Hi fellow Trekkers,

A big thankyou to Andy Bevan for leading a group of twelve (plus four dogs) around and beyond the Usk reservoir. A road section from the start point led gradually onto an open moor, the reservoir at this point hidden by the forest that surrounds it. Our lunch stop provided fabulous views of the Carmarthen fans, big and stately in the distance. After lunch we looped around to enter the forest of pines, a wide and well worn path guiding us down to the waters edge.Here, the dogs took great pleasure in splashing about in the dark water of the reservoir, Tirion especially making the most of this brief swimming opportunity! A final gentle stroll around the remainder of this water found us at the finish, a post-walk drink in the Ancient Briton the reward for our efforts! Thx again Andy!

Rumour has it that two Tawe trekkers took to the mountains above craig y nos for a two night wild camp extravaganza. There is an exceptionally secluded gulley about ninety minutes walk from the showcaves which provides ample escape from the madding crowds. A stream, currently running dry in parts meanders through this gulley and to one side of this the land is flat and the grass big and bouncy, perfect for pitching up. Rumour also has it that the same two tawe trekkers spent a third evening camped on the midge- infested field behind the award winning Ancient Briton pub, or rather in the Ancient Briton in front of the midge infested field ! Good times (apparently) were had by all!

This coming Friday evening walk (4th of July) kicks off from the Beaufort Arms in Kittle at 6.30 p.m. Dylan Beardo Couch is kindly leading this one, a leisurely stroll down to Cwm Llandeilo Ferwallt (Bishopston Valley) to Pwll Du. A great walk for beginners this one, newcomers especially welcome! Dylan can be contacted on 07540 746 360 and he dosen't bite (unless he has to)!

On Sunday (6th July) Janet Thomas accompanied by the ever bouyant Shona will be leading us on an easy 8 mile walk through forest and over open moor near Penwyll. This again is a walk designed for the less experienced among us, so dust down those boots and come enjoy the great outdoors. Meet at the civic centre at 9.30 a.m. or contact Janet on 07929 053 593.

Finally, for those established members of the Tawe Trekkers wishing to partake in the upcoming llanberis bunkhouse experience planned for the 22nd August (3 nights) a twenty pound deposit must be secured with Janet Thomas by the 30th of July. The remainder of places will then be offered to other groups. Janet can be contacted on 07929 053 593. Go on, give her a call. You know you want to!

That's all from me folks,

Happy trekking,

Paul Harris