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30th August - 7th September 2014 East and West Dunbartonshire, the Campsies and the Kilpatricks walking l cycling l canoeing l wildlife spotting l running Welcome to the fourth ‘Great Outdoors Festival’, with events across East and West Dunbartonshire. This is your chance to get out and about in some of Central Scotland’s best settings: the Campsie Fells; the Kilpatrick Hills and the Clyde foreshore and all the bits in between. Walking, paddling or riding, as part of a group is fun and a great way to explore the countryside. Experienced leaders guide all of the Festival’s events so there is no need to worry about getting lost. Our leaders are knowledgeable in local history and wildlife and will be glad to highlight the many points of interest along the routes. Whether you want to search for bats, forage for fungi, watch a lm, climb to the top of the hills, go for a cycle or enjoy a wander along level paths, the festival oers something for all abilities. We look forward to seeing you. For more information visit any of the websites: www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/outdoorsfestival How to Book Most of our events must be booked in advance as there are a limited number of spaces available on each. Please call the number or send an email to the address next to the event to book your place. Some of the events require the payment of a booking fee. Walk Grades Suitable for most abilities please phone to discuss. Grade 3 - Shorter events on mainly level, surfaced paths. Grade 2 - Longer events, mainly on paths, with hilly sections. Grade 1 - Good level of tness required, longer events usually over some hilly and rough terrain. May involve steep ascents and descents. Health and Safety On Our Events Be Prepared - Suitable clothing should be worn and footwear with good grip and ankle support. You may also want to bring a drink and a snack depending on the length of the activity. Even in bad weather the leader will be at the start of the event, although they may decide to cancel. Dogs - Dogs are not allowed on any of our events. Safety - Those participating in each event do so at their own risk and are responsible for their own personal safety. It is expected that participants observe the Highway Code and Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Families are welcome, unless otherwise stated, and parents must be responsible for their children at all times. Parking - Is not always available. If required, drivers should park legally and walk to the meeting point. Please Note: All participants agree to allow any photos taken to be used in future publicity. For public transport information www.travelinescotland.com 3 Saturday 30th August Cost 1 Run’Park’ Balloch Under 9.30 am 11’s to be accompanied Free Join in the weekly run at Balloch Park. There is no by an adult registration, no fee and no ocial recording of times. The route will take in some iconic views of Loch Lomond as well as the Walled Garden and of course Balloch Castle. Just turn up for a Run in the Park. Full route available on website. Distance: 5km Contact for Information: Maurice Donohue http://runnpark.leaguerepublic.com No need to book. To check run is going ahead phone 07534365271. Meeting Point: Balloch Park main gate, Drymen Road, G83 8JZ Travel Arrangements: Free parking available opposite main entrance to park. Balloch bus station and train stations close by. 2 Path Repair Day at Mugdock Country Park 10am – 12pm Help the ranger service to maintain Mugdock’s well used paths, no Free experience necessary all tools and equipment provided. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger min Service age 10 Contact for Information: No need to book, East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or [email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre, G62 8EL Additional Information: All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear wellies or strong boots, old clothes and gardening gloves. 4 Saturday 30th August 3 The Lang Craigs Wildlife Wander Free 10am – 3.30pm Join the Woodland Trust sta and volunteers and enjoy the spectacular views from the Kilpatrick Hills of the Clyde and surrounding areas. Learn about the wonderful wildlife that lives here. Please bring a packed lunch. Leader/Organisation: Woodland Trust Scotland Grade: 1-2 Distance: up to 6km Contact for Booking: Jillian Donnachie on 08452 935769 or [email protected] Meeting Point: Overtoun Estate Car Park, G82 2SH 5 Saturday 30th Augus t 4 Come’n’Try Survival 10am – 12.30pm A guided interactive walk and fascinating exploration. Your chance £9.50 to have hands-on experience of items associated with bush craft, nature and adventure. Enjoy storytelling, bushcraft and food for free, min learn by sampling and about the principals of survival. age 6 Leader/Organisation: Wild by Nature, www.wildbynature.eu Distance: 6km Contact for Information: [email protected] or 0141 777 6211 Meeting Point: www.wildbynature.eu Adventure base, Unit 21a Broadcroft, Kirkintilloch G66 1HP Additional Information: Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian. 5 Get Creative - family scavenging! 