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Welcome to the fourth ‘Great Outdoors Festival’, with events across East and West Dunbartonshire. This is your chance to get out and about in some of Central Scotland’s best settings: the Campsie Fells; the Kilpatrick Hills and the Clyde foreshore and all the bits in between. Walking, paddling or riding, as part of a group is fun and a great way to explore the countryside. Experienced leaders guide all of the Festival’s events so there is no need to worry about getting lost. Our leaders are knowledgeable in local history and wildlife and will be glad to highlight the many points of interest along the routes. Whether you want to search for bats, forage for fungi, watch a film, climb to the top of the hills, go for a cycle or enjoy a wander along level paths, the festival offers something for all abilities. We look forward to seeing you. For more information visit any of the websites: www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/outdoorsfestival
How to Book Most of our events must be booked in advance as there are a limited number of spaces available on each. Please call the number or send an email to the address next to the event to book your place. Some of the events require the payment of a booking fee.
Walk Grades Suitable for most abilities please phone to discuss. Grade 3 - Shorter events on mainly level, surfaced paths. Grade 2 - Longer events, mainly on paths, with hilly sections. Grade 1 - Good level of fitness required, longer events usually over some hilly and rough terrain. May involve steep ascents and descents.
Health and Safety On Our Events Be Prepared - Suitable clothing should be worn and footwear with good grip and ankle support. You may also want to bring a drink and a snack depending on the length of the activity. Even in bad weather the leader will be at the start of the event, although they may decide to cancel. Dogs - Dogs are not allowed on any of our events. Safety - Those participating in each event do so at their own risk and are responsible for their own personal safety. It is expected that participants observe the Highway Code and Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Families are welcome, unless otherwise stated, and parents must be responsible for their children at all times. Parking - Is not always available. If required, drivers should park legally and walk to the meeting point. Please Note: All participants agree to allow any photos taken to be used in future publicity. For public transport information www.travelinescotland.com
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Saturday 30th August 1
Run’Park’ Balloch 9.30 am
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Join in the weekly run at Balloch Park. There is no registration, no fee and no official recording of times. The route will take in some iconic views of Loch Lomond as well as the Walled Garden and of course Balloch Castle. Just turn up for a Run in the Park. Full route available on website. Distance: 5km Contact for Information: Maurice Donohue http://runnpark.leaguerepublic.com No need to book. To check run is going ahead phone 07534365271. Meeting Point: Balloch Park main gate, Drymen Road, G83 8JZ Travel Arrangements: Free parking available opposite main entrance to park. Balloch bus station and train stations close by.
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Path Repair Day at Mugdock Country Park 10am – 12pm
Help the ranger service to maintain Mugdock’s well used paths, no experience necessary all tools and equipment provided. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Contact for Information: No need to book, East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre, G62 8EL Additional Information: All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear wellies or strong boots, old clothes and gardening gloves.
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Free min age 10
Saturday 30th August 3
The Lang Craigs Wildlife Wander 10am – 3.30pm
Free
Join the Woodland Trust staff and volunteers and enjoy the spectacular views from the Kilpatrick Hills of the Clyde and surrounding areas. Learn about the wonderful wildlife that lives here. Please bring a packed lunch. Leader/Organisation: Woodland Trust Scotland Grade: 1-2 Distance: up to 6km Contact for Booking: Jillian Donnachie on 08452 935769 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Overtoun Estate Car Park, G82 2SH
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Saturday 30th August 4
Come’n’Try Survival 10am – 12.30pm
A guided interactive walk and fascinating exploration. Your chance to have hands-on experience of items associated with bush craft, nature and adventure. Enjoy storytelling, bushcraft and food for free, learn by sampling and about the principals of survival. Leader/Organisation: Wild by Nature, www.wildbynature.eu Distance: 6km Contact for Information:
[email protected] or 0141 777 6211 Meeting Point: www.wildbynature.eu Adventure base, Unit 21a Broadcroft, Kirkintilloch G66 1HP Additional Information: Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
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£9.50 min age 6
Get Creative - family scavenging! 11am – 12.15pm
Come along for a fun family nature walk where we will explore the colours, shapes and textures of the great outdoors. Scavenge some natural materials then use them to create something beautiful to take home and display with pride. Come in old clothes - it could get messy! Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.
