Welcome to our Group
October 22nd – 24th Weekend Away – Slaidburn YHA
We have booked places at Slaidburn YHA for a weekend away. Slaidburn is within the Forest of Bowland (Lancs) just within the Yorkshire Dales National park in an area of Outstanding National Beauty. If you are interested, speak to Rachel – check the events page for more details.
GOOD NEWS FOR WALKERS
The Marine and Coastal Access bill is set to become law as it receives Royal Assent.
For the first time ever, a continuous coastal path will be created around England’s coastline, permanently opening up hundreds of miles of land that is currently inaccessible to the public. The Ramblers has campaigned for coastal access since it was founded in 1935. CEO Tom Franklin comments:
“This landmark act will be a victory for everyone who walks.”
Watch this space for further updates !
http://www.ramblers.org.uk/Campaigns/Claim+the+Coast.htm
Newflash – Beware of …..Cows !
There has been a few recent incidents in the press of Cows attacking walkers. Cows basically are more interested in dogs than people espcially in protecting their calves. Cow-charging incidents received extended coverage when former Home Secretary David Blunkett was attacked by one in June as his guide dog led him across a field in Peak District. So some advice from the NFU if you have a “cow rage” problem on your hands :-
- Don’t be afraid of them but be mindful they are protective of their young
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If you feel threatened let your dog off the lead – they think a dog is a wolf !
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Take a walking stick with you
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Be bold and walk straight through them, if the animals move towards you
The Great Thing About Walking is its Free ! ( well almost)
Like any new activity people always think they need lots of new kit – well here is some good news – you DON’T with walking. In fact its not “cool” to look like you have just stepped out of the walking version of a Milan Cat Walk – NEC Outdoor Show – looking “seasoned” makes people think that you have been walking for years. Most people start walking with what they have in their wardrobe because they are comfortable with it and use to it. After a few walks you learn what is good for you and learn from other people experiences. Good walking kit doesn’t have to be the latest branded stuff – Decathlon ( Big Sports Shop) and eBay provide a great source of good quality, affordable walking gear.
Further the Ramblers offer good membership discounts for people on low incomes and to save on the traveling we always try and car share …….
So what are you waiting for …..WALKIES !!!
Little bit about about us
We have been walking together since August 2004 and are part of the main Ramblers Association aiming to provide walks for 20’s – 40’s year oldsaround Chesterfield and the Peak District. We are a relaxed and informal group – wanting to mix walking with other activities including social events and weekends away.
Group Motto “Growing old is fact, growing up is optional”
If you would like to join us for a walk have a look on our events page or on the right hand column titled “Next Events”. We recommend that all new members contact walk / social leader first just so we can look out for you and make you welcome.
Most of our walks are off road in rural areas. Please have suitable footwear and clothing for the walk you intend to join and bring some food and water, even if the walk includes pub or cafe stop. For safety reasons, leaders will not allow you to attend the walk if you are not suitably prepared. Therefore we advise you contact the leader first for advice.
