and waterproofs.
You should bring enough food, water and energy for a full day n
the hills.
Mountain walks charged at £20 per adult per day (free if you
join the NTS on the day), £5 per child (under 16).
Day-long remote walks £15 per adult (free if you join the
NTS on the day), £5 per child (under 16).
Wednesday 7th - Thursday 8th August "Wilderness Experience"
A unique two-day trip into the hills, staying overnight at a mountain
bothy or camping. Contact the Ranger Service at National Trust for
Scotland Kintail, Morvich Farm, Inverinate, By Kyle, Ross-shire
IV40 8HQ, tel 01599 511 231 fax 01599 511 417 email wfraser@nts.org.uk
Wednesday 7th August: Ben Lomond - All about the Mountain. 7.30pm
- 8.30pm
An illustrated slide talk by the NTS ranger, looking at all aspects
of the hill as part of the celebrations of the International Year
of the Mountains.
Drymen village hall. £2 entry at door. Contact ranger service
for details: 01360 870224 email: aeckersall@nts.org.uk or benlomond@nts.org.uk
Thursday 8 August Glen Coe, Lairig Eilde.
A walk through the "valley of the hinds". Lairig Eilde
runs from Dalness in Glen Etive back to Glencoe. This marks the
route of a former coffin trail, and is home to a large number of
Glencoe's red deer hinds. WE'll discuss the NTS' management of these,
as well as spotting a few deer and hopefully some other wildlife
along the way.
Thursday 8 August Cairn Gorm, Coire an t-Sneachda An afternoon
hillwalk to Coire an t-Sneachda to see the footpath repairs and
resident wildlife. 3 hours. Meet at the Ranger Base in Coire Cas.
Bring hillgoing equipment such as boots, windproof and, if conditions
are wet or cold, further protective clothing. Contact the Ranger
Service on 01479 861 261 or email ranger@cairngorm.sol.co.uk
Sunday 11 August Glen Coe, Coire Gabhail.
The geology of the glen, the history of the "hidden valley"
(how the MacDonalds used to hide their stolen cattle here), modern
mountaineering, the NTS' management of the footpaths and deer, any
natural history along the way.
Monday 12 August
Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve "Flora, Fauna and Fossils"
Join the Ranger on a 3 mile (3km) wildlife ramble in the Moffat
Water Valley, including a visit to a renowned fossil site. These
walks run from 14.00-16.30. Adults £2, children £1
Please contact the National Trust for Scotland office at Threave
Garden, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502
575.
Meeting Place: Grey Mare's Tail carpark on the A708 Moffat to Selkirk
road, grid reference NT 156187
Bring boots, warm clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Monday 12 August. Cairn Gorm - Coire na Ciste
Explore Coire na Ciste with a Ranger. Transport will be provided
to Coire na Ciste car park. 2 hours. Meet at the Ranger Base in
Coire Cas. Bring hillgoing equipment such as boots, windproof and,
if conditions are wet or cold, further protective clothing. Contact
the Ranger Service on 01479 861 261 or email ranger@cairngorm.sol.co.uk
Tuesday 13 August Glen Coe "Woodland ramble through time."
Starting from the Visitor Centre, going by the campsite back in
time to one of the massacre sites, through to Lord Strathcona's
ownership, then onto the Forestry Commission and finally to the
NTS' management of the property and hopefully see some wildlife
along the way.
Thursday 15 August Glen Coe, Meal Mor mast
Start at the visitor centre, then walk off the property and up on
top of a subsidiary summit to the police/mobile phone mast there.
On the way we shall discuss the NTS' management of the property,
the massacre, and the natural history that we care for on the property.
The view from the mast is spectacular, with Loch Leven and Loch
Linnhe stretching out below and the Pap, Glencoe and the Nevis range
crowding in.
Thursday 15 August Cairn Gorm, Coire an t-Sneachda An afternoon
hillwalk to Coire an t-Sneachda to see the footpath repairs and
resident wildlife. 3 hours. Meet at the Ranger Base in Coire Cas.
Bring hillgoing equipment such as boots, windproof and, if conditions
are wet or cold, further protective clothing. Contact the Ranger
Service on 01479 861 261 or email ranger@cairngorm.sol.co.uk
Saturday 17 August "Mountain Wildlife"
Enjoy a real mountain experience in search of upland wildlife and
spectacular views. Possible ascent of White Coomb (822m), conditions
permitting. Adults £6, children £4. Please contact the
National Trust for Scotland office at Threave Garden, Castle Douglas,
Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502 575. Bring boots, warm
clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Sunday 18 August, Mar Lodge Estate "Don't Get Lost!"
An Introduction to Navigation
Unravel the mystery of how to use a map and compass! An indoor session,
followed by a low ground walk in Cairngorm scenery, to put your
new skill into practise.
