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Visitors to Ben Nevis summit may be surprised to learn that some of the newly erected 1.8m high cairns constructed to aid navigation have been virtually buried in snow.

This is your last chance to submit routes for the 2010 AAJ. If you or your friends have climbed a new mountain route anywhere in the world send in your reports now.

Don't leave it to everyone else - sign the hill tracks petition NOW

MCofS News Release announcing the recent website make-over

Advance notice of vacancies for volunteer directors to work on the MCofS Board

As a result of the latest annual monitoring report some immediate recommendations have been undertaken

Do you fancy attending an international Trad' climbing meet in Italy's Valle Orco in September

Round 1 of the MCofS Scottish Series a great success despite the weather

New Admissions Policy for groups under instruction wishing to gain admission to Climb @ Inverness

In this issue Dave MacLeod / Ben Nevis / Galloway Climbing / Long Distance Walks ...

Northern Constabulary are warning climbers and walkers of avalanche risks following a mountain rescue on Ben Nevis

MCofS members can win a free weekend at the Lodge by introducing a new member

Landscape campaigners claim Minister made procedural errors in Beauly-Denny decision

The saga continues

More and more opportunities for the canny!

New MCofS sessions at climbing walls in March to help kids learn to place natural gear

Results in for the first ever Scottish High Schools climbing competition

LINK's report on Single Outcome Agreements has been published

The first ever Scottish climbing competition for high schools took place at Glasgow Climbing Centre last weekend

The MCofS response to the news that Highland Council has renewed Alladale Estate's Dangerous Animals licence

The dates and venues of the 2010 MCofS Youth Climbing Series in Scotland are announced

MCofS half-price membership offer for new members joining by Direct Debit

Grant support offered for mountaineering and climbing activities in 2010

Research, external to MCofS, is being undertaken into the acceptability for hillwalkers to pay for path repairs.

TISO welcome MCofS Individual Members to Shop Discount Nights

Labour lodges motion to urge Scottish Government to tighten planning regulations on new routes through the hills

It's true. Honest. Take a look and join in!

MCofS needs your help with our next Annual Gathering ...

Scotland's climbers and hillwalkers are being reminded to take care as wintry conditions continue to grip the country.

13/14th May 2010, SNH Battleby Centre, near Perth. A conference and discussion forum event.

At Drumochter on Saturday 9/1/10

Siting and Designing Windfarms in the Landscape

Due to problems with the water supply the Glen Brittle Hut on Skye is likely to be closed until early March.

MCofS reacts to the SNP Government decision on Beauly-Denny Power Line

The 2010 series of competitions start soon

Highland Council has been given notification of Alladale Estate’s intention to apply for a Zoo Licence. MCofS intends making a submission.

Hillwalkers and climbers are warned of HIGH avalanche conditions in the Scottish Mountains

The MCofS has updated its Members' Discount Scheme.

Reports suggest that the SNP government has made its decision on the Beauly-Denny pylons case, but won't announce that decision until Parliament reconvenes after the New Year.

Highland Council has received a notice of intention to apply for a zoo licence from Alladale estate.

Steps Theatre, Dundee Central Library, The Wellgate, Dundee

Winter Fest in Glen Affric and Colin Prior talk in Inverness

sportscotland Avalanche Information Service Reports are now available for North Cairngorms, South Cairngorms, Lochaber, Creag Meagaidh and Glencoe

Contact the MCofS office before Xmas Eve if you want to take a vehicle into Glen Strathfarrar during the festive holiday

Progress Report - There are a few 10km squares where we are really short of records - How to contribute -

Peter Peacock MSP for Highlands & Islands has raised the issue of the ease with which hill tracks are constructed without need for planning permission

Working Group opts to remain with the present Club Voting arrangement

A new FactFile from the MCofS tells you all you need to know about bouldering in Scotland

The last round of the STS held at The Ice Factor at the weekend went off with a bang

MCofS News Release

The Energy Saving Trust offers an advisory service as well as offering grants to householders looking at installing home renewables.

Sports Minister Shona Robison meets with MCofS' Heather Morning at Cairngorm mountain and delivers annual Winter Safety Message

Climbers comments are sought on the MCofS draft statement to help explain to landowners how our sport operates

Have Your Say!

