Thursday the 7th of August

Lochnagar Guided Walk with the Balmoral & Glen Tanar Ranger Services
Dark Lochnagar with its magnificent northern corrie is the highest, most popular and the finest mountain of The Mounth - or perhaps even of the Cairgorms as a whole. It was immortalised in verse by Lord Byron: 'Yet Caledonia, beloved are my mountains, Round their white summits though elements war; Though cataracts foam 'stead of smooth-flowing fountains, I sigh for the valley of dark Loch na Garr'. Come and enjoy a day on the hills - including the Munros of Broad Cairn and Cairn Bannoch. A great chance to see some typical mountain birds, including ptarmigan, dotteral, peregrine and raven. This is a long walk in the high tops - proper footwear and warm waterproof clothing is essential. Please bring plenty of food, a hot drink and drinking water.
Leader: Balmoral & Glen Tanar Ranger Services Meet Point: Victory Hall Aboyne Meet /End Time: 08.30am - 6pm Distance: 12.5 miles / 20 Km Grading / Ascent: Strenuous 3434ft/1047m Charge p/p: £7.00

Behind the Scenes in Glen Tanar - A Guided Walking Tour
Established in 1869, the estate covers 25, 000 acres of farmland, forest and moors. The estate encompasses many maintained walking tracks, holiday cottages, a riding school, event facilities and an outdoor visitors centre. The estate employs many specialist staff including the Ranger Service who are offering the opportunity to see the many sides to Glen Tanar during an easy guided walk.
Leader: Glen Tanar Ranger Services Meet Point: Braeloine Visitors Centre, Glen Tanar Meet /End Time: 10.00am - 12pm Distance: 2 miles Grading / Ascent: easy Charge p/p: donation