C~N~Do Scotland News

New Paramo Spring/Summer 2010 Range

2010-05-24T12:59:00.015+01:00

The New Spring/Summer 2010 Range from Paramo has just arrived and is now available in our online store. It includes a mouthwatering selection of new garments and some new colours to some old favourites.

Paramo Vista Jacket - £199

The Paramo Vista Jacket is made with lightweight Analogy fabric in a simple, contoured design. Intended specifically for high activity use, this close-fitting jacket focuses on minimising weight, with no compromise on function. If not worn, the Paramo Vista Jacket can easily be stuffed into a day pack. Constructed from Nikwax Analogy Light, the Vista Jacket guarantees performance and weather protection.

More about the Paramo Vista Jacket

Paramo Lightweight Torres Gilet - £80

The new lightweight Torres Gilet is a wear anywhere, do anything garment. It can be used for overlayering over an Paramo waterproof garment or worn directly over a base layer. Either way it will deliver fast insulation when needed for the body's core torso area without encumbrance on the arms.

More about the Paramo Lightweight Torres Gilet

Paramo Cambia Boxers 2 Pack - £33

More about the Paramo Cambia Boxers 2 Pack

Winter Skills Courses 2010

2009-09-22T16:33:00.017+01:00

New Winter Skills Course dates for 2010

We are pleased to announce the return of our ever popular Winter Skills Day and Winter Skills Weekend courses to our new 2010 programme. We are also pleased to announce the price for these courses has been frozen at 2009 pricing too!

Winter Skills Day Course - £55

This is the absolute minimum course for winter mountain walking and is a basic introduction to, or revision of, the essential skills needed for walking in the hills in winter.

Topics covered include:

Movement on snow slopes
Uses of an ice axe
Self arrests
Step cutting
Uses of crampons

Dates for next year are 20 January, 30 January, 4 February, 27 February, 3 March, 20 March.

For more information and to book please see our Winter Skills Day.

Winter Skills Weekend Course - £225

Learning the skills to move around securely in the winter hills in Scotland is an essential part in the development of personal outdoor skills. As with many aspirations, if you don't try it you'll never know what you're missing...

Highly recommended for aspiring winter mountain walkers, this is a detailed practical course in winter techniques.

Topics covered include:

Movement on snow slopes
Uses of an ice axe
Self arrests
Step cutting
Uses of crampons

Dates for next year are 15-17 January, 5-7 February, 12-14 March.

For more information and to book please see our Winter Skills Weekend.

New Paramo garments - Autumn/Winter 2009

2009-09-14T15:03:00.009+01:00

New Paramo garments - Autumn/Winter 2009

There are some great new additions to the already extensive range of Paramo garments. New to the range this Autumn are:

Ladies Paramo Fuera Crest Windproof Jacket - The NEW Paramo Fuera Crest is designed specifically for women, with a contoured fit and well thought-out features making it an ideal multi-activity jacket.

Ladies Paramo Halcon Jacket - Working with outdoor professionals such as Joe Cornish and John Aitchison, a new deluxe version of the much acclaimed Pájaro Jacket is now ready to hit the hills and wildlife hides.

Mens Paramo Halcon Jacket - Working with outdoor professionals such as Joe Cornish and John Aitchison, a new deluxe version of the much acclaimed Pájaro Jacket is now ready to hit the hills and wildlife hides.

Paramo Torres Sleeves - The new Paramo Torres Sleeves are a radical idea, providing really fast warmth for minimal weight. Warming the arms alone is really speedy and hassle free with real benefits for whole body warmth and for maintaining dexterity in the fingers.

Paramo Torres Trousers - Lightweight insulated trousers for both comfort and survival. The Torres Trousers are designed to maintain good insulation and water repellency in extreme or prolonged cold and/or wet.

Paramo Quito Jacket - This lightweight, close-fitting multi-activity jacket has been designed for high energy activities and warmer temperatures.

