
Monday 1st February 2010
The MCofS response to the news that Highland Council has renewed Alladale Estate's Dangerous Animals licence
Monday 1st February 2010
The dates and venues of the 2010 MCofS Youth Climbing Series in Scotland are announced
Sunday 31st January 2010
MCofS half-price membership offer for new members joining by Direct Debit
Friday 29th January 2010
Grant support offered for mountaineering and climbing activities in 2010
Friday 29th January 2010
A weekend has been arranged in February in Torridon for a get-together of all those who knew Irvine
Thursday 28th January 2010
Research, external to MCofS, is being undertaken into the acceptability for hillwalkers to pay for path repairs.
Monday 25th January 2010
TISO welcome MCofS Individual Members to Shop Discount Nights
Tuesday 19th January 2010
Labour lodges motion to urge Scottish Government to tighten planning regulations on new routes through the hills
Tuesday 19th January 2010
It's true. Honest. Take a look and join in!
Monday 18th January 2010
MCofS needs your help with our next Annual Gathering ...
Friday 15th January 2010
Scotland's climbers and hillwalkers are being reminded to take care as wintry conditions continue to grip the country.
Wednesday 13th January 2010
13/14th May 2010, SNH Battleby Centre, near Perth. A conference and discussion forum event.
Wednesday 13th January 2010
At Drumochter on Saturday 9/1/10
Monday 11th January 2010
Siting and Designing Windfarms in the Landscape
Friday 8th January 2010
Due to problems with the water supply the Glen Brittle Hut on Skye is likely to be closed until early March.
Wednesday 6th January 2010
MCofS reacts to the SNP Government decision on Beauly-Denny Power Line
Wednesday 6th January 2010
The 2010 series of competitions start soon
Wednesday 6th January 2010
Highland Council has been given notification of Alladale Estate’s intention to apply for a Zoo Licence. MCofS intends making a submission.
Monday 4th January 2010
Hillwalkers and climbers are warned of HIGH avalanche conditions in the Scottish Mountains
Tuesday 22nd December 2009
The MCofS has updated its Members' Discount Scheme.
Monday 21st December 2009
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.
Monday 21st December 2009
Highland Council has received a notice of intention to apply for a zoo licence from Alladale estate.
Thursday 17th December 2009
Steps Theatre, Dundee Central Library, The Wellgate, Dundee
Thursday 17th December 2009
Winter Fest in Glen Affric and Colin Prior talk in Inverness
Thursday 17th December 2009
sportscotland Avalanche Information Service Reports are now available for North Cairngorms, South Cairngorms, Lochaber, Creag Meagaidh and Glencoe
Monday 14th December 2009
Contact the MCofS office before Xmas Eve if you want to take a vehicle into Glen Strathfarrar during the festive holiday
Monday 14th December 2009
Progress Report - There are a few 10km squares where we are really short of records - How to contribute -
Friday 11th December 2009
Peter Peacock MSP for Highlands & Islands has raised the issue of the ease with which hill tracks are constructed without need for planning permission
Friday 11th December 2009
Working Group opts to remain with the present Club Voting arrangement
Thursday 10th December 2009
A new FactFile from the MCofS tells you all you need to know about bouldering in Scotland
Thursday 10th December 2009
The last round of the STS held at The Ice Factor at the weekend went off with a bang
Wednesday 9th December 2009
MCofS News Release
Tuesday 8th December 2009
The Energy Saving Trust offers an advisory service as well as offering grants to householders looking at installing home renewables.
Monday 7th December 2009
Sports Minister Shona Robison meets with MCofS' Heather Morning at Cairngorm mountain and delivers annual Winter Safety Message
Friday 4th December 2009
Climbers comments are sought on the MCofS draft statement to help explain to landowners how our sport operates
Friday 4th December 2009
Have Your Say!
Monday 30th November 2009
Flying Fox Bikes in Alva are the latest retailer to join the MCofS Members' Discount Scheme.