Free
Leader/Organisation: Lindsay Neil – artist, Andy Lynch - W.A.L.K. Development Officer, East Dunbartonshire Leisure & Culture Trust Contact for Information: EDLC Bookings 0141 777 3143 (Mon-Fri 10am-12noon & 2pm-4pm) or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park visitor centre G62 8EL
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Saturday 30th August 6
Fire and Shelter Workshop
£9.50
1pm – 3.30pm
Learn about and get training in the principles of survival. Find out how to locate a suitable area and work as a team to construct a survival shelter then, forage for natural materials with fire lighting properties and learn how to make fire from spark or friction.
min age 6
Leader/Organisation: Wild by Nature, www.wildbynature.eu Distance: 6km Contact for Booking:
[email protected] or 0141 777 6211 Meeting Point: www.wildbynature.eu Adventure base Unit 21a Broadcroft, Kirkintilloch, G66 1HP Additional Information: Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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Mugdock Castle Open! 2pm – 5pm
It’s your chance to climb to the top of the castle tower and take in thegreat view from the top! Enjoy a tour, find out more about the Clan Graham and visit the dungeon if you dare. Contact for Information: Mugdock Country Park office,
[email protected] or 0141 956 6100.
Under 5’s free
1.50, Adults £ 1 £ Children
Last entry 4.40pm
Meeting Point: Mugdock Castle, a 1km walk from Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre
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Sunday 31st August 8
Age 8+
Trail Cycling for beginners 9.30am – 11.30am
A fun and exciting bike ride, learn new skills and ways to ride whilst sticking to the wider paths. Includes rest stops and teaching points for training Bring your own bike and helmet or hire a bike and helmet for £5.
£8.50 per person
Leader/Organisation: www.cycleform.co.uk, www.westcoastadventure.co.uk Contact for Booking: Cycleform on 07900241753 Meeting Point: Visitor Centre, Mugdock Country Park, G62 8EL
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Mugdock Migrant Meander 10am – 12pm
Free
Enjoy a Ranger led walk round Mugdock Country Park and learn about the epic migrations our summer bird visitors make and take some time out to watch the swallows skimming around the fields. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 3 Distance: 4km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service, 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre, G62 8EL
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Sunday 31st August 10
Across and Atop the Kilpatrick Hills
10am – 5pm
From Queens View head up and through The Whangie then across to Duncolm (401m) the highest point in the Kilpatrick Hills. This challenging walk will reward you with great views as you head down the towards the Clyde to finish the walk. Return to start by minibus.
Free Age 18+
Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 1 Distance:13km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Queens View car park, off A809 (Stockiemuir Road), approx 1 mile north of Carbeth Inn. Travel Arrangements: First Scotland East Bus C8 from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow or Milngavie Railway Station.
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Discovering RSPB Loch Lomond
ults, £5 for ad dren r chil RSPB Loch Lomond is one of the best places for wildlife in £2.50 fo count (25% dis Scotland. With amazing views over Loch Lomond and the B for RSP hills, ancient oak woodlands and wildlife-rich wetlands, it is s) r e b mem the ideal location to get close to nature. Join RSPB staff on a old guided walk to find out all about the site, its wildlife and how 4 years 8s the RSPB is looking after it. (under 1 e b need to Leader/Organisation: Rita Gries, RSPB n a ied accomp lt) Distance: 2 miles u by an ad
2pm – 4pm
Contact for Booking: RSPB Shop for Nature 01389 752 538 Meeting Point: Gartocharn (we will give you more details when you book)
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Sunday 31st August 12
Daunder up the Dumpling
Free
11am – 1pm
Enjoy a wander up Duncryne Hill, by Gartocharn. Take in beautiful ancient oak woodlands, farmland and heather clad hill top on this delightful little walk with spectacular views of Loch Lomond and the highland boundary fault. Leader/Organisation: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Council Ranger Service Grade: 2 Distance: 3km Contact for Booking: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Council Ranger Service 07909595283 or 01389 608413
[email protected] Meeting Point: Balloch Train Station or Kilmoronock Millennium Hall car park, Gartocharn, G83 8NF Travel Arrangements: Free minibus pick up from Balloch Train Station at 11am to Millennium Hall, Gartocharn or meet at Millennium Hall car park G83 8NF at 11.15am. Return by minibus to Balloch.
