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This day, was a day for walking in the hills.
Simple as that....
I was lucky that my day’s off were mid week (not unusual) before another long stint of being cooped up in an over-heated ward.
Unable to decide which of the local Glens were to be explored, I armed myself with a map and pin and took a stab.
Glen Isla it was.
Parked up at 187 647 which marks one of the parts of the Cateran Trail.
Entered through the large gate and headed on up the track.
Great tracks
Some views along the way
Twice along the way, there is a track which leads off to the right. Keep on the left track to head for Badandun Hill.
Spot the dog?
Great track (not for everyone – but for me (scaredy cat) - it’s okay)
More views
Badandun Hill is tucked away and is only seen when nearly upon it and the sun was so bright that many of my pictures were unusable (still haven’t learnt to use this camera)
At the top
Merry (AKA Mez) looks like she’s got the hump
Me... (hallooo..)
Bright descent
This hill was a real pleasure to walk.
Ascent was not strenuous in the slightest and even with the soft thaw, the crinkly mush underfoot in one small area was easy enough to get through. I was blessed to have such weather. The air quality was clear and exhilarating, the temperature was so mild it required removal of layers on the ascent. It really was a T-shirt and short’s type of day in Isla.
Not a breath of wind and complete silence from everyone and everything.
Perfect respite.
Complete set of pictures
here