Schiehallion

As their Xmas present, we promised Dad and Lorraine a day in the hill with us. We planned for April, expecting summery conditions as it would only be Lorraine's second proper hill day. However, the awesome long lived winter meant that we chose Schiehallion.

Theres still quite a bit of snow up there. It was thawing throughout the day, and crampons weren't required. Quite appalling the number of people up there completely unprepared for the hill but I guess thats what happens when things are easily accessible.

It was a lovely day, perfect weather, and I think they both enjoyed themselves. Keith and I had a wee play sledging on a survival bag as well haha.

Janey, Dad, Keith on the way up

 

Looking over towards the summit

Keith and I looking over towards the Lawer's range

Keith with his Dad and Lorraine just before the summit

Lawer's area looking awesome for ski touring