11am – 12.15pm Come along for a fun family nature walk where we will explore the Free colours, shapes and textures of the great outdoors. Scavenge some natural materials then use them to create something beautiful to take home and display with pride. Come in old clothes - it could get messy! Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Leader/Organisation: Lindsay Neil – artist, Andy Lynch - W.A.L.K. Development Ocer, East Dunbartonshire Leisure & Culture Trust Contact for Inform ation: EDLC Bookings 0141 777 3143 (Mon-Fri 10am-12noon & 2pm-4pm) or [email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park visitor centre G62 8EL 6 Saturday 30th August 6 Fire and Shelter Workshop 1pm – 3.30pm £9.50 Learn about and get training in the principles of survival. Find out how to locate a suitable area and work as a team to construct a min survival shelter then, forage for natural materials with re lighting age 6 properties and learn how to make re from spark or friction. Leader/Organisation: Wild by Nature, www.wildbynature.eu Distance: 6km Contact for Booking: [email protected] or 0141 777 6211 Meeting Point: www.wildbynature.eu Adventure base Unit 21a Broadcroft, Kirkintilloch, G66 1HP Additional Information: Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 7 Mugdock Castle Open! 2pm – 5pm Under Adults £1.50, 5’s Children £1 It’s your chance to climb to the top of the castle tower free and take in thegreat view from the top! Enjoy a tour, nd out more about the Clan Graham and visit the Last dungeon if you dare. entry 4.40pm Contact for Information: Mugdock Country Park oce, [email protected] or 0141 956 6100. Meeting Point: Mugdock Castle, a 1km walk from Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre 7 Sunday 31st August Age 8 Trail Cycling for beginners 8+ 9.30am – 11.30am A fun and exciting bike ride, learn new skills and ways to ride £8.50 whilst sticking to the wider paths. Includes rest stops and per teaching points for training person Bring your own bike and helmet or hire a bike and helmet for £5. Leader/Organisation: www.cycleform.co.uk, www.westcoastadventure.co.uk Contact for Booking: Cycleform on 07900241753 Meeting Point: Visitor Centre, Mugdock Country Park, G62 8EL 9 Mugdock Migrant Meander Free 10am – 12pm Enjoy a Ranger led walk round Mugdock Country Park and learn about the epic migrations our summer bird visitors make and take some time out to watch the swallows skimming around the elds. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 3 Distance: 4km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service, 0141 956 6586 or [email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre, G62 8EL 8 Sunday 31st August 10 Across and Atop the Kilpatrick Hills Free 10am – 5pm From Queens View head up and through The Whangie then across to Age Duncolm (401m) the highest point in the Kilpatrick Hills. This challenging 18+ walk will reward you with great views as you head down the towards the Clyde to nish the walk. Return to start by minibus. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 1 Distance:13km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or [email protected] Meeting Point: Queens View car park, o A809 (Stockiemuir Road), approx 1 mile north of Carbeth Inn. Travel Arrangements: First Scotland East Bus C8 from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow or Milngavie Railway Station. 11 Discovering RSPB Loch Lomond 2pm – 4pm £5 for adults, RSPB Loch Lomond is one of the best places for wildlife in £2.50 for children Scotland. With amazing views over Loch Lomond and the (25% discount hills, ancient oak woodlands and wildlife-rich wetlands, it is for RSPB the ideal location to get close to nature. Join RSPB sta on a members) guided walk to nd out all about the site, its wildlife and how 4 years old the RSPB is looking after it. (under 18s Leader/Organisation: Rita Gries, RSPB need to be Distance: 2 miles accompanied Contact for Booking: RSPB Shop for Nature 01389 752 538 by an adult) Meeting Point: Gartocharn (we will give you more details when you book) 9 9 Sunday 31st August 12 Daunder up the Dumpling Free 11am – 1pm Enjoy a wander up Duncryne Hill, by Gartocharn.