Paramo Velez Adventure Trousers - The NEW Men's Velez Adventure Trousers benefit from a contoured shape, reducing fabric bulk and flap, plus long thigh vents for superior ventilation.

Trossachs on 2 Wheels - Sponsored Cycle Ride

2009-08-19T12:08:00.012+01:00

Boat, Bike and Barbecue - Sunday 20 September

We are pleased to be associated again this year with the Trossachs on Two Wheels sponsored cycle ride for The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign on Sunday September 20th.

The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign is the only UK charity focusing on muscle disease and with over 30,000 people in the UK with muscle disease and the Campaign has pioneered the search for a cure and treatment for over 47 years.

The Trossachs are accurately described as The Highlands in Miniature and provide plenty of thrills and hills for the serious cyclist and a scenic bike ride for all the family with time to relax at a barbecue at the end of the day.

Choose from one of the following three routes:

Route 1

Start with a trip on the steamer from Loch Katrine Pier to Stronachlachar. Then cycle 23 miles of ups and downs round Loch Katrine, followed by a specially designed route avoiding traffic to Loch Venachar. Registration starts 9:30 - 10:00 am. Registration fees Adult £20 Child £12 Family £64

Route 2

A return trip on the steamer, then on your bike for a 10 mile ride to Loch Venachar on a family friendly route. Registration starts 9:30 - 10:00 am. Registration fees Adult £20 Child £12 Family £64

Route 3

A 10 mile family friendly scenic route from Loch Katrine Pier to Callander. Registration starts at 12:00.Registration fees Adult £10 Child £5 Family £30

More information on Trossachs on 2 wheels

For more information contact visit the Trossachs on 2 wheels web site or contact Glenn Oakes, Volunteer Fundraising Manager for Scotland: 02890 751 497 scotland@muscular-dystrophy.org

Autumn / Winter 2009 Páramo Range

2009-08-19T11:27:00.008+01:00

Autumn / Winter 2009 Páramo Range

In a few weeks time we will be taking delivery of some new Páramo outdoor clothing items.

Quito Jacket – a unisex multi-activity jacket in the new lightweight waterproof fabric. If you find your current Páramo jacket a bit too warm or heavy for summer, why not take a look at this one?

Fuera Crest – a ladies specific addition to the ever popular range of Fuera windproof jackets.

Halcon Jacket – a top of the range bird watching and country pursuit jacket with an incredible 9 pockets!

Velez Adventure Trousers – waterproof trousers in the new lightweight waterproof fabric. A lighter weight version of that perennial favourite the Cascada trousers.

We have a separate mailing list for our Páramo customers advising them of special offers, sale events and new garments. Let us know if you wish to be added to it.

Don't forget, if you have been on a holiday or course with us, we will give you a 10% discount on Páramo purchases. Discounts are also available for members of the SYHA, Mountaineering Council of Scotland and Ramblers Association.

If you are looking to pick up a bargain check out our virtual sale rails on our Paramo Clothing web site for some special offers.

Scotland's Rural Past Project

2009-07-20T12:24:00.007+01:00

BTO Scotland Free Bird Survey Taster Days

The Scotland's Rural Past Second Annual Conference will take place on Saturday 14 November 2009 at the Ben Nevis Hotel, Fort William. The conference programme, booking form and further details will be sent out in early August and will also be made available on the Scotland's Rural Past website. We look forward to seeing you there!

BTO Scotland Free Bird Survey Taster Days

2009-07-20T12:21:00.003+01:00

BTO Scotland Free Bird Survey Taster Days

The Building Bird Monitoring in Scotland Project is funded by SNH, The Gillman Trusts,BTO and SOC. It aims to encourage as many people into bird recording as possible. The project emphasises the importance of volunteering and runs free training courses for participants interested in taking up bird surveying.