£10 per person, £7.50 NTS members.10.30-16.30. Phone
013397 41669
Monday 19 August Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve "Flora,
Fauna and Fossils"
Join the Ranger on a 3 mile (3km) wildlife ramble in the Moffat
Water Valley, including a visit to a renowned fossil site. These
walks run from 14.00-16.30. Adults £2, children £1
Please contact the National Trust for Scotland office at Threave
Garden, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502
575.
Meeting Place: Grey Mare's Tail carpark on the A708 Moffat to Selkirk
road, grid reference NT 156187
Bring boots, warm clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Monday 19 August Cairn Gorm - Coire Cas
Join a Ranger for a walk around the upper part of Coire Cas, getting
closer to the snow wreath and listening for singing snow buntings.
2 ½ hours. Meet at the Ranger Base in Coire Cas. Bring hillgoing
equipment such as boots, windproof and, if conditions are wet or
cold, further protective clothing. Contact the Ranger Service on
01479 861 261 or email ranger@cairngorm.sol.co.uk
Tuesday 20 August Glen Coe "Woodland ramble through time."
Starting from the Visitor Centre, going by the campsite back in
time to one of the massacre sites, through to Lord Strathcona's
ownership, then onto the Forestry Commission and finally to the
NTS' management of the property and hopefully see some wildlife
along the way.
Wednesday 21 August "The Call of the Mountain"
Illustrated talk, Killin. Ranger's Office, Lynedoch, Main Street,
Killin, FK21 8UW. Tel. Killin (01567) 820397 (Visitor Centre) or
Tel/Fax Killin (01567) 820988 (office) (Mon-Fri 9-3)
Thursday 22 August Glencoe's Land Rover safari.
For those less able to walk into the hills. We'll pick up people
from the visitor centre and transport them through the glen, going
off the beaten track slightly to give a different view of the Glen.
We'll be under the imposing Aonach Eagach, and the Three Sisters,
then down Glen Etive for a back view of Buachaille Etive Mor.
Thursday 22 August. Cairn Gorm - Coire na Ciste
Explore Coire na Ciste with a Ranger. Transport will be provided
to Coire na Ciste car park. 2 hours. Meet at the Ranger Base in
Coire Cas. Bring hillgoing equipment such as boots, windproof and,
if conditions are wet or cold, further protective clothing. Contact
the Ranger Service on 01479 861 261 or email ranger@cairngorm.sol.co.uk
Sunday 25 August 08.00-20.00 "A Walk on the Wild Side: the
Lairig Ghru"
A long, strenuous walk through this high Cairngorm pass. Discover
the secrets of the Cairngorms on this historic route. Transport
will be provided back to Mar Lodge.
£25 per person. Booking is essential unless stated otherwise.
Phone 013397 41669
Monday 26 August Cairn Gorm, Coire an t-Sneachda An afternoon
hillwalk to Coire an t-Sneachda to see the footpath repairs and
resident wildlife. 3 hours. Meet at the Ranger Base in Coire Cas.
Bring hillgoing equipment such as boots, windproof and, if conditions
are wet or cold, further protective clothing. Contact the Ranger
Service on 01479 861 261 or email ranger@cairngorm.sol.co.uk
Tuesday 27 August Glen Coe "Woodland ramble through time."
Starting from the Visitor Centre, going by the campsite back in
time to one of the massacre sites, through to Lord Strathcona's
ownership, then onto the Forestry Commission and finally to the
NTS' management of the property and hopefully see some wildlife
along the way.
Thursday 29 August Glen Coe, Coire Gabhail.
The geology of the glen, the history of the "hidden valley"
(how the MacDonalds used to hide their stolen cattle here), modern
mountaineering, the NTS' management of the footpaths and deer, any
natural history along the way.
Thursday 29 August Cairn Gorm - Coire Cas
Join a Ranger for a walk around the upper part of Coire Cas, getting
closer to the snow wreath and listening for singing snow buntings.
2 ½ hours. Meet at the Ranger Base in Coire Cas. Bring hillgoing
equipment such as boots, windproof and, if conditions are wet or
cold, further protective clothing. Contact the Ranger Service on
01479 861 261 or email ranger@cairngorm.sol.co.uk
Friday 30 August "Top o'the Tail"
A walk to the pure waters of Loch Skene, the source of the Grey
Mare's Tail waterfall, taking time to enjoy the wildlife and views.
These walks run from 14.00-17.00. Adults £3, children £2
Please contact the National Trust for Scotland office at Threave
Garden, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502
575.
Meeting Place: Grey Mare's Tail carpark on the A708 Moffat to Selkirk
road, grid reference NT 156187
Bring boots, warm clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Saturday 31 August Cairn Gorm - Hillwalks with a Ranger
Join a Ranger for a hill walk to explore some of the lesser-known
parts of the Northern Corries of Cairn Gorm and surrounding area.
