FORK Canoe Safari and Dinner – 11th August 09
Wild by Nature Ltd is running a Canoe safari to Lomond on the Tuesday 11th August 09. If successful it is planned to main stream this event in the annual FORK calendar.
The chance to undertake a journey via canoe along the coast and over to one of the Volcanic islands on Loch Lomond, whilst others may want to visit Luss village, View the ancient Celtic masonry in the parish pilgrimage centre or to undertake a short walk amongst the surrounding countryside. [more]
Picture on the right is from Wild by Nature canoe trips at the ‘08 Gala (more pics)
UPDATE
There are still 12 places on the FORK canoe safari Event to Loch Lomond scheduled for the 11th of August 09.
This is a fantastic chance to sample the delights of open canoeing and obtain some skills in the process, whilst taking a more intimate view of Loch Lomond and its unique Islands. The pace and theme of the Safari’s will reflect the nature of the group.
The Canoes are very stable and can be rafted to increase stability , it is very unlikely you will fall in as you sit on seats and work with another person as they are paddled in Tandem. All your equipment is provided and there is even special dry bags and cases for belongings you wish to take with you.
There is real chances of seeing a variety of bird life including Osprey or Cappercaille , you may be lucky and spot one of the last remaining Wallaby’s in Scotland which inhabit certain Islands.
At the end of the day in the late afternoon it is proposed to have a dinner at the Colquhoun arms and the Inn has agreed to give all FORKS a 10% discountnt on their fabulous range of traditional dishes and beverages. If canoeing is not your thing others may want to combine a gentle stroll round the area and meet up for dinner and drinks . The canoe safari and transport for 12 people up and back is completely free of charge and provided by Wild By Nature .. still not convinced got to www.wildbynature.eu [more about the day and booking]
Never been in a canoe! – Will need to see if I can go myself.
Sorry if you received the email about the above post and the link was broken – By time I realized it was too late to do anything about it.
Just a quick update from my pottering about and around HBH house for those who are interested, Lots of fishing folk about at the moment and a guy pulled out a 18lb Salmon from the river , he was pleased to say the least . An otter was spotted hunting on the river a month or so ago . There is also foxs and cubs playing on the opposite bank of HBH, there is a very bold dog fox who frequents the ares around the bridge. Although unsubstanciated I have heard that there is badgers living close by too . A large Roe buck was seen barking and hanging out on the edge of teh Kelvin near Dawsholm park . All the usual birds present ,, I will post any other reports from the fishermen when they tell me .
Aww Cliff,
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