Friday 27th November 2009
Tim Emmet 'Rock Ice & Wingsuits' lecture and masterclass at Ratho 3rd December
Thursday 26th November 2009
The MCofS supported dry-tooling competition R4 Results and Final at The Ice Factor coming soon
Friday 20th November 2009
Thinking of trying ski touring this winter? MCofS gives advice
Thursday 19th November 2009
Young Scottish climber experiences the world of International Ice Competitions
Wednesday 18th November 2009
Choosing your Heroes and your Coaches Carefully
Wednesday 18th November 2009
A new draft statement of participation for comment by climbers in Scotland
Friday 13th November 2009
MCofS News Release announcing a couple of "women only" GPS training course
Wednesday 11th November 2009
Your chance to vote.
Tuesday 10th November 2009
Heather Morning offers some advice for people who are heading out snowholing for the first time.
Monday 9th November 2009
The MCofS urges members and supporters to write to the First Minister
Sunday 8th November 2009
Tuesday 27th October 2009
MCofS and Beauly-Denny Landscape Group members last-minute appeal to minsiters to consider alternative proposals for the Beauly-Denny Pylon Line
Monday 26th October 2009
The MCofS has issued the following statement in relation to the latest news about the Beauly-Denny planning application
Monday 26th October 2009
News about the MCofS Winter Safety Programme.
Monday 26th October 2009
MCofS Mountain Safety Adviser Heather Morning speaks to Helen Needham on the BBC Radio Scotland Out of Doors Programme
Friday 23rd October 2009

Come along to any of our 22 scheduled winter safety lectures and win a free Polar Buff
Thursday 15th October 2009
Track Watchers wanted!
Thursday 15th October 2009
FREE DVD worth £15.50 or FREE Mountain Map worth £12.95!
Tuesday 13th October 2009
MCofS members asked to support NTS' Sole Trading Fund
Monday 12th October 2009
Nevis Partnership have now completed the work relocating the line of cairns along the summit plateau of Ben Nevis
Thursday 8th October 2009
MCofS Board establishes Advisory Groups to inform MCofS strategy development in specific areas of activity
Wednesday 7th October 2009
13-15 November
Tuesday 6th October 2009
SAIS gears up for winter with the appointment of a new Service Co-ordinator.
Monday 5th October 2009
Have your say!
Friday 2nd October 2009
The hugely successful Cairngorm Poo Project enters it's third winter season
Thursday 24th September 2009
A recent survey carried out by the Munro Society confirms that Sgurr nan Ceannaichean 913m (near Achnashellach) is now no longer a Munro
Wednesday 23rd September 2009
Following recent wet weather earlier this month the popular access bridge at Carnachuin Glen Feshie has been destroyed.
Tuesday 22nd September 2009
The first event will be held at Avertical World on 3rd October
Tuesday 22nd September 2009
Natalie Berry and Jonathan Stocking gain great results for the British Team
Monday 21st September 2009
Two more climbing adventures from Scotland's growing band of young adventurers
Friday 18th September 2009
The MCofS is looking for a volunteer to update our media contacts list.
Wednesday 16th September 2009
Simon Tait takes over as the MCofS AYC for South Scotland
Wednesday 16th September 2009
Jonathan Stocking, British Competition Champ, goes big in the Dolomites
Thursday 10th September 2009
Minutes of EGM & AGM Published
Thursday 10th September 2009
Members to examine Club Block Vote
Thursday 10th September 2009
MCofS has a GROUP on FACEBOOK
Thursday 10th September 2009
Munro Society announces survey results
Tuesday 8th September 2009
Learning from Mountain Rescue statistics
Sunday 6th September 2009
News from Glenmore Lodge meetings
Monday 24th August 2009
Recent storms highlight need for water skills
Wednesday 19th August 2009
Tuesday 11th August 2009
Read Heather's views about Mountain Safety
Friday 7th August 2009
Friday 7th August 2009
and meets Heather Morning, Mountain Safety Adviser
Friday 7th August 2009
Inquiry Report finds in favour of objectors
Thursday 6th August 2009
CAG inaugural meeting and members announced
Tuesday 4th August 2009
Dave Macleod's Series on climbing coaching continues
Monday 3rd August 2009
New improved scheme launched
Thursday 30th July 2009
Scottish kids on the podium at the final in London
Tuesday 28th July 2009
A reply to Iain MacWhirter's plea for marked paths
Thursday 16th July 2009
MCofS autumn training series - a low-cost opportunity to gain potentially life-saving skills
Tuesday 14th July 2009
MCofS recognises EICA: Ratho as Scotland’s National Indoor Climbing Centre
Monday 13th July 2009
What to do in a storm on a mountain ..
