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Cuairtean Is Cùisean Am Maoir-Dùthcha Ranger Guided Walks & Events Cuairtean is Cùisean am Maoir-dùthcha Produced by The Highland Council, 2010 Planning and Development Service. Introduction Ro-ràidh This programme provides basic information to highlight many events such as guided walks, archaeology trails, storytelling, wildlife talks and family events for all interests and levels of fitness. It aims to help raise awareness and encourage appreciation of the scenery, wildlife and heritage of the Highlands. For all walks and events it is important that you come prepared for the vagaries of our Scottish climate. Please pay special attention to the key as this gives good advice on the suitability of all events and walks. It is advisable to contact the Countryside Rangers or person organising the event PRIOR to attending as this programme may change due to adverse weather or other unforseen circumstances. If you require further information please contact the relevant person organising the event(s) you are interested in. See contact page for details. The Scottish Access Code Còd Slighean Dùthchail na h-Alba Please remember Know the Code before you go. ‘Enjoy, Respect and Protect’. For more details: Tel: SNH (01738 458545) or www.outdooraccess-scotland.com Contacts Airson fiosrachadh Arisaig John Orr Angus MacIntyre (Inverness East and Nairn Ranger) (Sound of Arisaig Ranger) 01463 702932 01687 462983 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Ross and Cromarty Badenoch and Strathspey Lindsey Duncan Saranne Bish (Wester Ross Ranger) (Badenoch and Strathspey North Ranger) 01854 613904 01479 873914 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Martin Hind Duncan MacDonald (Easter Ross Ranger) (Badenoch and Strathspey South Ranger) 01349 868563 01540 673907 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Skye and Lochalsh Caithness John Phillips Marina Swanson (Skye, Lochalsh, Ross and Cromarty Senior (Caithness East Ranger) Ranger) 01955 607758 01471 820526 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Dieter Tuerlinckx Sandy MacPhee (Caithness East Ranger) (Skye and Lochalsh Ranger) 01955 607758 01471 820527 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Glen Nevis Sutherland Michelle Melville Andy Summers (Glen Nevis Ranger) (Assynt Ranger and Sutherland Senior 01397 705922 Ranger) E: [email protected] 01571 844654 Lindsay Buchanan E: [email protected] (Glen Nevis Ranger) Paul Castle 01397 705922 (North Sutherland Ranger) E: [email protected] 01641 521884 Great Glen Way Rangers E: [email protected] (Great Glen Way Rangers) Donald Mitchell 01320 366633 (North West Sutherland Ranger) E: [email protected] 01971 511756 Inverness and Nairn E: [email protected] Katy Martin Ian Paterson (Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey (Mid and East Sutherland Ranger) Senior Ranger) 01549 402638 01463 702933 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] West Lochaber Corinne Hambly Eilidh-Ann Madden (Inverness West Ranger) (West Lochaber Ranger) 01463 710786 01967 402232 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Other Ranger walks and events may be available throughout the year. Please contact the relevant Ranger or alternatively keep an eye on the Ranger event pages on the Highland Council Website http://www.highland.gov.uk/leisureandtourism/what-to-see/rangers/countryside-rangerevents.htm 1 Event Prices for 2010 – 2011 Up to 3 hours / Over 3 hours Adults.............................................................................£3/£5 Children (4-17 years old) and Senior Citizen ..................£2/£3 Under 4s...........................................................................Free Family Ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) ................£8/£12 (1 adult and up to 3 children) ....................£5/£9 Unwaged (Proof needed) ..................................................Free We are introducing a Season Ticket for this year. This allows you to attend as many Ranger events as you wish. The costs are: Adults................................................................................£25 Children ............................................................................£15 Please arrange with the Ranger at your first event. Key Iuchair Grade A walk (walking on established path) Grade B walk (walking over paths and rough ground at low level-reasonable level of fitness required) Grade C walk (walking over rough/boggy ground and some hills-reasonable level of fitness required) Grade D walk (walking through and over mountainous terrain-good level of fitness required) Suitable for wheelchair access (access may be limited in places, please check when booking) 2 BA (Hons) History and Politics Apply now to start in September 2010! University-level study in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland Available for Part-time & full-time study Study from a number of locations throughout the Highlands and Islands For further information about this course, please visit