Hike - Mystery Mountain

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You will be required to have full membership to the club to attend and purchase a ticket for this trip. Details for purchase of tickets through this page will be published in due course, so keep a look out on our Instagram page for updates.

 

We will be summiting at least 1 mountain on this hike, no clues this time... and no we are not actually going to Birmingham. 

 

Please see the advised kit list.

 

As per, you will be required to have a minimum of: hiking boots (that cover/protect the ankles) and waterproofs, and preferably clothing that is not made of cotton, and no jeans for safety reasons. A headtorch is also a necessity. If you are unsure please contact the club, as you will not be permitted on the trip without meeting the above requirements.

 

Transport

We will be travelling by van which will be arranged by the club.

 

Outward Journey: Meet outside the Student Union at 7am, we will be departing by 7:10am (please arrive promptly so we can leave promptly).

 

Return Journey: We anticipate arriving back in Glasgow for the evening.

 

 

The Route

We will be following this route: Not telling you.

 

Background info on the mountain(s): You'll find out.

 

Necessary Gear

This equipment is essential for a safe and fun day out in the Highlands!

• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Walking boots
• Headtorch
• Gloves
• Warm hat
• Walking trousers (we will not take you up the mountain if you wear denim!). These should be made of a synthetic material, softshell-pants are ideal
• Multiple warm layers - temperatures on the summit will be cold
• Backpack
• At least 2l of water, warm drinks in a thermos are always a good idea
• Packed Lunch
• Snacks

 

If you have any questions, email us (mountaineeringclub@gcustudents.co.uk) or send us a message on Facebook or Instagram.