Saturday 26 September 2009 Great Glen House, Inverness - Introduction to Bird Atlas and other bird surveys
Saturday 24 October 2009 Chatelherault Country Park, Lanarkshire - Bird identification and an introduction to winter surveys
Sunday 8 November 2009 Gartmorn Dam Country Park, Clackmannanshire - Bird identification and an introduction to the Wetland Bird Survey
Saturday 21 November 2009 Battleby Centre, Battleby, Perthshire - Bird identification and winter surveys for beginners
Wednesday 3 March 2010 Loch of Skene, Dunecht Estate, Aberdeenshire - Wetland bird recording for landowners and land managers

These Bird Survey Taster days will be running in the autumn and winter of 2009/2010. Contact robin.anderson@bto.org to reserve a place. Alternatively, call 01786 466560. The courses have proved to be very popular so book early to avoid disappointment.

John Muir Trust biodiversity project

2009-07-20T11:04:00.006+01:00

John Muir Trust biodiversity project

Visiting John Muir Trust properties this summer? Then why not help us with wildlife monitoring?

Biodiversity is simply the variety of life, from the tiniest ant to the tallest tree. Biodiversity helps keep the planet (including us) healthy.

Being able to monitor trends in biodiversity is extremely important to knowing what is there and what needs help. Wildlife spotting is fun and it can be adventurous too! Can you be eyes and ears for the Trust? We would be very interested in your wildlife sightings and observations when you visit John Muir Trust properties. Use the simple recording forms available from the John Muir Trust Biodiversity Project web page to tell us your sightings, or send an email to the Liz Auty, John Muir Trust Biodiversity Officer - elizabeth@jmt.org.

Daywalks Programme now available

2009-07-08T11:46:00.010+01:00

About Nordic Walking Mini Treks

Our day walk programme for the latter half of 2009 has been compiled. If you are on our mailing list for a paper copy this will be landing on your doorstep within the next week or so.

Highlights of the programme include a series of linked walks along the Cowal Way and the chance to do the classic Dundonnell to Poolewe Wilderness Trek.

New - Nordic Walking Mini Treks

2009-07-07T16:57:00.016+01:00

About Nordic Walking Mini Treks

Now that there is a number of you out there who have picked up the basics on our introductory Nordic Walking courses, here are some opportunities to extend yourself a wee bit on a journey with varying terrain and changing scenery. It's a chance to revise as well and top up your technique. These sessions will last about 5 hours but this includes a lunch break.

Scheduled Nordic Walking Mini Treks

August 23 - Drymen Circuit - £25
September 6 - Bochastle / Loch Lubnaig - £25 - £25
October 11 - Aberfoyle Circuit
October 31 - Logie Kirk / Dumyat Area - £25

More information

For more information on our Nordic Walking Mini Treks you can download our Nordic Walking leaflet (146kb PDF) or vist the new Nordic Walking section on the C~N~Do Scotland web site.

2010 dates for Cape Wrath Trail now available

2009-06-29T11:15:00.014+01:00

2010 dates for Cape Wrath Trail now available

We are pleased to announce we are now taking bookings for our popular Cape Wrath Trail walking holiday departing May 20th 2010.

About the A Cape Wrath Trail walking holiday

May 20th 2010 - June 4th 2010

Our Cape Wrath Trail is rapidly becoming a much sought after prize by many walkers. It is probably the most adventurous and wildest trek within the UK. Yet it is very achievable for regular walkers when walked over 14 one-day stages. It is a route of incomparable contrasts, of wild passes and lonely glens, of some rough walking but awe-inspiring wild mountains and stunning coastlines. The isolation and remoteness is incomparable.

Although our Cape Wrath Trail is not a waymarked trail (and doesn't even follow a path for much of the way) it is becoming recognised as the ultimate UK achievement for long distance walkers. Our experienced and qualified guide takes care of the tricky navigation which may be encountered on the open pathless hill and moorland sections, enabling you to fully enjoy the walking experience to its fullest.