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Trail Cycling for improvers 12.30pm – 2.30pm
A fun and exciting bike ride, learn new skills and ways to ride whilst sticking to the wider paths. Includes rest stops and teaching points for training. Bring your own bike and helmet or hire a bike and helmet for £5. Age Leader/Organisation: Cycleform www.cycleform.co.uk, www.westcoastadventure.co.uk Contact for Booking: Cycleform on 07900241753 Meeting Point: Visitor Centre, Mugdock Country Park, G62 8EL
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S1+
£8.50 per person
Sunday 31st August 14
Mugdock Woodland Adventure 1.45pm – 4pm
8-12 years
£1
No parents required! Let’s discover the wild and ancient wood of Mugdock, follow animal tracks and trails, dam the burn and build shelters. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: Beginner Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: South Lodge car park, Mugdock Country Park, G62 8EJ
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Healing Herbs and Useful Plants, Old Kilpatrick 2pm – 4pm
Discover the healing power of plants on this gentle walk. Find out about the relevance of traditional healing plants today and discuss the medical use and folklore of the plants you find as you wander round The Saltings, Local Nature Reserve with herbalist Catriona Stewart PhD MSc MCPP.
Free
Leader/Organisation: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Council Ranger Service Grade: 3 Distance: 3km Contact for Booking: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Council Ranger Service 07909595283 or 01389 608413 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Saltings, Erskine Ferry Road, Old Kilpatrick, G60 5EU Travel Arrangements: Free car parking available. Train to Kilpatrick or bus along A814.
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Sunday 31st August 16
Live Music in the Mugdock Bandstand – Bearsden Fiddlers
Free
2pm – 4pm
An afternoon of fine, foot-tapping music, jigs, reels, marches and strathspeys. Leader/Organisation: Mugdock Country Park Contact for Information: Mugdock Country Park Office 0141 956 6100 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Victorian Walled Garden, near the visitor Centre, G62 8EL
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Mugdock Castle Open! 2pm – 5pm
It’s your chance to climb to the top of the castle tower and take in thegreat view from the top! Enjoy a tour, find out more about the Clan Graham and visit the dungeon if you dare. Contact for Information: Mugdock Country Park office,
[email protected] or 0141 956 6100. Meeting Point: Mugdock Castle, a 1km walk from Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre
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Under 5’s free
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Last entry 4.40pm
Monday 1st September 18
Path Repair Day at Mugdock Country Park 10am – 12pm
Help the ranger service to maintain Mugdock’s well used paths, no experience necessary, all tools and equipment provided. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service
Free min age 16
Contact for Information: No need to book, East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre, G62 8EL Additional Information: Please wear wellies or strong boots, old clothes and gardening gloves.
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Film Night: The Long Hope – starring Dave MacLeod
The story behind the hardest sea cliff climb in the world, 7.30pm – 8.30pm
£3 n donatio r fo hments s e r f re
The climb, The Long Hope Route on St. John's Head, Hoy is perhaps the ultimate British trad experience. It's long, it's committing, it's off the wall, it's historic and at the same time it's modern. The story, is of 3 ascents of the route starting with Ed Drummond and Oliver Hill's first ascent in 1970, followed by John Arran and Dave Turnbull's ascent in 1997 and culminating in the first full free ascent of the direct line by Dave MacLeod in 2011. The cliff, the route and the film are hugely inspiring, atmospheric, exciting and visually stunning. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Contact for Information: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre Cinema, G62 8EL.