Monday 6th July 2009
Update July 2009
Monday 6th July 2009
Results 2006/07
Monday 6th July 2009
6 Scottish Climbers on the podium in UK Finals
Friday 3rd July 2009
MCofS reaction to the Scottish Parliament's Economy Energy & Tourism Committee report which states support for the Beauly - Denny proposals.
Thursday 2nd July 2009
for Recreational User Representatives on LAFs and others with an interest in access
Thursday 2nd July 2009
You are invited to respond
Tuesday 30th June 2009
Specialist insurance services - even for climbers!
Tuesday 30th June 2009
Free Disclosure Check Service announced
Monday 29th June 2009
MCofS Annual Report - Hitting 10K
Tuesday 23rd June 2009
Many improvements made ... MCofS to become more flexible, responsive and democratic
Wednesday 17th June 2009
Speical Offer copies signed by the author
Thursday 11th June 2009
MCofS takes action
Thursday 11th June 2009
sportscotland, BMC and SMT support MCofS plans
Thursday 11th June 2009
Supporting Mountain Aid
Wednesday 10th June 2009
Free information about sport climbing and competitions
Friday 5th June 2009
This summer and autumn sees several new events for kids: elite and beginners alike
Friday 5th June 2009
Trekking Poles found in Glen Geldie
Monday 18th May 2009
A tribute to Irvine who died recently
Wednesday 6th May 2009
Seven different awards have been approved from competition climbing to Alpine big wall
Wednesday 6th May 2009
Mountaineers and climbers required for Bursary Screening Panel
Friday 1st May 2009
A National Approach - First Action Plan
Thursday 30th April 2009
Mike Dales will be appointed as MCofS Membership Development Officer on 1 June 2009
Tuesday 21st April 2009
Launch event to celebrate with home baking, bar, ceilidh ... and walks
Thursday 9th April 2009
Your views wanted..
Wednesday 8th April 2009
How to apply for a refund
Monday 6th April 2009
For those members who wish to purchase couples or family travel insurance
Thursday 2nd April 2009
The way ahead
Thursday 2nd April 2009
A new bridge.
Wednesday 1st April 2009
news from NTS
Monday 30th March 2009
Met annouces new forecasting service for six upland areas of the UK
Wednesday 25th March 2009
How to find out what we are doing to represent, support and promote Scottish mountaineering
Monday 16th March 2009
Our response to the SLC Consultation on Unincorporated Associations
Wednesday 11th March 2009
An inaugural competition identified the Scottish champions in bouldering
Tuesday 3rd March 2009
We have published our plans for the period 2009-2013
Friday 27th February 2009
New Knoydart & Kintail Map and 3 for 2 offer
Tuesday 24th February 2009
Part 2 of Dave Macleod's coaching articles describes how to fit climbing into everyday life
Monday 9th February 2009
MCofS response to scoping report submitted
Tuesday 3rd February 2009
Application Forms are now available for the 2009 Series
Friday 30th January 2009
More competitions and courses at Alien Rock and Glasgow Climbing Centre
Monday 26th January 2009
We have opened a Facebook group - come and join in!
Tuesday 6th January 2009
New DVDs now in stock
Friday 2nd January 2009
Edinburgh University Opens a New Climbing Wall
Friday 19th December 2008
The final of the STS was held at The Ice Factor
Thursday 11th December 2008
Unprecedented numbers of young Scots climbers are selected for the British Team
Thursday 11th December 2008
We urgently need your feedback - it will not happen without your help!