More information and booking

For more information or to make a booking visit our Cape Wrath Trail walking holiday page or for an itinerary please contact us on +44 0 1786 445 703.

CNDo Scotland Carbon Conservation scheme

2009-06-29T09:46:00.008+01:00

CNDo Scotland Carbon Conservation Scheme - Sharing the Paramo Philosophy

Our Carbon Conservation Scheme has been featured in the Paramo Clothing Hill, Hike & More catalog. Here's what they had to say about it:

A pioneering carbon conservation scheme developed by National Trust for Scotland(NTS) and Paramo Premier Retailer, C~N~Do Scotland, celebrates its first year on the island of Arran.

The peat in Scotland's soils is one of the most significant peat bog carbon stores in the world. If it dries out, carbon is released into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming. To conserve both soil and carbon, NTS and C~N~Do Scotland eastablished it's Carbon Conservation Scheme in January 2007 with a web-based appeal for donations.

Work commenced in August 2007 at NTS Goatfell property, with volunteers damming drains on the damaged upland peat bog in Coire a'Bhradhain.

Kate Sampson, NTS Senior Ranger on Arran, commented:

"The NTS volunteers made real progress with controlling water, stopping the peat drying out, recreating boggy conditions, and promoting species like sphagnum mosses, sundews and bog cotton grass. The scheme with C~N~Do has been integral, rainsing awareness as well as funds, and encouraging individuals and businesses to act onn their carbon footprint."

Contribute to the project, as an individual or a business, and reduce the carbon impact of your energy costs. To donate or to join a conservation group visit the C~N~Do Scotland Carbon Conservation web site.

CNDo Scotland featured in Stirling Eye magazine

2009-06-29T08:51:00.013+01:00

CNDo Scotland featured in Stirling Eye magazine

CNDo Scotland and our unique approach to sustainable tourism have been featured in this months Stirling Eye magazine, Stirling Councils quarterly round up of business news and key facts and figures on Stirling's economy.

Going Green case study: C-N-Do Scotland

C-N-Do Scotland is a Stirling based walking company that has embraced sustainable tourism practices, pioneering best practice.

In 2005 C-N-Do Scotland became the first outdoor business to become a member of the Green Tourism Business Scheme, and was awarded Gold status. Director, Margaret Porter, explained why they chose to join this Government initiative:

"C-N-Do's philosophy from the year we started, 1984, has always been to be sustainable, work with local businesses and communities wherever we are, enjoy the Scottish landscapes and encourage others to discover, learn about and appreciate them. We wanted to minimise our impact on the environment and try to put something back. So we thought we would measure ourselves against this initiative."

"What did we learn? It was found that although we were doing lots of things really well, there were still areas in which we could improve and save money. This included saving £400 per annum on energy costs by restructuring our Stirling base."

New Nordic Walking dates

2009-06-22T09:18:00.012+01:00

New Nordic Walking dates added

We are pleased to announce that we have added a new date in July for our Nordic Walking Courses.

Our Nordic Walking Courses are the first of a range of Nordic Walking activities based in the central Scotland area. These beginner sessions are half day (3-4 hours) long and cover the basic principles of Nordic Walking. Intermediate and advanced Nordic Walking days are planned for later in the year.

Nordic Walking Course in Stirling - July 26th - £25

For more information download our Nordic Walking Leaflet (140kb), visit our Nordic Walking Course page or contact us on 01786 445 703.

CNDo Scotland July day walks

2009-06-16T10:55:00.010+01:00

July day walks now available

Our programme of July day walks are now available. We have a wide range of individually graded day walks for all abilites on offer, including:

July 2 - Falls of Acharn to Aberfeldy

Deeply incised and beautifully sculpted by water, lie these spectacular falls – a great start to an excellent mid level promenade finishing through the Birks to the village.

