Category Archives: Recomended books and Guides

Beinn Eighe – early start to make the best of the weather. First Munro’s for a while ( over a year). A visit to the Lancaster crash in Corrie Mhic Fhearchair.

Posted on June 16, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

“Any chance of a day out on the hill” I get these questions now and again. I have a friend who joined the RAF Leuchars Mountain Rescue Team in the 80’s as a very young lad when I was Team … Continue reading →

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The Fox of Glencoe the adventures of Hamish MacInnes a book by the Scottish Mountain Press.

Posted on June 10, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

It’s great to see that this long awaited book is coming out. I have my copy is ordered ! From Scottish Mountaineering Press “The Fox of Glencoe chronicles the adventures of the legendary Hamish MacInnes and his achievements in the … Continue reading →

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The 9th Celtman (The Scottish Extreme Triathlon) is this weekend I hope all involved have fun!

Posted on June 10, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

Since the start of the Celtman I was involved in the safety cover with Torridon MRT and helped with others and added a few points over the years. It was amazing when it started and that was an eye opening … Continue reading →

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Any plans for the Longest day on the hills? Tranters Round !

Posted on June 10, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

With the long summer nights and long daylight this is the time of year for the keen runners and walkers. There will be a few out on these the “Longest days” getting these marathon days in. Scotland abounds in great … Continue reading →

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Great days in the Cairngorms / Talisman Clean Sweep and Savage Slit. Plus a sandwich !

Posted on June 8, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

It’s a clear as yesterday! We were at the disco in Aviemore with the team it was a great night as they were (early 80’s ) Al Macleod wanted a big day on the rock and I was trying to … Continue reading →

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Sorry for no blogs !

Posted on June 5, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

First my apologises for no blogs as I had a really upset gastric problem for nearly a week. I have no clue how I got it but am feeling a lot better now. I tried to “flush” it out but … Continue reading →

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Climbing on Etive – Padding at its best. Spartan Slab, Hammer and Swastika.

Posted on May 25, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

Etive Slabs Memories. I loved the drive down Glen Etive to the end of the road surrounded by Mountains to the loch. The walk in is easy and enjoyable to the foot of these incredible slabs through the ferns. In … Continue reading →

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Has anyone got a copy of the Old RAF training Handbook? Located thanks to all.

Posted on May 23, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

Could folk look in there libraries and see if anyone has a copy of the Old RAF Mountain Rescue Handbook? Could they please get in touch ? I have sorted it in 30 min thanks Duncan Tripp. Thanks all!

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Some good comments on Boots, hill running trainers and Approach shoes the hill. Comments as always welcome.

Posted on May 22, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

Thanks for all your comments on boots on the hill. The main point was to remind folks that they need to check there soles to ensure the tread is still good. There were many comments that a lot of folk … Continue reading →

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What was the first time you saw climbers on a big cliff. Cir Mhor Arran.

Posted on May 19, 2021 by heavywhalley.MBE

My friend in Arran Kirsty Smith @KirstieSArran put up a great black and white photo of Cir Mhor in Arran it is so thought provoking . It brought back great memories I was only about 10 and had a day … Continue reading →

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