Flying Fox Bikes in Alva are the latest retailer to join the MCofS Members' Discount Scheme.

Tim Emmet 'Rock Ice & Wingsuits' lecture and masterclass at Ratho 3rd December

The MCofS supported dry-tooling competition R4 Results and Final at The Ice Factor coming soon

Thinking of trying ski touring this winter? MCofS gives advice

Young Scottish climber experiences the world of International Ice Competitions

Choosing your Heroes and your Coaches Carefully

A new draft statement of participation for comment by climbers in Scotland

MCofS News Release announcing a couple of "women only" GPS training course

Your chance to vote.

Heather Morning offers some advice for people who are heading out snowholing for the first time.

The MCofS urges members and supporters to write to the First Minister

MCofS and Beauly-Denny Landscape Group members last-minute appeal to minsiters to consider alternative proposals for the Beauly-Denny Pylon Line

The MCofS has issued the following statement in relation to the latest news about the Beauly-Denny planning application

News about the MCofS Winter Safety Programme.

MCofS Mountain Safety Adviser Heather Morning speaks to Helen Needham on the BBC Radio Scotland Out of Doors Programme

Track Watchers wanted!

FREE DVD worth £15.50 or FREE Mountain Map worth £12.95!

MCofS members asked to support NTS' Sole Trading Fund

Nevis Partnership have now completed the work relocating the line of cairns along the summit plateau of Ben Nevis

MCofS Board establishes Advisory Groups to inform MCofS strategy development in specific areas of activity

13-15 November

SAIS gears up for winter with the appointment of a new Service Co-ordinator.

Have your say!

The hugely successful Cairngorm Poo Project enters it's third winter season

A recent survey carried out by the Munro Society confirms that Sgurr nan Ceannaichean 913m (near Achnashellach) is now no longer a Munro

Following recent wet weather earlier this month the popular access bridge at Carnachuin Glen Feshie has been destroyed.

The first event will be held at Avertical World on 3rd October

Natalie Berry and Jonathan Stocking gain great results for the British Team

Two more climbing adventures from Scotland's growing band of young adventurers

The MCofS is looking for a volunteer to update our media contacts list.

Simon Tait takes over as the MCofS AYC for South Scotland

Jonathan Stocking, British Competition Champ, goes big in the Dolomites

Minutes of EGM & AGM Published

Members to examine Club Block Vote

MCofS has a GROUP on FACEBOOK

Munro Society announces survey results

Learning from Mountain Rescue statistics

News from Glenmore Lodge meetings

Recent storms highlight need for water skills

Read Heather's views about Mountain Safety

and meets Heather Morning, Mountain Safety Adviser

Inquiry Report finds in favour of objectors

CAG inaugural meeting and members announced

Dave Macleod's Series on climbing coaching continues

New improved scheme launched

New dates

Scottish kids on the podium at the final in London

A reply to Iain MacWhirter's plea for marked paths

MCofS autumn training series - a low-cost opportunity to gain potentially life-saving skills

MCofS recognises EICA: Ratho as Scotland’s National Indoor Climbing Centre

What to do in a storm on a mountain ..

Update July 2009

Results 2006/07

6 Scottish Climbers on the podium in UK Finals

MCofS reaction to the Scottish Parliament's Economy Energy & Tourism Committee report which states support for the Beauly - Denny proposals.

for Recreational User Representatives on LAFs and others with an interest in access

You are invited to respond

Specialist insurance services - even for climbers!

Free Disclosure Check Service announced

MCofS Annual Report - Hitting 10K

Many improvements made ... MCofS to become more flexible, responsive and democratic

Speical Offer copies signed by the author

MCofS takes action

sportscotland, BMC and SMT support MCofS plans

Supporting Mountain Aid

Free information about sport climbing and competitions

This summer and autumn sees several new events for kids: elite and beginners alike

Trekking Poles found in Glen Geldie

A tribute to Irvine who died recently

Crags Update 2009

Seven different awards have been approved from competition climbing to Alpine big wall

Mountaineers and climbers required for Bursary Screening Panel

A National Approach - First Action Plan

Mike Dales will be appointed as MCofS Membership Development Officer on 1 June 2009

Launch event to celebrate with home baking, bar, ceilidh ... and walks

Your views wanted..

