Category Archives: Views Mountaineering

Some Great comments about the power of the Wind from yesterdays Blog. "Mountain Mishaps" we can all learn from them.

Posted on January 16, 2020 by

Thank you for the many comments on my piece on the power of the wind in the Mountains. Nowadays forecasts are very accurate and we have far more information on the weather and what to expect. Many of us still … Continue reading →

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Today I say farewell to a great pal – Ian Ramsay local Policeman, Mountain Rescuer and friend of many. Loved by his family a freinds and the local Community.

Posted on January 13, 2020 by

I am up at 0500 as I have a sad journey to Killin to say farewell to an old pal Ian Ramsay, Ian was one of many Policemen I knew all over the Highlands its his funeral today in Killin … Continue reading →

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Know when to turn back on the hills especially in the wind and in winter !

Posted on January 12, 2020 by

During your journey keep 4 important factors in mind. I often get asked about the hills in winter and this winter at present has been mixed. It is so important not to judge your winter hill days by the Summer … Continue reading →

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A thoughtful short walk in the Cairngorms.

Posted on January 10, 2020 by

Yesterday I managed a short wander into the Corrie of the snows in the Cairngorms. Sorry but I needed a day on my own after losing my pal Ian from Crainlarich. Normally at this time of year the ski resort … Continue reading →

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More sad news Ian Ramsay the big hearted Policeman from Crainlarich has passed away.

Posted on January 7, 2020 by

Sadly a great friend of Mountain Rescue Ian Ramsay passed away last week. The funeral details are below . Many in RAF MRT will have known Ian Ramsay he was the local Policeman at Crianlarich and a great local Policeman … Continue reading →

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Always Think Safety are you prepared for that simple slip that can make your day a bit more than you thought?

Posted on January 7, 2020 by

As the winter is mild and the winds are up its worth looking at a simple winter walk one day only 3 kilometres from the road that ended up a very interesting day. Most of us when we go out … Continue reading →

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1983 Canada Ice – the dream ice climbing venue. Koflachs boots, wooden ice axes, and basic ice screws.

Posted on January 5, 2020 by

As we wait for winter to come back my mind goes back to some great winter days and a special trip to Canada. I have so many wonderful memories of Canada and the Rockies from my early trip in 1983 … Continue reading →

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