Tales of walking, running and mood dependent, maybe other random stuff!
Knowing it was quite a long day, we set off around 8:30 am. One of the fun things about this final day is that pretty much everyone is doing the same route so folks are like ants on the trail when it opens up. As always, the initial climb out of Kinlochleven was pretty brutal. … Continue reading 2026 West Highland Way Day 7: Kinlochleven to Fort William
We have been so fortunate with the weather thus far and today was no exception. Our walk started from Kinlochleven; anyone who’s been there will appreciate that you’re not leaving in any direction without a significant ascent. It was steep from the moment we left the car park. On reflection it was definitely worth the … Continue reading Binnein Mòr & Na Gruagaichean
Our plans for the day were upskittled by a very iffy weather forecast. After much debate, we’d pretty much settled on a lower level day of little or nothing (walk up the Devil’s Staircase followed by a mosey about Fort William) when a last look at the Met Office heralded a change. We made a … Continue reading Càrn Mòr Dearg
In awe of his achievement (I just go along for the walk and fresh air occasionally), I formulated a list of questions for Bruce and last night got him to humour me and share his journey. When and how did your Munro journey begin? August 2009. Clare and I used to do a lot of … Continue reading Bruce’s Journey to Compleation
Clare, happiest outdoors! 