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<< Prev page 1 2 3 4 5 6 .. 409 Next page >>Post details Post (Contract pics) Colin Murphy
2023-09-19 15:16:03
Picture: Passes with flying colours (Contract pics) At the end of the rainbow...We all know the devastating effects of climate change, but in extremely rare cases, it can result in something that might be viewed as positive. One such case is to be found in Peru, and the amazing phenomenon of Rainbow Mountain (5,200m), 1000km SE of Lima in the Andes. Up until as recently as 2013, it was permanently covered in snow and ice, but due to rising temperatures, the mountain’s beauty has been revealed. The colours are a result of 14 different mineral compositions, among them quartz, sandstone, iron, magnesium & sulphur. Nowadays snowfall is restricted to the winter months (June-August) and even then, the mountain is only partially covered.
It is possible to climb the mountain, but only in the company of a group and a local guide. The actual ascent takes about 3-4 hours.
Photo credit: MichaellbrawnColin Murphy
2023-09-19 11:37:10
Picture: The view over the Zurichsee from the top (Contract pics) A hillwalking opportunity next to ZurichAnyone visiting Zurich who might fancy adding a short hillwalk to the their stay, might consider bagging a very mirror ‘Alp’ called Uetliberg, which provides great views over the city, the Zurichsee Lake and the surrounding mountains. It’s a popular day trip for visitors as you can catch a train in central Zurich to Uetliberg Station, which leaves you just a 1km hike up through a forested hillside to the summit (451m). There is a bar/restaurant there to slake your thirst and multiple viewing points. You will also have the option of doing one of the multiple longer treks through the nearby forested hills.Djouce
2023-09-09 11:59:47
Sunglasses Hungry HillI know this is a very long shot but I lost a pair of prescription sunglasses in a grey case on Hungry Hill in August 2023. If anyone finds them please let me know. Thanks. NiallDjouce
2023-09-09 11:57:47
Hungry HillI would be interested to know the origin of the (English Language) name 'Hungry Hill' in the Caha mountains. Is it connected to the famine?simon3
2023-08-14 08:54:50
Re Errors in Met Eireann places.Thanks mh400nt. The fact that two errors have shown up suggests there are more. I have also mentioned the error with Met Éireann - we will see if they respond. Sadly they have been reported to be unresponsive in the past, but we will see. I will gladly give them a list of all the summits we have including heights, positions and names in English and Irish. They probably will want to winnow the choice of summits down, and I can give them data to help make their choice on that.
In the meanwhile: check if where they say the forecast is for, is really for there. And report errors to here.
So far the positions of the below have been questioned:
Benagh in the Dingle Group,
Caherconree in the Slieve Mishes
We will add others if they turn up.mh400nt
2023-08-13 07:52:57
August 2023 newsletter - met eireannrelated to the first comment in the August newsletter.
Caherconree in the Dingle Peninsula is also incorrect.
When selected from the Mountain Drop down for Munster it actually redirects and gives the info for Coomacarrea, which is on the Iveragh Peninsula.
I've tried contacting them but to no avail.
Not sure if this is the right place for this comment so please delete if needed..
Edroscorrocket
2023-08-06 19:00:15
Dogs on the HillsWhy can some walkers not adhere to restrictions with regard to taking dogs onto open mountain farms? Not for the first time sadly, coming off Cuilcagh towards Glan Gap last week, I met a large group with no fewer than three dogs, one of which I observed chasing sheep off a steep ledge. This type of wanton irresponsibility leads to routes being closed to responsible walkers and needs
to be called out. After events in Wicklow a few months ago is it any wonder an increasing number of access routes are being closed?Jim Holmes
2023-07-10 20:35:39
Picture: The Happiness of The Long Distance Hillwalker (Contract pics) The Happiness of The Long Distance HillwalkerBeing able to confirm, both visually and with competent navigation... it's always a comfort to know when you're on the "right track"!
A waymarked post heralds the way towards "The Gap" on this year's Commeragh Challenge 2023.Jim Holmes
2023-06-22 16:01:58
Picture: The Loneliness of The Long Distance Hillwalker (Contract pics) The Loneliness of The Long Distance HillwalkeOn this year's Lug Walk 2023 as hosted by The Irish Ramblers.Colin Murphy
2023-06-01 11:06:39
Picture: A screengrab from the Met Eireann site (Contract pics) Met Eireann launches 10-day mountain forecastThe Met Eireann app now features a forecast specifically for hillwalkers and climbers, where you can access the forecast for a good selection of individual mountains in the different provinces. Apparently one of the main drivers behind this was Evelyn Cusack, who previously was the main speaker at our annual awards event. Perhaps we put the notion in her head! Anyway, coincidentally, Evelyn retires today after 42 years at Met Eireann. Wishing her a long and happy retirement and a thank you for the mountain forecasts! You can access the mountain forecast page here:
https://www.met.ie/forecasts/mountains-forecast
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300 page hardback photo memoir of Irish, UK, European and USA walks. Over 50 treks, 1400 colour photographs & maps. Brief geological/topographical introduction to each walk.
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