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News
from: Drovers' Tryst, Crieff, Scotland
www.droverstryst.co.uk
Source: Katy Galbraith
Published: June, 2008
Crieff & Strathearn Drvers' Tryst festival has
walks, workshops, bike rides, and more
CRIEFF, SCOTLAND -- Now in its seventh year, the Crieff and Strathearn
Drovers' Tryst recreates the celebratory atmosphere of the old days with a week
of exciting activities and entertainments. Here's the official story from the
Tryst Newsletter:
Walks
Every year, the popularity of our comprehensive walking program allows us to
be more ambitious and adventurous. From leisurely walks along the river to Munro
Bagging for the serious walker, we have walks to appeal to every age group and
ability. Ranged over four ability levels, you can choose from more than 40 walks
(a couple more still to come on the programme).
New to the programme are a few 'social' walks: easy level walks in two parts
which include a light lunch in a local hotel. One of these takes you to the St
Fillans' area: the morning offers beautiful views over Loch Earn. Dundurn Hill,
once the site of a Pictish fort, is the walk in the afternoon. Lunch is provided
at the Four Seasons Hotel.
At a higher level, we have 'munro bagging for beginners' plus a wide variety
of hard and extra hard walks to challenge you. However, a word of warning,for
those intent on doing a few consecutive days of hard walking,we had a lot of
aching bodies last year, which resulted in slowing down the walks – and so do
urge you to take time out and pace yourself, maybe do a easier walk or visit the
local attractions on a 'day off'. A full (very full) and comprehensive outline
of the fitness requirements can be found on the site.
Workshops
We are giving our walk leaders who do so professionally a chance to really
show you their skills in other areas. So you can learn bushcraft skills and fly
fishing with Ian MacFarlane of Do It Outdoors, participate in a two day
photography course with Jo Cound, and how to get the most from your digital
camera on a course run by Keith Ratcliffe. Alternatively, combine walking with
writing on a day at the Historic Innerpeffray Library. Run by local
writer,LindaCracknell, this day encourages participants to explore their senses
whilst walking, then to develop this through creative writing. Take a look at
the full programme of workshops.
St Fillan's Mountain Bike Challenge
Raising funds for The Margaret J Gordon Art and Craft Trust, this mountain
bike event takes place on Saturday 12th October, in the hills to the north of St
Fillan's. On an 18 mile track, the route passes through a mixed variety of
woodlands and open moorland, with stunning views of Loch Earn. Minimum
sponsorship of £15 payable on entry. You can book online and get more
information on our web site.
Hairy Coo Mountain Bike Challenge
Can this year better last year? With wonderful weather for an inaugural
event, last year's Hairy Coo was fantastic, and met with great response from the
participants, though some agreed it was a challenge! This year, with a few
extensions planned for the course, more for the spectators and the barn dance in
the evening, this year's Hairy Coo Mountain Bike Challenge promises even more.
Make a weekend of it with a special deal with Comrie Croft accommodation too. It
all takes place on Saturday 18th October.
Social Events
Complementing the walking & outdoors and all that mountain
biking is a varied programme of social events and talks. This section of the
programme is still under development, but you can book online for the Cabaret
Night, another fundraising night for the Margaret J Gordon Art and Craft Trust
and the Barn Dance (ceilidh).
For up-to-date information on the Crieff
and Strathearn Drvers' Tryst, visit
www.droverstryst.co.uk.
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