OS52, grade 2, 10mls £30

July 4 On and around Loss Hill

Half day walk looking for signs of previous inhabitants while discussing how to Leave No Trace. Some LNT freebies available for participants.

Harvey Maps Ochils, grade 2, 5mls FREE

July 5 Beinn Sgulaird

Creran mountain of large proportions and many rocky outcrops. Great views.

OS50, grade 4, 8mls. £32

July 9 Farragon Hill

Fine hill with an oil field named after it. Must be special.

OS52, grade 3, 8mls. £32

July 18 Fault finding at Balmaha

Half day walk on and around Conic Hill looking for signs of the Highland Boundary Fault plus discussing how to Leave No Trace. Some LNT freebies available for participants.

OS57, grade 2, ~5mls. FREE

July 21 Creag Maegaidh

Pure dead brilliant big mountain up Laggan direction.

OS42, grade 4, 12mls £32

July 25 Three Glens Circuit

Glens Ogle, Kendrum and Gleann Dubh link together perfectly to give a wild but accessible walk.

OS57, grade 2, 12mls £30

July 29 Ben Nevis

Your chance to look down on the UK from its highest point; good stamina required for a long day (early start).

Harvey Maps Ben Nevis, grade 4, 9mls £45

Snow Holing Courses in Scotland

2009-02-03T09:49:00.021Z

New for 2009 - Snow Holing Course

We are pleased to announce that we are adding 2 exciting new courses to our wide selection of outdoor skills courses.

Snow Holing Course

Snow holing course - £32.00 - February 22nd

Walk up high in the Lawers range to somewhere suitable to practice digging various types on snow hole in preparation for doing the real thing next weekend.

Pre-requisites for this expedition are to have done a winter skills course before.

Should weather conditions be such as to prevent access to the high mountains, a lower level alternative will be found.

Snow Holing Expedition

Snow holing expedition - £240.00 - February 27th - March 1st

This course designed is to give participants a chance to experience the challenge and adventure of spending a night out in a snow hole. If weather permits a mountain journey will be undertaken somewhere in the high Cairngorms, Glen Feshie or Monadhliath areas.

Pre-requisites for this expedition are:

to have done a winter skills course before
to have done a snow hole building course before

To find out more about our Snow Holing Course or Snow Holing Expedition please get in touch.

January to June 2009 day walks programme

2008-12-02T16:20:00.015Z

January to June 2009 Day walks programme

Our January to June 2009 day walks programme is now available in the day walks section of our web site and also to download as a pdf document.

Included in our new programme is a 1 day snow holing course and a snow holing expedition to put you new skills into practice.

We have also included an old favourite back by popular demand with the opportunity to walk the Lairig Ghru.

Visit the daywalks section of our web site or download our daywalks leaflet.

Winter Skills Days 2009

2008-11-24T09:29:00.009Z

Winter Skills Days 2009 now booking

Our Winter Skills Day Courses for 2009 are now booking. This course is the absolute minimum course for winter mountain walking and is a basic introduction to, or revision of, the essential skills needed for walking in the hills in winter.

Topics covered include:

Movement on snow slopes
Uses of an ice axe
Self arrests
Step cutting
Uses of crampons

2009 Dates

The programmed dates for 2009 are:

February 11
February 21
March 4
March 21

To book call us on 01786 445 703 or seeWinter Skills Day page for more information.

2009 brochures now available

2008-11-17T09:08:00.008Z

2009 Walking Holidays and Courses brochures now available

We are pleased to announce that our 2009 brochures and now available to download from www.cndoscotland.com.

C~N~Do Scotland 2009 Brochures

2009 Walking Holidays brochure (1.1MB)
2009 Outdoor Courses Leaflet (179kb)

If you normally receive the paper version of the brochure, it is scheduled to be posted out later this month. If you would prefer to receive a paper version please contact us on 01786 445 703 with your name and address and we'll get one straight out in the post to you.

