WALKS GENERAL INFORMATION
GRADE OF WALKS
A+ For the very experienced and very fit.
Very Strenuous walks are often over high ground-eg 3,000 ft(914metres)-
Sometimes in very exposed conditions.
Very Steep mountain ascents may be involved.
Walks are often over 15 miles.
A Strenuous for the fit.
Usually over hilly and rough terrain.
Steep Ascents and descents may be involved. Usually 10-15 miles.
B+ Moderate to Strenuous.
Not over 2000 feet.
Although easier than A walks at least one feature of an
A walk may be involved. Usually 10 -13 miles.
B Moderate. Usually moorland or lengthy low level walks. Usually 9-12 miles.
C+ Easy to moderate.
Mostly on level ground,but could involve either short uphill sections or
rough ground. Usually 6-9miles.
C Easy. Mainly level ground usually on paths.tracks, or minor roads.
Usually 5-7 miles.
Further Information
If in doubt about any walk, please contact the leader for advice, rather than turning up and
hoping for the best.
If you suffer from any medical problems that might occur during a walk, please advise the
leader before setting out.
Please do not leave the group without notifying the leader, and having his/her agreement.
No responsibility can be accepted for any injuries or accidents while walking with the Club.
PLEASE NOTE: NO DOGS TO BE TAKEN ON ANY OUTINGS
Juniors (under 18) shall be accompanied at all times by a parent or legal guardian.
Members requiring transport are accommodated at the meeting place, and
are expected to share the fuel costs.
Please note that the programmes are made up well in advance of the walks,
and it may not always be possible to recce each walk beforehand.
The walks may have to be changed, for various reasons.
A call to the leader beforehand would give you more accurate information.
ICE CARDS
We recommend that everyone coming out on Club walks should carry an ICE card (In Case of Emergency card) in their rucksack (preferably protected from the rain!).
This card also gives details on contacting the emergency services.
See attached PDF file, which you might like to print out and complete.
HELPING YOU DECIDE
If you are interested in walking with our friendly and organised group, and would like to give it a try
then read on.
The first thing to consider is how fit you are, and what type of walk would suit you to start with.
Please don't be concerned if you are a beginner and feel 5 0r 6 miles is too much as we do have breaks to take in the views and take a rest when necessary. And don't be put off by thinking you won't be fit or fast enough as we have back markers to ensure no one gets left behind, and we always wait for the slowest walkers. We also stop for "elevenses" and lunch breaks. So as you can see it's not too daunting.
If you are fitter and think the hillier walks are for you then the same things apply.
The next thing is to check This Weeks Walk page where you can get a description of the weekend walk which will help you decide if it's for you. To check on future walks go to the Programme page where you can see the upcoming walks and grading.
If you decide on a walk that seems suitable, then all you need to do is either phone the walk leader before the weekend, or turn up at Ayr College car park (beside the River Ayr) at the stated time and introduce yourself to someone who will introduce you to the walk leader. But please bear in mind it's important to have suitable footwear, i.e. boots or walking shoes, plus suitable clothing to keep you warm and dry, as we can be out in open countryside for several hours and the weather can change quickly. Also bring some food and drink to last the walk.
As a safety precaution, Walk Leaders have the right to refuse any person who in their opinion is not properly equipped for the elements.
Walkers must co-operate with the leader and stay with within sight and earshot of the group. Walkers must not leave the group without informing the walk leader. Anyone doing so automatically excludes themselves from any liability by the leader, and the group.
A first aid kit is carried by the leader.