Full hill walking equipment required, as some of these walks will
be strenuous. Bring a high-energy lunch. Dogs on leads only. 10am
- 4pm
Please book your place on a walk by phoning 01479 861703 by 16.30
the previous day. Meet at the Ranger Base on Cairn Gorm at 10 am.
Scottish
Wildlife Trust "Conquer a Corbett" 24 August
Edinburgh Festival/National Libraries of Scotland
Scottish Wildlife
& Countryside Fair, 31 August - 1 September
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Scottish Biodiversity
Week, 31 August - 8 September
Sunday 1 September Cairn Gorm - Hillwalks with a Ranger
Join a Ranger for a hill walk to explore some of the lesser-known
parts of the Northern Corries of Cairn Gorm and surrounding area.
Full hill walking equipment required, as some of these walks will
be strenuous. Bring a high-energy lunch. Dogs on leads only. 10am
- 4pm
Please book your place on a walk by phoning 01479 861703 by 16.30
the previous day. Meet at the Ranger Base on Cairn Gorm at 10 am.
Monday 2 September Cairn Gorm In-Depth Mountain Day - Mountain
Paths
Take part in an in-depth review of an important topic for the mountains.
Meet at 10.30 at the Ranger Base to hear visiting speakers describe
the current situation around the Highlands, join or listen to a
discussion and enjoy a shorter walk in the Northern Corries (the
walks require suitable equipment).
Tuesday 3 September Cairn Gorm In-Depth Mountain Day - Mountain
Ranger Services
Take part in an in-depth review of an important topic for the mountains.
Meet at 10.30 at the Ranger Base to hear visiting speakers describe
the current situation around the Highlands, join or listen to a
discussion and enjoy a shorter walk in the Northern Corries (the
walks require suitable equipment).
Wednesday 4 September "Archaeology of Mountains: An uphill
Task"
Illustrated talk, Killin. Ranger's Office, Lynedoch, Main Street,
Killin, FK21 8UW. Tel. Killin (01567) 820397 (Visitor Centre) or
Tel/Fax Killin (01567) 820988 (office) (Mon-Fri 9-3)
Wednesday 4 September Cairn Gorm - Hillwalks with a Ranger
Join a Ranger for a hill walk to explore some of the lesser-known
parts of the Northern Corries of Cairn Gorm and surrounding area.
Full hill walking equipment required, as some of these walks will
be strenuous. Bring a high-energy lunch. Dogs on leads only. 10am
- 4pm
Please book your place on a walk by phoning 01479 861703 by 16.30
the previous day. Meet at the Ranger Base on Cairn Gorm at 10 am.
Thursday 5 September Cairn Gorm - Hillwalks with a Ranger
Join a Ranger for a hill walk to explore some of the lesser-known
parts of the Northern Corries of Cairn Gorm and surrounding area.
Full hill walking equipment required, as some of these walks will
be strenuous. Bring a high-energy lunch. Dogs on leads only. 10am
- 4pm
Please book your place on a walk by phoning 01479 861703 by 16.30
the previous day. Meet at the Ranger Base on Cairn Gorm at 10 am.
Saturday 7 September
Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve "Flora, Fauna and Fossils"
Join the Ranger on a 3 mile (3km) wildlife ramble in the Moffat
Water Valley, including a visit to a renowned fossil site. These
walks run from 14.00-16.30. Adults £2, children £1
Please contact the National Trust for Scotland office at Threave
Garden, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502
575.
Meeting Place: Grey Mare's Tail carpark on the A708 Moffat to Selkirk
road, grid reference NT 156187
Bring boots, warm clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Wednesday 11 September "Exploration
In The Karakorum And The Hindu Kush Mountains Of Pakistan"
by Mike Searle, 7pm, Glasgow University.
Saturday 14 September
Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve "Flora, Fauna and Fossils"
Join the Ranger on a 3 mile (3km) wildlife ramble in the Moffat
Water Valley, including a visit to a renowned fossil site. These
walks run from 14.00-16.30. Adults £2, children £1
Please contact the National Trust for Scotland office at Threave
Garden, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502
575.
Meeting Place: Grey Mare's Tail carpark on the A708 Moffat to Selkirk
road, grid reference NT 156187
Bring boots, warm clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Tuesday 17
September "Why Mountains Matter"
Illustrated talk by Martin Price, AK Bell Library, Perth 7.30 (reception
6.45)
Saturday 21 September Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve "Flora,
Fauna and Fossils"
Join the Ranger on a 3 mile (3km) wildlife ramble in the Moffat
Water Valley, including a visit to a renowned fossil site. These
walks run from 14.00-16.30. Adults £2, children £1
Please contact the National Trust for Scotland office at Threave
Garden, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502
575.