our website: www.history.uhi.ac.uk Programme Leader BA (Hons) History and Politics Dr David Worthington Te l : ( 0 1 8 4 7 ) 8 8 9 6 2 6 Thinking of university? Think UHI. SHIELDAIG LODGE HOTEL Caley Cruisers 1970 -2010 BOATING HOLIDAYS INSCOTLAND Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal “the fastest way to slow down...” Situated just outside Gairloch on the road to Badachro the Shieldaig Lodge is a beautiful and traditional Country House Hotel in its own private Bay with wonderful views, rooms & food. 26000 acres of stalking and fishing, 9 major lochs. There also are 2 self catering cottages in the grounds. Available nearby are, golf course, horse riding, nature trips etc. Gairloch, Ross-shire IV21 2AW Caley Cruisers, Canal Road, Inverness IV3 8NF Tel: 01445 741250. Fax: 01445 741305 T: 0 1 4 6 3 2 3 6 3 2 8 E-mail : [email protected] www.caleycruisers.com www.Shieldaiglodge.com March Am Màrt Monday 29th 2-4:30pm Wester Ross. Around the World in 80 minutes! Take a walk to visit trees from around the world. A fun trail for all the family! Ullapool Area. Booking only. Call 01854 613904. Meeting place given out on booking. Adults £3 Children £2. Wednesday 31st 1.30pm. West Lochaber. Wild on Wednesday. Fun & Games for 7-11yrs old at Sgoil na Coille, Salen with the Highland Council and Forestry Commission Rangers. Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 402232 NM 692 649. Children £3. Wednesday 31st 2pm-4pm. Wester Ross. Rockpool Rummage. Today has one of the lowest tides of the year. Catch a glimpse of the fascinating creatures that live in this normally hidden world. Wellies essential. Aultbea area. Booking only. Please call 01854 613904. Meeting place given out on booking. Adults £3 children £2. April An Giblean Monday 5th 11am -1pm Skye and Lochalsh Easter Eggstravaganza! HELP! There’s an egg thief on the loose! Poor jenny Wren’s nest is empty. Solve the clues to find her eggs and return them safely to her nest. Meet at 11am at ‘The Lump’, Portree. 1km. NG 483 434. Adults £3 Children £2. Tuesday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th 7-9pm Great Glen Way Navigation For Numpties, Drumnadrochit. 4 evening workshops aimed at giving people the confidence to start hill walking. Booking essential. 01320 366633 Package £20/10 for all sessions including Saturdays 8th and 15th May. NH 505 292. Adults £3 Children £2 Per Session. This series of events are not covered by the general season ticket. Tuesday 6th 11.30am Arisaig Duke’s Walk Borrodale. Walk the shore of the “Loch nan Uamh ”. Visit Prince Charlie’s Cave and reach back to the Iron Age as you relish the view from the “Vitrified Fort”. Meet at Borrodale Farm. NM 695 850. Adult £3 Children £2. Wednesday 7th 1-3pm Glen Nevis Easter Adventure – Family Fun in Glen Nevis. Join the Rangers for a fun activity in the woods, meet at Glen Nevis Visitor Centre. Tel 01397 705922 for more information and to book a place. NN 123 729. Adults £3 Child £2. Wednesday 7th 1.30pm West Lochaber Wild on Wednesday. Fun & Games for 7-11yrs old at Sgoil na Coille, Salen with the Highland Council and Forestry Commission Rangers. Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 402232. NM 692 649. Child £3. Wednesday 7th 1.30-3pm Inverness West Kite Making at Kiltarlity play park. Make fabulous kites out of odds and ends and weather permitting, fly them. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Wheelchair and pushchair accessible. 15 minutes from Inverness. Please book a place on 01463 710786. Location given out on booking. Adults £5 Children £3. Thursday 8th 10am-1pm & 2-5pm Inverness East The Culloden History Tour, Culloden House & Woods. Have a wander on foot to discover Culloden’s History and meet characters from the past. Price includes tea and biscuits at the sumptuous Culloden House. Booking essential Tel. 01463 702932. Location given out on booking. Adults £8 Children £4. Wednesday 14th 11am-4pm Skye and Lochalsh The Skye Trail: A long walk through Skye in eight one-day chunks. 1.Cliff and Crag: Duntulm to Kilmaluag via Rubha Hunish. 7km. Meet at Shulista car park. Booking essential. Phone 01471 820 526. NG 422 742. Adults £5 Child £3. 5 Thursday 15th 11.30am-1pm West Lochaber Strontian Community Woodland. This Woodland is home to over 60 different tree species and a Community Composting Site. Find out why these trees are important and learn about the composting process along the way! Meet at Strontian Tourist Information Centre. Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232. NM 815 616. Adults £3 Child £2. Saturday 17th 12-4pm Wester Ross National Amphibian Survey. David O’Brien our local amphibian enthusiast will be showing us how to survey for amphibians. Gairloch Area. Booking only. Please call Lindsey Duncan on 01854 613904. Meeting place given out on booking. FREE. Tuesday 20th 11.30am Arisaig “Caves & Clearances” Walk. Visit the “Soap Cave”, enjoy the hidden coves of dazzling sand, and drift into the minds of the people of the infamous “Clearances”.
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