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Monday 1st September 20
Fungi Foray @ Mugdock
6.30pm – 9pm
Join Scotland's only full time foraging tutor for a fascinating exploration of the remarkable world of wild mushrooms. Learn about the crucial roles they play in nature, how to correctly identify common species, medicinal/bushcraft uses and, of course, how to find, identify and responsibly harvest gourmet varieties. There will be a wild cook-in after the walk with a chance to sample some of our finds.
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Age 10+
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Leader/Organisation: Mark Williams, www.GallowayWildFoods.com Grade: 3 Distance: 2km Contact for Information: Mark Williams, 07900 692 478 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre - G62 8EL. Look for the baskets!
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Tuesday 2nd September 21
Kirkintilloch Collieries Walk 10am – 2pm
Find out about the geology of the Kirkintilloch area and the industry that arose from it and then all but disappeared again. Visit a nature reserve, wander countryside corridors and the canal and even go up a bing!
Free Age 12+
Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 2 Distance: 10km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Merkland Local Nature Reserve car park, Merkland Drive, Kirkintilloch, G66 3SF
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Introduction to Navigation
10am – 3pm
An introduction to navigation skills using maps and compass. This outdoor session will cover the basics of navigation whilst walking in the Kilpatrick Hills. Please bring a packed lunch.
£15 Age 16+
Leader/Organisation: Derek Shannan, Community Ranger for Renfrewshire, Kilpatrick Hills and Drumchapel. Contact for Booking: Forestry Commission Scotland 01555 660190 Meeting Point: Kilpatrick Train Station
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Tuesday 2nd September 23
Bat Count at Balloch Park
7.45pm – 9.15pm
Free
Learn lots of batty facts on this night time event and help to count the bats as they exit their roost for a night of feeding. Leader/Organisation: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Ranger Service Grade: 3 Distance: up to 1km Contact for Booking: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Council Ranger Service 07909595283 or 01389 608413
[email protected] Meeting Point: Balloch Castle Travel Arrangements: Free car parking available in Balloch Park. Follow brown tourist signs from Balloch. Train Station and Bus station around 15 minute walk
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Wednesday 3rd September 24
Whinny Hill Tree Identification Walk
10am – 1pm
Free Age
Join this guided walk of Whinny Hill and learn to tell your ash from your 12+ elder along with other broadleaves and conifers found here. This beginners guide to native tree identification includes a lovely meander through formal park landscape, mature woodlands, young woods and open glades. With advice and help on using ID books, swatches and mobile apps, we'll identify a variety of tree species and learn more about woodland habitats. Leader/Organisation: Alan Mitchell, Woodland Trust Grade: 2 Distance: 6km Contact for Booking: Jillian Donnachie 08452 935769 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Balloch Castle Travel Arrangements: Meet at Balloch Castle. Free car parking available in the park. Follow brown tourist signs from Balloch. Train Station and Bus station around 15 minute walk
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A Gentle Wander around Balloch Park
10.20am – 11.30 am
Free
Come and join in on the new regular Wednesday morning health walk in Balloch, meet new people and discover that walking can be fun in a group. Optional tea/coffee in a local café afterwards. Leader/Organisation: Cathy Scott, Walk in the Park Grade: 3 Distance: 2km Contact for Booking: Cathy Scott 01389727748 or 01877330055 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Balloch Tourist Information Travel Arrangements: Free parking at information centre; directly opposite train station or bus stop nearby.
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Wednesday 3rd September 26
Riverside Walk by Kirkintilloch 11.20am – 1.30pm
Free
Enjoy the fresh air and improve your health on this level walk on good paths along the River Kelvin and the Glazert Water. Return to walk start by minibus. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 3 Distance: 5.5km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Minibus transport available from Lennoxtown at 11am or meet at the walk start, Ailsa Drive, Kirkintilloch, G66 1QX at 11.20am.
