August 2024

Alpine Summer Week with LMC   Date: July 12th to 28th, 2024   Participants: Baptiste, Mia, Hannah, James, Aurelie, John, Alan, Katie, and Andrew   After a successful alpine trip to Saas Fee, Switzerland, in 2023, where three (soon to be four) LMC members summited some 4000m peaks, this year’s adventure was even more exciting. Thanks to Baptiste’s enthusiastic lobbying, we selected Ailefroide in France for the 2024 LMC alpine trip. LMC members (and associated) spent […]

As you approach the Isle of Arran on the ferry from a distance, the hills appear serene and pleasant. However, up close, the peaks reveal rocky outcrops that are sheer in places, providing an excellent challenge for those willing to attempt the climbs. During the July meet, the ferries were busy and booked well in advance, so walking or cycling over became the only option. The weather was excellent, with high temperatures, low wind, and the chance