Early Bookers Bargain

As part of our ongoing 25th Anniversary Celebrations we are offering a 5% 'Early Bookers Discount' to anyone booking a Guided walking holiday 12 weeks in advance and paying in full at the time of booking - so get cracking!

Highland New Year

2008-11-17T09:06:00.009Z

Highland New Year Walking Holiday - 29/12/08 - 03/01/09

Repeating the very successful House Party ambience of last New Year, we are based again in the luxury private hostel near Callander (otherwise know as the Poshtel). Varying sized bunkrooms are comfortable, spacious, warm and ensuite. With all the catering taken care of to C~N~Do's renowned standard.

Our location within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park area, a fantastically varied landscape full of interest and challenge, is near perfect for a wide range of winter walking from easy loch sides, forests and gles, to rolling hills and high mountain tops.

There are choices of walks each day with a hill walk for the adventurous, a more leisurely stravaig for those who have had a bit too much plum duff, and perhaps a couple of other choices as well. What a better way to spend a Highland Hogmanay, good food, magical walks, great laughs and a grand wee ceilidh!

A festive Hogmanay ceilidh to see in the New Year complements the walking for those still awake! There is no reason why you shouldn’t come along, relax and thoroughly enjoy yourself! Don't miss it!

Your holiday includes:

Qualified Walking Group or Mountain Leader
Support Manager / Chef
4 days with a choice of guided walks
5 nights hostel accommodation
Full board
Transport from and back to Stirling
Transport daily as required

Only £479 per person and with the last remaining spaces filling fast - you'll have to be quick!

Find out more about the Highland New Year walking holiday.

C~N~Do at the Dundee Mountain Film Festival

2008-11-04T14:31:00.008Z

Dundee Mountain Film Festival November 28-29

C~N~Do Scotland is exhibiting at the Dundee Mountain Film Festival on Friday November 28th and Saturday November 29th.

We will have a Páramo stall with lots of special festival offers in the Bonar Hall. This is a great chance to pick up a bargain in time for Christmas or to speak to our knowledgeable staff about Paramo gear or our wide range of holidays and courses . Entry to the exhibition area is free but why not stay for a film?

Find out more about the Dundee Mountain Film Festival at www.dundeemountainfilm.org.uk.

Happy 25th Anniversary to Us!

2008-11-04T12:38:00.009Z

C~N~Do Scotland 25th Anniversary

Believe it or not C~N~Do Scotland is 25 years old, it feels just like yesterday we were celebrating our 20th Anniversary.

To celebrate we are offering Free Delivery on all UK orders placed through our online store.

This offer is available for a limited time only so visit the C~N~Do Scotland outdoor store today and you can pick up a bargain just in time for Christmas!

N.B: Terms &: Conditions apply.

Naturally Paramo range now available

2008-10-07T16:44:00.008+01:00

The new Naturally Paramo Range is now available in store.

Naturally Páramo is a natural choice for birdwatchers, wildlife enthusiasts, outdoor photographers, field workers, countyside researchers and a country lifestyle. Paramo combines unrivalled comfort and performance with eco-friendliness and ethical production.

Paramo offers a better alternative for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds – with no compromise necessary between outstanding performance and comfort and safeguarding the environment and making ethical choices.

Find out more about Paramo and the new Naturally Paramo range in the cndo scotland online store or why not pop in for a coffee and a chat and see the new range in person.

CNDo Scotland Ltd
Unit 33 Stirling Enterprise Park
Springbank Road, Stirling
FK7 7RP

Telephone: 01786 445 703

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Small Isles Explorer Last Minute Offer

2008-09-01T13:38:00.019+01:00

Small Isles Explorer - Internet Special Offer

Departing: September 6th 2008

Was £539pp now only £295pp

About The Small Isles Explorer

A small group of islands with tremendous diversity, from peaceful tranquillity, through surprisingly colourful, to dramatically rugged. Our visit to Eigg, Canna and Rum is full of interest and wildlife spying chances. Accommodation varying from a simple traditional highland cottage, a 19th century converted barn, to an Edwardian castle, just adds to the variety.