How to apply for a refund

For those members who wish to purchase couples or family travel insurance

The way ahead

A new bridge.

news from NTS

Met annouces new forecasting service for six upland areas of the UK

How to find out what we are doing to represent, support and promote Scottish mountaineering

Our response to the SLC Consultation on Unincorporated Associations

An inaugural competition identified the Scottish champions in bouldering

We have published our plans for the period 2009-2013

New Knoydart & Kintail Map and 3 for 2 offer

Part 2 of Dave Macleod's coaching articles describes how to fit climbing into everyday life

MCofS response to scoping report submitted

Application Forms are now available for the 2009 Series

More competitions and courses at Alien Rock and Glasgow Climbing Centre

We have opened a Facebook group - come and join in!

New DVDs now in stock

Edinburgh University Opens a New Climbing Wall

The final of the STS was held at The Ice Factor

Unprecedented numbers of young Scots climbers are selected for the British Team

We urgently need your feedback - it will not happen without your help!

MCofS submission to the Scottish Governments Inquiry into access to sport

From 6pm tonight the international standard walls at the EICA: Ratho are open

Key finding and recommendations

MCofS and representatives of a range of mountaineering and other recreational interests meet the Ambassador

The MCofS has produced a visitor guide to Munros and Corbetts compiled by Irvine Butterfield

SLR camera found on Foinaven

walkhighlands.co.uk has been awarded the coveted Innovation Award

Equity Code of Practice to be introduced by MCofS

New post-holders sought, AGM 29/11/08

The 9th annual course of mountaineering for the visually impaired was recently completed at Glenmore Lodge

Lead Mountaineering Bodies across the UK and Ireland agree to develop a Coaching System

Talk by Hugh Fullerton-Smith at the Annual Gathering

The minutes of the AGM are now available

‘Team GB’ do well with Scots climber Jonathan Stocking leading the field

There has been much talk and some polarisation of opinion...

Outdoor Access Annual Event – BRAEMAR VILLAGE HALL, Saturday 27 September 2008

A member lost items on Cairngorm

A new SNH report has shown that the vast majority of Scotland's residents value its wilder landscapes

Book Reviewers are needed for the Scottish Mountaineer

Have Your Say

Our newest Associate close to Logie Head & Speyside Way

The bridge at NG483296 has collapsed

MCofS is committed to achieving The Equity Standard - what do you think?

New contact number for advertisers

The MCofS has produced a 30 page booklet for parents wishing to find out more about what our sport is all about and how their children can take part

Parking at the access point to Crammag Head

We are pleased to introduce discounted advertising rates for Associate Members

MWIS introduce new website with animated synoptics

The A&C Officer's work programme is now online

The Centre for Sports & Exercise is MCofS newest Associate Member

The Scottish Mountaineer Hits New Heights With Herald And Times Group Magazines

Guidlelines for this popular venue

The new edition of the BMC Climbing Wall Manual containing specific information about Scottish walls is now available

LLTNP Core Paths Plan is in the final stage of consultation until 27 July 2008

Your are advised not to climb on Creag Ghlas until late July

Plans for the future of the Cairngorm funicular railway to get under way following agreement of transfer of ownership

Friends of Nevis launched

The MCofS has updated and published the Safety & Liability Guidance for clubs

Check our volunteering page for more information

Plans to construct one of Europe's largest onshore wind farms refused

MCofS Introduces a Donation and Legacy Information Pack

Following approval by the Executive on 13 March, the MCofS has released its Strategic Plan

Activity Scotland Association has expressed concerns over a study into the impact of land-based wind power developments on Scottish tourism.

Logging will soon begin near the end of the Glen Etive public road

Cairngorms National Park is to be extended to include Blair Atholl and part of eastern and Highland Perthshire.

Five Scottish expeditions benefit from this year's awards

New podcast by Scottish walking website about how to pronounce Highland place-names

An on-line research survey has been set up to investigate the need for an indoor climbing wall in Southern Scotland

Survey of Responsible behaviour amongst recreational users and land managers.

Results of a recent survey of MCofS members

SNH launch new activity materials for kids learning about access

EICA Ratho secures funding for a new International Standard Competition Wall

Interruptions to GPS Service - register for notifications

Lyme Disease and Tick Survey - Help with research wanted

MBA announces that Alladale Bothy is no longer available