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Visit the Auld Wives Lifts, near Milngavie 6pm – 8pm
£3
The Auld Wives Lifts sit in a natural amphitheatre above Milngavie, they consist of 3 huge stones, 2 of which support the third. They are steeped in folklore and are covered in carved graffiti from as far back as the 18th century, as well as carved heads or faces. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 2/3 Distance: 1.5km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Minibus pick up point - Mugdock Country Park visitor centre, G62 8EL
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Thursday 4th September 28
A Scoot Round Dumbarton
11am – 3pm
Join the ranger and staff and volunteers from Clyde Shopmobility to enjoy a guided walk on wheels around Levengrove Park and the Clyde shore. We will show you how to work the scooters and let you know all about the service as well as taking in some beautiful scenery. Leader/Organisation: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Ranger Service Grade: 3 Distance: 5km Contact for Booking: Kate Coleman, Clyde Shop Mobility 01389 758063 or 07804895536 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Levengrove Park, Clydeshore Road, Dumbarton.
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Pond Dipping for grown-ups
6.30pm – 7.30pm
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Pond dipping isn’t just for kids - it is a truly fascinating activity for people of all ages! No need to book, just come along, wear your wellies and find out more about the aquatic creatures you catch.
Age 16+
Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Contact for Information: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: South Lodge car park, Mugdock Country Park, G62 8EJ
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Thursday 4th September 30
Film Night: Don Whillans – Myth and Legend
7.30pm – 8.45pm
£3
In the 1950’s British climbing witnessed an explosion in standards unlike n donatio anything seen before, or since and it was entirely due to two working for class lads from Manchester - Joe Brown and Don Whillans. This film hments s e r f re features some of the many epics in Don Whillans climbing career - spanning the Alps to Patagonia, Annapurna to Everest. It also brings out some of Don’s tremendous humour and devastating wit. The film captures a time that is gone now. A time when political correctness hadn’t been invented, interwoven with a story about a climbing genius, the like of whom we’ll never see again. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park Osprey Room at the Visitor Centre, G62 8EL
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Volunteer day at RSPB Loch Lomond
10am – 4pm
Free
RSPB Loch Lomond is one of the best places for wildlife in Scotland. With amazing views over Loch Lomond and the hills, ancient oak 18 Min age woodlands and wildlife-rich wetlands, it is the ideal location to if or 12 get close to nature. This is your opportunity to join in some anied practical conservation work on site and help RSPB staff give accomp ult by an ad nature a home! Bring lunch and we will be able to eat out in this gorgeous setting. Leader/Organisation: Becky Austin, RSPB Distance: 4 miles Contact for Booking: 01389 830670,
[email protected] Meeting Point: Gartocharn (we will give you more details when you book)
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Friday 5th September 32
Age 12+
The John Muir Way – Balloch to Helensburgh 9.30am – 4.30pm
Celebrate the father of national parks by tramping a section of the John Muir Way from Balloch to Helensburgh over the Gouk Hill and Ben Bowie. Stunning views of Loch Lomond. This route has some muddy steep sections, but worth it!
Free
Leader/Organisation: Matt Dale, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Grade: 1 Distance: up to 15km Contact for Booking: Matt Dale 01389 722 133 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Balloch Tourist Information Travel Arrangements: Free Parking opposite Balloch Train Station. Half hourly train service and bus station 5 minute walk away. Return to Balloch by free minibus
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The Bird Bus
Age 12+
Join the ranger on a whistle stop minibus tour around West Dunbartonshire looking for a mixture of bird species and taking in a variety of habitats. Bring along your binoculars and scopes. No prior knowledge necessary as we will help you learn along the way.