Meeting Place: Grey Mare's Tail carpark on the A708 Moffat to Selkirk
road, grid reference NT 156187
Bring boots, warm clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Thursday 26 September "Top o'the Tail"
A walk to the pure waters of Loch Skene, the source of the Grey
Mare's Tail waterfall, taking time to enjoy the wildlife and views.
These walks run from 14.00-17.00. Adults £3, children £2
Please contact the National Trust for Scotland office at Threave
Garden, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1RX, tel. 01556 502
575.
Meeting Place: Grey Mare's Tail carpark on the A708 Moffat to Selkirk
road, grid reference NT 156187
Bring boots, warm clothing, wind and waterproofs, food
Ben Nevis Hill Race 7 Sept
UIAA Mountain
Protection Days, 14-15 September
The
Cobbler Conservation Challenge, 14-15 September
Glasgow Science Festival
Borders walking festival
Royal Scottish Geographical Society autumn/winter lecture season
starts
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Highland
Archaeology Week
Escape
for a Fiver - reduced rates in Scottish Youth Hostels 4 & 5
October
Saturday 12th October: "Red Deer in Rut". 10am
- 4.30pm
Ranger guided walk. A strenuous mid-level walk, largely away from
paths over rugged terrain. Participants must be fit and must wear
mountain boots and warm clothing. Waterproofs and food are also
essential.
Free, but donations to NTS welcome. Contact ranger service for details.
Contact details:
Alasdair Eckersall, National Trust for Scotland, Ben Lomond ranger
service,
Ardess Lodge, Rowardennan, by Balmaha, Drymen. G63 0AR
Tel/ fax: 01360 870224 email: aeckersall@nts.org.uk or benlomond@nts.org.uk
Thursday 17 October "From Greenland to the Isle of Skye:
the conservation of wild land" by Keith Miller, John Muir
Trust, at Tiso's Glasgow Outdoor Experience, Couper Street, Townhead,
Glasgow, 7pm
On
Top Of The World - Scottish mountaineers at home and abroad
Scottish National Portrait Gallery 25 October 2002- 19 January 2003
Torridon
Mountain Heritage Weekend 26 - 27 October Contact: 01445760234/322
Email; cromasaig@msn.com
Ramblers' Association local groups event
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Tuesday 31 October "Discovering People" - Stephen
Venables interviewed by Nicholas Witchell, Royal Geographical
Society with IBG, 1 Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AR
Tickets £5 from Events Office tel 020 7591 3100
events@rgs.org
www.rgs.org/whatsnew
Profits go to the Society's New Initiatives programme.
Tourism & the Natural Environment Conference (session
on mountain tourism), Eastbourne 23-25 Oct
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Nature & People: Conservation &
Management in the Mountains of Northern Europe,
Pitlochry Festival Theatre, 7-9 November
Scotways (Scottish Rights of Way and Access Society) AGM 10 Nov
Tuesday 12 November "A Celebration of Scotland"
by Hamish Brown, at Tiso's Glasgow Outdoor Experience, Couper Street,
Townhead, Glasgow, 7pm
Wednesday 13 November "Vanoise - The Mountain Garden of
France" by Bob Aitken, Royal Scottish Geographical Society,
Royal Musuem of Scotland Lecture Theatre 2.15pm
"Roots
to the Summits" conference on Cairngorms Mountain Woodlands,
Battleby, Perthshire, 16 November
Wednesday
20 November "Sustainable Futures for the British Uplands"
conference, London - a one day conference to present current
thinking and stimulate debate and "joined-up" action towards
clear visions for the future of the people and environments of the
British uplands. Click here for further information or contact Helen
Saunders, RGS-IBG tel 020 7591 3007 email h.saunders@RGS.org
Dundee Mountain
Film Festival
Dundee, 22-24 Nov Contact: 01382 370 315 e-mail mail@dundeemountainfilm.org.uk
The Kurt
Diemberger IYM Lecture Tour
Dundee, 24 November
Glasgow, 25 November
Aviemore, 26 November
Ullapool Mountain Festival, Ullapool,
29 November - 1 December
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Mountain Literature Festival, Bretton Hall, Leeds 9 Nov.
Kendal Mountain Film Festival, 14-17 to include live wide and broadcasts
and first int. IMAX mountain film competition
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December
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Ullapool Mountain Festival, Ullapool,
29 November - 1 December
2-3 December "Summit to Sea: The Values
of Scotland's Mountains and Water in the 21st Century"
- conference on Scotland's mountains and water, Perth College, with
followup workshop 21 January, Battleby, Perthshire NOW
MOVED TO BATTLEBY, 21-22 JANUARY 2003
Monday 16 December "Clean Energy, Clean Mountains?",
Andy Macpherson, Royal Scottish Geographical Society lecture series,
Glasgow University
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