Slieve Binnian Camp - Sat Oct 22 2011

[Matthew]

[whoRya]

im out yet again as wifey has had a girly night planned for months and me not looking at calendar is not her fault  i could not cope with both boys as the youngest dont like walking 

I did actually write this up on the calendar but mysteriously the strikethrough format was applied to it.

[LennyJ1]

Looks like it coiuld still be windy  and moist (not wet)

[RedLeader]

Okay laydees, considering the forecast and shitty week I've just had I'm thinking we move this camp.

Binnian is defo out with the wind anyway but hiking over to Annalong Valley in wind and rain doesn't seem like fun either. I propose we move the camp to Donard Wood. That way anyone that still fancies a decent hike can come over from Meelmore Lodge (or wherever) and anyone who wants a quick camp can just come up the Glen River.

Thoughts?

[LennyJ1]

I'll speak to Flip and get back to ya.

[RedLeader]

Spiffy. You guys can still do a walk over if you're feeling adventurous. Only question is, we've a new spot in Donard Forest which is much more isolated with lots of wood but isn't quite so tent friendly. We did get 2 in last time though.

I'll speak to Flip and get back to ya.

[LennyJ1]

See ya in Donard Wood.

[RedLeader]

What are your plans?

This is where we'll be. Spot is red square, blue line is best route. Don't go to our usual spot!!

See ya in Donard Wood.

[LennyJ1]

What are your plans?

See ya in Donard Wood.

Not 100% on route, may take a dander from Meelmore along the brandy pad. or over the top.

[twentyclicks]

Agh, camp change. Definitely more likely to make it now. My friend may be able to come along too, though we might still be late as he's tied up til about 8pm. Will update tomorrow morn.

[LandyLiam]

this suits me too, still not convinced i can stay all night but should be able to pop up for a swift half

[RedLeader]

If you insist I shall have a swift half!

this suits me too, still not convinced i can stay all night but should be able to pop up for a swift half

[twentyclicks]

Confirmed. I'll be there about 10 or so with my mate. Perfect intro to wild camping for him... NI-Wild camping 

[RedLeader]

Great stuff, we'll keep you a seat by the fire!

Confirmed. I'll be there about 10 or so with my mate. Perfect intro to wild camping for him... NI-Wild camping 

[LandyLiam]

This is where we'll be. Spot is red square, blue line is best route.

don't be tempted to take a short cut through the trees any other way, i did it in daylight and its a little tricky, would be a nightmare in the dark, the blue line is along a small firebreak that you would only find if you had been there before, maybe first person there could place some logs on road to mark the spot, if anyone wants the gps co-ords i have them somewhere