Free
10am – 2pm
Leader/Organisation: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Ranger Service Grade: 2 Distance: 2km Contact for Booking: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Council Ranger Service 07909595283 or 01389 608413
[email protected] Meeting point: Dumbarton Central Train Station
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Friday 5th September 34
Go Batty in Milngavie
7.45pm – 9.15pm
Free
Come along and learn about the real stars of the night! Search for perky pipistrelles and delightful Daubenton’s on this bat-tastic ranger led evening visit to river, pond and woodland. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Milngavie Library & CE Centre Car Park, G62 8PN
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Saturday 6th September 35
Run’n’Park Balloch
9.30 am
Under e 11’s to b ied n a p accom lt Free u d a by an
Join in the weekly run at Balloch Park. There is no registration, no fee and no official recording of times. The route will take in some iconic views of Loch Lomond as well as the Walled Garden and of course Balloch Castle. Just turn up for a Run in the Park. Full route available on website. Distance: 5km Contact for Information: Maurice Donohue http://runnpark.leaguerepublic.com No need to book, to check run is going ahead phone 07534365271 Meeting Point: Balloch Park main gate, Drymen Road, G83 8JZ Travel Arrangements: Free parking available opposite main entrance to park. Balloch bus station and train stations close by.
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Strathblane Hills Circular 10am – 4pm
Age 18+
Free
A strenuous looped walk with great views. Head up and across the top of the Campsie Fells above Strathblane and head down and along the bottom of the hills through the beautiful Blane Valley. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 1 Distance: 13km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Outside Strathblane Primary School, Southview Road, Blanefield, G63 9JQ
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Saturday 6th September 37
Urban Canoe Safari
10am – 12.30pm and 1pm – 3.30pm
Age 6+
Enjoy an easy paddle along either the River Kelvin or the Forth and £9.50 per Clyde Canal. Learn the skills and techniques needed to paddle comfortably and find out about the history of canoes and the river person or canal that you are paddling on. Discover a surprising amount of wildlife in an urban setting, you’ll maybe even spot pike, roe deer, heron or the blue streak as a kingfisher flies by. Leader/Organisation: Wild by Nature, www.wildbynature.eu Level: Beginners Distance: 6km Contact for Booking:
[email protected] or 0141 777 6211 Meeting Point: www.wildbynature.eu Adventure base, Unit 21a Broadcroft, Kirkintilloch, G66 1HP Additional Information: Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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Saturday 6th September 38
Introduction to Hill Walking
£5
10.30am – 3pm
Come along on an introduction to hill walking for people with a good level of fitness. The walk will start at Auchnacraig and head into the Kilpatrick Hills, with wonderful views of Glasgow and the surrounding area. Bring a packed lunch.
Age 16+
Leader/Organisation: Derek Shannan, Community Ranger for Renfrewshire, Kilpatrick Hills and Drumchapel. Grade: 1-2 Contact for Booking: 01555 660190 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Auchnacraig car park, Cochno Road, Faifley, G81 5QN Travel Arrangements: Free car parking at car park.
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Scoot along Strathkelvin Railway Way, ok Strathblane £5 to bo
11am – 3pm
Join the Ranger and staff and volunteers from Clyde Shopmobility for a guided walk on wheels along the foot of the Campsie Fells. Book a Clyde Shopmobility scooter (free healthy picnic included), bring your own wheels or just come for a walk along this smooth level path. We will show you how to work the scooters and let you know all about the service as well as taking in the breathtaking scenery.
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Leader/Organisation: Clyde Shop Mobility and East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Grade: 3 Distance: approx 10km Contact for Booking: Kate Coleman Clyde Shop Mobility 01389 758063 or 07804895536 or
[email protected] Meeting point: Parish Church car park, Strathblane Road, Strathblane, G63 9AB
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Saturday 6th September 40
Tall Tales of Tall Trees, Balloch
Free
1pm – 4pm
Join tree expert Ian Sinclair and the ranger on a stroll around Balloch Park finding out about the exotic tree collections. Learn about their uses and pick up some helpful tips on how to identify them. Leader/Organisation: Ian Sinclair Grade: 3 Distance: 5km Contact for Booking: Gillian Neil, West Dunbartonshire Council Ranger Service 07909595283 or 01389 608413
[email protected] Meeting Point: Balloch Castle Travel Arrangements: Free car parking available in the park. Follow brown tourist signs from Balloch. Train Station and Bus station around 15 minute walk.
