Dùthchas Days - Fyrish Hike

When: Saturday 10 January, 10am - 2.30pm

Where: Meet at the Fyrish Monument Jubilee Path car park at 10am.

Route: Cnoc Fyrish (453m), 9km distance, 356m elevation gain.

Cost: £20 per person

Join us for a meander up to the Fyrish Monument, a bonny wee hill overlooking the Comarty Firth. This day is all about connections - with yourself, nature and like-minded others. Whether you've never walked up a hill before, or if you're looking to feel more socially connected this winter, everyone is welcome on this hike.

Your guide for the day, Emily, will meet you at the car park at 10am, where we'll do some introductions and go over the plan for the day. We'll take the walk at a real gentle pace, with plenty of time for snack stops, chat, and to appreciate the beautiful woodland and hillside scenery around us.

Along the way, Emily will teach you some basic navigation skills (completely optional if it's not your cup of tea), about the nature around us and there will be some guided mindfulness exercises throughout the day to help you feel grounded.We'll aim to be back at the car park for 2.30pm at the latest.

Getting There

Fyrish isn't an easy one for public transport, so if you need a lift from Alness train station, please email Emily to arrange transport.

What do I need to Bring?

Come dressed for a day in the Scottish outdoors - comfy trousers (not jeans), and a warm jacket. The hike doesn't require walking boots, but feel free to wear them if you have them. Otherwise, a sturdy pair of trainers will do for this one.
You will need:

• Backpack
• Waterproof jacket + trousers
• Extra warm layer
• Extra socks
• Hat + gloves
• Water (approx. 1 litre)
• Mug (for tea/coffee)
• Lunch
• Poles, if you like using them

What will be provided:

• Tea/coffee
• Cake
• Map, if you'd like one
• Emily will have a group shelter and first aid kit

Any kit that you don't have? No worries, please get in touch with Emily at emily.bowie@hotmail.co.uk and she will do her best to source what you need.

This list, as well as the information about the hike, will be emailed to you once you've signed up.