Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 2nd Aug 2010

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Caerphilly Woodland and Mountain Walk - Saturday 7th August

Due to unexpected circumstances, Jon is no longer able to lead the Caerphilly walk on Saturday. We wish Jon all the best at what must be a difficult time, and hope that he can come back on regular walks with us in the future.

In the meantime Emyr has kindly agreed to lead a walk in the Caerphilly area similar to the one Jon had planned. Here are the details:

From Caerphilly Woodland Car Park the route sets out off over mountains and through woodland including Mynydd Rudry, and Caerphilly Mountain - which affords impressive views of Caerphilly, the Valleys and beyond. There is a stretch of path which follows the line of the old Rhymney Valley Railway, and - of course - the option of a pub stop.

Distance: 7-8 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Meeting: County Hall at 0930, or the start point (Caerphilly Woodland Car Park - GR 172864) at 1030. Please call Emyr if you plan to meet at the start point.

Contact: Emyr on 07846 879210.

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Dave's Beacons Wildcamp

Being the intrepid adventurer he is, Dave is planning an wildcamp in the Beacons (date TBC, dependent on interest and preferences). The plan is to do two days of walking with a night's camping.

This sounds like a good opportunity for a more serious trek than we could manage on a single daywalk, with some camaraderie and Dave's unique style of fireside humour thrown in for good measure! :-) If this appeals to you get in touch with Dave on 07828 621311.

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Don't forget it's pub night this Thursday - 5th Aug; at the Brunswick from about 8. Also, if you want to book on the Black Mountains weekend in Sept please get you're cheques too me to avoid disappointment - it's fast filling up! Think that's everything covered for the time being - see you soon!

Cheers,

Doug