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Mugdock Castle Open! 2pm – 5pm
It’s your chance to climb to the top of the castle tower and take in thegreat view from the top! Enjoy a tour, find out more about the Clan Graham and visit the dungeon if you dare. Contact for Information: Mugdock Country Park office,
[email protected] or 0141 956 6100.
Under 5’s free
1.50, Adults £ 1 £ children
Last entry 4.40pm
Meeting Point: Mugdock Castle, a 1km walk from Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre
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Sunday 7th September 42
Dr. Bike Session, Mugdock
10am –12.30pm and 1pm – 4pm
Free
Free health and safety check for your bike, make sure your bike is fit for action! Includes general adjustments and advice. Leader/Organisation: Cycleform www.cycleform.co.uk, www.westcoastadventures.co.uk Contact for Booking: No need to book, just turn up Meeting Point: In the marquee, Visitor Centre, Mugdock Country Park, G62 8EL
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Fabulous Fossils of Lennoxtown (Adults)
10am – 12pm
Free
An event that has been 500 million years in the making! Who would have thought that Lennoxtown was once at the bottom of an ancient ocean?! Search for amazing ammonites and tremendous trilobites as well as many other delightful shell fossils on this Ranger led walk in the foothills of the Campsie Fells. Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 2 Distance: 3km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: At junction of Crow Road and Lennox Road, Lennoxtown, G66 7HW
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Age 16+
Sunday 7th September 44
Fabulous Fossils of Lennoxtown (Families)
1pm – 3.30pm
Free
An event that has been 500 million years in the making! Who would have thought that Lennoxtown was once at the bottom of an ancient ocean?! Search for amazing ammonites and tremendous trilobites as well as many other delightful shell fossils on this Ranger led walk in the foothills of the Campsie Fells.
Age 8+
Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 2 Distance: 3km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: At junction of Crow Road and Lennox Road, Lennoxtown, G66 7HW
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Walk the Blane Valley
1pm – 5pm
Free
Fromexplodingvolcanoestogreatestates,creepingglacierstostunningvistas. EnjoyexploringthebeautifullandscapeoftheBlaneValleyonthisrangerledwalk. Learnmoreaboutthehistory,wildlifeandgeologywithhelpfromGlasgow GeoconservationSociety.
Age 12+
Leader/Organisation: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service Grade: 2 Distance: 9km Contact for Booking: East Dunbartonshire & Mugdock Country Park Ranger Service 0141 956 6586 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre, G62 8EL
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Sunday 7th September 46
Free
A Walk through Time - Old Kilpatrick, Bowling and Milton
Age 7+
11am – 3pm
Local historian, Dave Carson brings the archaeological and industrial heritage of this fascinating area to life on this walk with great views and plenty of wildlife! Leader/Organisation: Dave Carson, Clydebank Local History Society Grade: 3 Distance: 5km Contact for Booking: Dave Carson 01389 383043 or
[email protected] Meeting Point: The Saltings, Erskine Ferry Road, Old Kilpatrick, G60 5EU Travel Arrangements: Free car parking. Train or bus to Old Kilpatrick. Clydebank Local History Society
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Mugdock Castle Capers!
2pm – 5pm
As part of Stirling Doors Open Day celebrations Mugdock Trust hosts an afternoon of guided castle tours, BBQ and lots of medieval fun and games in the grounds. Are you brave enough to enter the grisly past of the castle? Contact for Information: Mugdock Country Park office:
[email protected] or 0141 956 6100 Meeting Point: Mugdock Castle, a 1km walk from Mugdock Country Park visitor centre
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.50,
£1 Under Adults n£1 r d chil e 5’s free Last entry 4.40pm
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www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/outdoorsfestival
