Outdoor Experiences
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Outdoor Experiences
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Comrie provides an ideal place to explore the outdoors and get some breathing space. On offer are walking, nordic walking , orienteering and micro navigation opportunities. Map reading for women is also on offer. Special arrangements can be made for small groups (6-10 people) to try out a range of opportunities. Contact us for more information about outdoor experiences.
Guided WalkingComrie offers an ideal walking centre with opportunities for outings of all levels of difficulty, from pleasant riverside strolls to strenuous mountain expeditions. This year's walking Comrie is a picturesque village set in the heart
of the scenic West Strathearn area of Perthshire. Situated at the meeting
of the river valleys (Glens)
of the Lednock and Artney with the Scottish Highlands rising to the north
it is possible to walk from the village into stunning landscapes. In addition, Comrie enjoys a rich historical heritage, counting among its visitors over the centuries Romans, cattle drovers and nowadays tourists and day trippers. Lying on the Highland Boundary Fault, Comrie has been the scene of many minor earthquakes in the past, and has earned the nickname the Shaky Town. Within walking distance of the village centre, Earthquake House is one of the oldest permanent seismic observatories. So whether you want gentle walks that leave time to explore the local hertitage or full days on the mountain tops it is all possible within a short distance from Comrie. On offer are a number of walks from gentle low level walks to high level walks and everything in between*. You will be guided by Fran Loots, an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader, or another locally based guide. * find out how to choose the right grade for your walk AccommodationThis years walking holidays use locally available accommodation and ranges from ensuite rooms through to bunk rooms according to your needs and pocket. Food is locally sourced as far as possible and by using and supporting local providers you are helping to sustain the local economy. Close to the centre of Crieff, Galvelmore is a large Victorian house with comfortable spacious rooms and bathroom facilities. Bedrooms have tea and coffee making facilities and colour televisions. There is also a charming lounge to relax in with library and log fire. Galvelmore House is fully centrally heated, has a large garden to the rear with views to the hills. The food is superb - local Scottish ingredients are used. David, who also works as a chef at Gleneagles Hotel, cooks meals to gourmet standard. Cost £365 based on sharing Price includes 5 nights B&B plus packed lunch and 2 evening meals Transport to all walks Single room supplement £50 for the week
Set in pretty countryside in the conservation village of Comrie Mossgiel offers comfortable accommodation and many walks start from the doorstep. Bedrooms have televisions, tea and coffee making facilities and hair dryers. There is a comfortable lounge with open fire to relax in. Mossgiel is fully centrally heated and all rooms are either ensuite or have private facilities. Delicious breakfasts include smoked salmon and porridge as well as lighter style for those who prefer this a smaller breakfast. Cost £365 based on sharing Price includes 5 nights B&B plus packed lunch and 2 evening meals Transport to all walks Single room supplement £50 for the week
Situated in a 200-year-old Scottish Farmstead with lots of character, just outside Comrie, Comrie Croft offers a simple, attractive, great value escape amongst the Scottish hills. It is an independent hostel with private ensuite rooms from twin rooms through to six bedded bunk rooms. We will be staying in the smaller rooms. You set right out of the door of Comrie Croft into walking country. Some of the walks will start from here. Self catering facilities are available. Cost £329 based on sharing Price includes 5 nights B&B plus packed lunch and 2 evening meals Transport to all walks Single room supplement £50 for the week
Women-only walkingTry women walk away for a day or walking women (www.walkingwomen.com) for women-only walking. Fran Loots does guided walking for them. This year there are several options with Fran – the Isle of Rum for a week in June or Mull in September or cross country skiing in Norway in February. What previous clients have said:
Nordic WalkingComrie offers an ideal place for Nordic walking - one of the world's fastest growing fitness sports. Holiday breaks and one day workshops are available as well as regular classes. So what is Nordic walking?It is fitness walking using specially designed walking poles. Nordic walking exercises the whole body using 90% of the muscles in the body. The upper body gets a workout with the big muscles around the shoulders and neck being worked properly as well as the arms. Tension in these muscles is released and the spine is strengthened - this can help to ease back pain. Originating in Finland – as a way for cross-country skiers to train in summer, Nordic walking has taken off all over Europe. Part of the sport's popularity is due to the health benefits involved. These are considerably greater than those of normal walking. As well as improving your endurance, strengthening and toning the muscles in the upper body, arms and legs, and releasing muscle tension in the neck and shoulders, Nordic walking also provides an excellent cardiovascular workout. You get your heart beating an average 5-17 times more per minute than normal walking. Many of the benefits can be put down to the use of poles. These improve your posture and help you to walk faster, by propelling your body forward thus increasing the length of your stride. Simply using poles means you consume about 20% more calories than normal walking, and if you combine this with the effects of walking faster, you can actually burn up to 46% more energy than when you walk normally, according to some research.
For more information about Nordic walking, contact us
Orienteering and micro navigationLearning to read a map competently is a key skill
to independent travel in the outdoors. Orienteering provides a fun way
to learn basic and micro
navigation skills. Short residential and non-residential experiences
can be arranged for groups of up to 15. Provision can also be made for
people with disabilities to learn and improve upon navigation skills. Coaching for children
in schools can be arranged for all ages including nursery For more information about orienteering, contact us Women CAN read mapsMany women lack confidence to read maps – unhelpful comments from nearest and dearest can destroy confidence easily. Learn how to read a map and set out on a journey of exploration you never thought possible. This years courses run in April ( 22/23 ) and Sept/Oct (30/1) Women can read maps
For more information about map reading for women, contact us
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