Your holiday includes

7 days with walking
7 nights hostel style accommodation
Continental breakfasts & packed lunches
4 ferry journeys
Qualified Leader

For more information and to make a booking visit our Small Isles Explorer page.

This offer is for bookings made through the C~N~Do Scotland website and is for a limited time only.

Páramo Trek and Travel Clothing Sale

2008-08-22T14:55:00.008+01:00

We are currently offering at least 25% off a selected range of Páramo Trek and Travel clothing. This offer is only available for a limited period and is strictly whilst stocks last. Check out our Paramo Trek and Travel Sale or visit us in store at 33 Stirling Enterprise Park, Stirling.

Trossachs on Two Wheels

2008-08-12T13:59:00.013+01:00

Boat, Bike and Barbecue - Sunday 21 September

We are pleased to be associated with the Trossachs on Two Wheels sponsored cycle ride for The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign on Sunday September 21st.

The Trossachs are accurately described as “The Highlands in Miniature” and provide plenty of thrills and hills for the serious cyclist and a scenic bike ride for all the family with time to relax at a barbecue at the end of the day. Choose your distance and degree of difficulty.

The day includes;

Steam boat trip across Loch Katrine
Bike 10 or 23 miles to Callendar by tracks and private roads
Recover with a barbecue and some good old banter
Bike hire is available

For more information please contact Margaret Tooth, Regional Fundraising Manager Scotland on 01324 810 958 or email scotland@muscular-dystrophy.org.

A Cape Wrath Trail 2009

2008-08-12T13:15:00.013+01:00

Thinking of the Cape Wrath Trail in 2009?

Let us take care of all the logistics for you on our guided and supported holiday. Included in the price of £1497 is:

14 guided walking days along the Cape Wrath Trail
1 night Guest House accommodation with breakfast
14 nights hostel accommodation with full board
Transport to/from accommodation where required
3 ferry journeys
Transport from and back to Stirling
Overnight bag transfers
Services of a Qualified Leader and dedicated Support Manager

2009 dates : 22nd May - 6th June
Maximum of 7 participants so book early.

August to December day walks

2008-08-12T13:14:00.015+01:00

We are please to announce that our August to December 2008 guided day walks programme is now available.

We've included some new walks like the River Ayr Way, a 44mile walk spread over 4 days from Glenbuck to Ayr.

We're also offering our new “Heritage Walks”, an easy-ish half day walk plus visit to local heritage site (N.B: Entry price NOT included).

Download the August-December day walks programme(142kb) or if you prefer you can request a copy to be sent by post.

DON'T FORGET! - if have have a walk you would really like to do, don't keep it to yourself, let us know! The next time the programme is compiled we may be able to add your request in.

Winter Skills Weekends 2009

2008-08-11T15:12:00.019+01:00

Dates for our 2009 winter skills weekends are now available.

These invaluable courses are highly recommended for aspiring winter mountain walkers and consist of practise in the safe movement on snow slopes, use of ice axe for support and arresting a slip, step kicking and cutting, fitting and walking in crampons in a variety of terrain. The courses are £225 per person and include;

Qualified Winter Mountain Leader
2 days practical instruction and 2 evening sessions
2 nights hostel accommodation
Food for 2 breakfasts, 2 packed lunches and 1 evening meal
Transport from and back to Stirling and daily as required
Free use of ice axe, crampons and helmet

Dates for 2009 are 16-18 January, 13-15 February and 13-15 March. For more information or to make a booking visit our winter skills weekends section or call us on 01786 445 703.

Welcome to CNDo Scotland news

2008-08-05T16:46:00.002+01:00

Welcome to the new CNDo Scotland News page. When we've got something of interest then you are sure to find it here.

Check back for future updates.