It is emphasised that ‘A’ grade walks are strenuous and should only be attempted by those with high standards of fitness and stamina and who are also properly equipped and clothed for the conditions.

Leaders will quite properly turn away those who do not meet these standards as they could create difficulties or danger for other members of the group

Saturday

4th

February

A

C +

The Brack (probably from ‘breac’ meaning speckled)

From start point on forest track then climb steeply to a broad ridge. After traversing the ridge, there is a final short but steep climb to the top. Descent is by grassy slopes to a forest track by Loch Long.

Terrain: some forest tracks but mainly on rough grassy terrain. Very steep in places.

Distance: 12 km (but will be shortened to 8 km if weather is bad), duration 6 hrs, total ascent 740 m to max ht. 787 m.      Start point: Ardgartan car park (W. Of Arrochar on A83),

OS Map 56, grid ref: 269037.           0900 HRS DEPARTURE FROM HELENSBURGH PIER

Alternatively

Ardgarten to Guanan

Cat Creag loop extended to Guanan follows a sheltered and firm 4x4 track undulating through mature pine forest offering stunning glimpses of Glen Croe and then Loch Long.

Terrain: almost exclusively forestry roads; one very short section of mountain path. Leader:

Distance: 16 km, total ascent 374m to max: 188m.

Start point: as above - and with same departure time

Sunday

12th

February

C +

Glen Ogle Trail

Outward along the route of disused Caledonian Railway track and returning along the route of the old military road.

Terrain: paths and tracks with short connections on public highway to and from car park.

Distance 9 km, duration 3-3 ½ hrs, ascent 250m to max. 300m

Start point: car park on A85 Lochearnhead to Crieff Road near The Watersports Centre.

OS Map 51, grid ref: 592239.

Saturday

18th

February

C +

Glen Loin Circular

Route mainly on well made and forest tracks passing Stronafyne and roughly following line of pylons. Turning left at junction to Corregrogain up to water works / reservoir catchment.

Terrain: gradual incline at start then variable undulations.

Distance: approx.17 km, duration 5½ hrs, ascent to max.300m

Start point: car park at head of Loch Long opp. petrol station.

OS Map 56 / Explorer 364, grid ref: 299048.

Saturday

25th

February

B

Uamh Bheag (Little Cave), GlenArtney (Perthshire)

A lowland hill with some good views to both north and south. Mainly trackless moorland with a little roadwork.

Terrain: few paths, a lot of tussocky grass, one steep climb, a burn to cross and all in open country.

Distance 11 km. Duration 4½ hrs, ascent 500m to max. 664m.

Start point: Glen Artney Church car park. OS Map 57, grid ref 712161.

0900 HRS DEPARTURE FROM HELENSBURGH PIER

1½ hr drive to start via Stirling by-pass, A9 north to A822 signed Crief, Braco. Then B827 signed Comrie; c8 miles small sign on left to Glen Artney.

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