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The Black Mountain Range- Hillwalking & Mountaineering

Written by Scott Morren on . Posted in Club Diary Events, Hill walking & Mountaineering, Interest Groups.

When

1st Aug 2021    
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Where

Tafarn Y Garreg
A4067, Pen-y-cae, Swansea, SA9 1GS

Event Type

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The next meet for the section will take place in the Black Mountain range in south Wales on Sunday 1 August.

The hike is a 12-mile circular walk which takes in the magnificent ridge line of Fan Hir. There are several peaks and high points on this walk, and along the way we will learn how the likes of a WWII Wellington bomber and a de Havilland Vampire from the 1950s came to rest on the desolate moorland.

From the car park we ascend open moorland to the Fan Hir mountain ridge. Our first peak is Fan Brycheneiniog (802m) followed quickly by Fan Foel (781m), then Pics Du (749m).

Distance/Time

Circa 12 miles. Walking on rough open moorland and some paths. Paths/moorland could be muddy/boggy, – walking poles and gators could be useful! Approx. Six/seven hours to end including lunch break.

NOTES

Please bring all personal hiking equipment including hiking boot, waterproofs and head torch. Please bring a packed lunch and snacks, as well as minimum two litres of water,sun hat, sun screen. There are no convenience shops nearby. OS OL 12 map (but not required unless you want to bring your own). Cash for a drink after.

There is no minimum number of participants and members can bring guests.

Booking strictly through Claire Johnson of the EIC Secretarial Office.

The EIC Hill Walking and Mountaineering Section recognises that climbing, hill and country walking, and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death.  Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. The East India Club, its Officers, Board, Section members and persons acting on behalf of the Club cannot be held liable for any loss or injury occurring to any participant while taking part in these or its activities.

Emergency Contact for Next of Kin

MEDICAL DECLARATION
I declare that the information provided above is an up to date summary of relevant medical conditions and allergies I have. If any medical issues arise before my cause, I will inform the club and organiser Lee Farmer as soon as possible. I also declare that I know nothing relating to my health or fitness which might prohibit me from taking part in the event or jeopardise myself or other people.

DECLARATION FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF RISK
I understand that outdoor and mountain activities involve a certain level of unavoidable risk and that in some rare cases injury or death may occur. I therefore am responsible for my own safety and ensuring that my actions and behaviour do not cause a hazard to others. I should take care only to participate in activities that are within my ability, fitness and experience and for which I have the appropriate clothing and equipment.

DISCLAIMER
The EIC Hill Walking and Mountaineering Section recognises that climbing, hill and country walking, and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. The East India Club, its Officers, Board, Section members and persons acting on behalf of the Club cannot be held liable for any loss or injury occurring to any participant while taking part in these or its activities.

ORGANISER
Lee Farmer (07760 153677) summitprince7@gmail.com