Wednesday 26th November 2008
MCofS submission to the Scottish Governments Inquiry into access to sport
Wednesday 26th November 2008
From 6pm tonight the international standard walls at the EICA: Ratho are open
Tuesday 25th November 2008
Key finding and recommendations
Tuesday 25th November 2008
Monday 24th November 2008
MCofS and representatives of a range of mountaineering and other recreational interests meet the Ambassador
Thursday 13th November 2008
The MCofS has produced a visitor guide to Munros and Corbetts compiled by Irvine Butterfield
Wednesday 12th November 2008
SLR camera found on Foinaven
Thursday 6th November 2008
walkhighlands.co.uk has been awarded the coveted Innovation Award
Tuesday 14th October 2008
Equity Code of Practice to be introduced by MCofS
Friday 26th September 2008
New post-holders sought, AGM 29/11/08
Monday 22nd September 2008
The 9th annual course of mountaineering for the visually impaired was recently completed at Glenmore Lodge
Monday 15th September 2008
Lead Mountaineering Bodies across the UK and Ireland agree to develop a Coaching System
Monday 15th September 2008
Talk by Hugh Fullerton-Smith at the Annual Gathering
Friday 12th September 2008
The minutes of the AGM are now available
Monday 1st September 2008
‘Team GB’ do well with Scots climber Jonathan Stocking leading the field
Monday 1st September 2008
There has been much talk and some polarisation of opinion...
Monday 1st September 2008
Outdoor Access Annual Event – BRAEMAR VILLAGE HALL, Saturday 27 September 2008
Thursday 21st August 2008
A member lost items on Cairngorm
Thursday 14th August 2008
A new SNH report has shown that the vast majority of Scotland's residents value its wilder landscapes
Friday 8th August 2008
Book Reviewers are needed for the Scottish Mountaineer
Friday 1st August 2008
Have Your Say
Thursday 24th July 2008
Our newest Associate close to Logie Head & Speyside Way
Wednesday 9th July 2008
The bridge at NG483296 has collapsed
Thursday 26th June 2008
MCofS is committed to achieving The Equity Standard - what do you think?
Thursday 19th June 2008
New contact number for advertisers
Tuesday 17th June 2008
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
Friday 13th June 2008
Parking at the access point to Crammag Head
Tuesday 10th June 2008
We are pleased to introduce discounted advertising rates for Associate Members
Thursday 5th June 2008
MWIS introduce new website with animated synoptics
Monday 2nd June 2008
The A&C Officer's work programme is now online
Friday 30th May 2008
The Centre for Sports & Exercise is MCofS newest Associate Member
Wednesday 28th May 2008
The Scottish Mountaineer Hits New Heights With Herald And Times Group Magazines
Tuesday 27th May 2008
Guidlelines for this popular venue
Thursday 22nd May 2008
The new edition of the BMC Climbing Wall Manual containing specific information about Scottish walls is now available
Tuesday 20th May 2008
LLTNP Core Paths Plan is in the final stage of consultation until 27 July 2008
Monday 19th May 2008
Your are advised not to climb on Creag Ghlas until late July
Monday 19th May 2008
Plans for the future of the Cairngorm funicular railway to get under way following agreement of transfer of ownership
Wednesday 7th May 2008
Friends of Nevis launched
Monday 28th April 2008
The MCofS has updated and published the Safety & Liability Guidance for clubs
Friday 25th April 2008
Check our volunteering page for more information
Wednesday 23rd April 2008
Plans to construct one of Europe's largest onshore wind farms refused
Thursday 10th April 2008
MCofS Introduces a Donation and Legacy Information Pack
Tuesday 8th April 2008
Following approval by the Executive on 13 March, the MCofS has released its Strategic Plan
Wednesday 2nd April 2008
Activity Scotland Association has expressed concerns over a study into the impact of land-based wind power developments on Scottish tourism.
Thursday 27th March 2008
Logging will soon begin near the end of the Glen Etive public road
Tuesday 25th March 2008
Cairngorms National Park is to be extended to include Blair Atholl and part of eastern and Highland Perthshire.
Friday 29th February 2008
Five Scottish expeditions benefit from this year's awards
Monday 25th February 2008
New podcast by Scottish walking website about how to pronounce Highland place-names
Wednesday 13th February 2008
An on-line research survey has been set up to investigate the need for an indoor climbing wall in Southern Scotland
Thursday 10th January 2008
Survey of Responsible behaviour amongst recreational users and land managers.
Wednesday 9th January 2008
Results of a recent survey of MCofS members
Thursday 20th December 2007
SNH launch new activity materials for kids learning about access
Thursday 22nd November 2007
EICA Ratho secures funding for a new International Standard Competition Wall
Tuesday 13th November 2007
Interruptions to GPS Service - register for notifications
Monday 5th November 2007
Lyme Disease and Tick Survey - Help with research wanted
Thursday 1st November 2007
MBA announces that Alladale Bothy is no longer available