Culag Community Woodland Trust produces a regular News Update to keep you informed of what is happening.
You will find news in brief about a range of topics, from ongoing projects and future plans, to nature notes and fun quizzes.
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News & Events
Every year the Trust holds its Annual General Meeting, which is an opportunity to review progress over the previous 12 months and look ahead to the next. It is also a time for neighbours and friends to come together for a chat and to have a say in the work of the Trust.
CLICK HERE for a copy of the Chair’s 2010 report
CLICK HERE for a copy of the financial statements for 2010
There are often events happening at Culag Wood and at our Little Assynt Estate. An Easter egg hunt is a regular feature as are events with the Highland Ranger Service.
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JULY
Thursday 1st July, 11am-3pm
River Inver to Glencanisp, Assynt: A varied walk along riverside woodland via the old Clearance Village of Dubh Clais returning along the loch shore. We will be looking out for Black-throated divers. Meet at the Assynt Visitor Centre, Lochinver. NC094 225. Grade B, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 6th July, 11am-3pm
Where the meteorite crashed in Assynt: Join us as we visit Europe’s largest ever meteorite strike. Learn about the ancient landscape it struck over one billion years ago. Amazing views and stunning wildlife. Meet at Clachtoll Beach car park. NC040 273. Grade B/C, £5 Adult/£3 child
Wed 7th July, 11am-3pm
The secrets of Glen Leireag, Assynt : Explore the lost township and discover the secrets of this magical woodland glen including freshwater pearl mussels, dippers and maybe golden eagles. Meet at Nedd bridge 3km east of Drumbeg. NC148 315. Grade B, £5 Adult/£3 child
Thursday 8th July, 10am-5pm
Wed 7th July, 11am-
Thursday 8th July, 10am-
Glas Bheinn, Assynt: walk to the top of one of Assynt's less-visited mountains Glas Bheinn - the Green Mountain (776m), with wonderful views. If the weather is not good we will do a shorter low level walk. Meet Inchnadamph car park. NC251 216. Grade D, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 13 July, 3pm-4pm
Rockpools at Achmelvich, Assynt: There is more to rock-pooling than a load of old crabs stuffed in a bucket. You just need to look at things a little differently. Meet at Achmelvich beach car park. NC058 248. £3 Adult/£2 child
AUGUST
Tuesday 3rd August, 11am-2pm
Clachtoll Coastal walk, Assynt: Join us on this beautiful coastal walk through a crofting village past an Iron-age fort. Hear the story of skeletons, ancient saunas and the "murder hole". Meet Clachtoll beach car park. NC040 273. Grade B, £3 Adult/£2 child
Wed 4th August, 11am-2pm
Dragonflies up close, Lochinver, Assynt: Meet these colourful killing machines up close and find out about their underwater and airborne existence. Meet at the Assynt Visitor Centre, Lochinver. NC094 225. Grade B, £3 Adult/£2 child
Thursday 5th August, 11am-3pm
Drumbeg Peat Road, Assynt: Journey to the interior of Assynt rich in wildlife and history and dangerous stories. Meet at Drumbeg View Point car park. NC120 330. Grade C, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 10th August, 2pm-3pm
Rockpools at Clachtoll, Assynt: There is more to rock-pooling than a load of old crabs stuffed in a bucket. You just need to look at things a little differently. Meet at Clachtoll beach car park. NC040 273. £3 Adult/£2 child
Wed 11th August, 6pm-9pm
Whale and Dolphin watching at Stoer lighthouse: A slide show at Stoer hall followed by a visit to the cliffs to watch for passing cetaceans. This event is part of the National Whale and Dolphin Watching Week. If the weather is bad this event maybe re-scheduled. Meet at Stoer Hall. NC041 297. £3 Adult/£2 child
Thursday 12th August, 9am-6pm
Elphin to Lochinver, Assynt: Long distance walk (19km) through fabulous country on rough path. We will get post bus to start of the walk at Elphin. Meet at the Lochinver post Office. NC094 227. Grade D, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 17th August, 11am-3pm
Thursday 5th August, 11am-
Tuesday 10th August, 2pm-
Tuesday 17th August, 11am-
The Limestone valley of the Traligill, Assynt: A fascinating walk through ancient limestone scenery, past secret caves, dramatic waterfalls and dry river beds. Meet at Inchnadamph car park. NC251 216. Grade C, £5 Adult/£3 child
Thursday 19th August, 11am-3pm
Achmelvich Coastal walk, Assynt: Delightful walk to the old meal mill at Altanabradhan along the cliff top, through croftland and machair. Watch out for dolphins too. Meet Achmelvich beach car park. NC058 248. Grade B/C, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 24th August, 7.30pm-9.30pm
Bat evening, Lochinver: Slide show at the Visitor Centre followed by a visit to the local pipistrelle roost to watch up to 100 bats leave their roost. Bring midge protection. Meet at the Assynt Visitor Centre, NC094 225. £3 Adult £2 child
Thursday 26th August, 11am-2pm
Tuesday 24th August, 7.30pm-
Thursday 26th August, 11am-
Otters at Culkein: We will start with a short slide show about otters followed by a walk at Culkein and along the cliff top to look for signs of these common animals around our shores. Meet at Stoer Hall, 7 miles north of Lochinver, NC041 297. rade B, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 31st August, 11am-2pm
Clachtoll Coastal walk, Assynt: Join us on this beautiful coastal walk through a crofting village past an Iron-age fort. Hear the story of skeletons, ancient saunas and the "murder hole". Meet Clachtoll beach car park.
NC040 273. Grade B, £3 Adult/£2 child
Tuesday 31st August, 11am-
SEPTEMBER
Thursday 2nd September, 11am-3pm
The Limestone valley of the Traligill, Assynt: A fascinating walk through ancient limestone scenery, past secret caves, dramatic waterfalls and dry river beds. Meet at Inchnadamph car park. NC251 216. Grade C, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 7th September, 11am-2pm
The Bone Caves, Assynt: A fascinating walk to the caves where bones of reindeer, humans and even polar bears were discovered. Meet Bone Caves car park, 4km south of Inchnadamph. NC254 179. Grade C, £3 Adult/£2 child
Thursday 9th September, 11am-3pm
Achmelvich Coastal walk, Assynt: Delightful walk to the old meal mill at Altanabradhan along the cliff top, through croftland and machair. Watch out for dolphins too. Meet Achmelvich beach car park. NC058 248. Grade B/C, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 14th September, 11am-3pm
Drumbeg Peat Road, Assynt: Journey to the interior of Assynt rich in wildlife and history and dangerous stories. Meet at Drumbeg View Point car park. NC120 330. Grade B, £5 Adult/£3 child
Thursday 16th September, 11am-2pm
Fungi at Culag woods: Explore the marvellous world of fungi. Meet the different characters and learn their secrets in one of the best woods in Sutherland. Meet Culag Wood car park, 500m south of Lochinver Primary. NC093 213. Grade A, £3 Adult/£2 child
Tuesday 21st September, 11am-3pm
River Inver to Glencanisp, Assynt: A varied walk along riverside woodland via the old Clearance Village of Dubh Clais returning along the loch shore. Meet at the Assynt Visitor Centre, Lochinver. NC094 225. Grade B, £5 Adult/£3 child
Thursday 23rd September, 11am-3pm
Where the meteorite crashed in Assynt: Join us as we visit Europe’s largest ever meteorite strike. Learn about the ancient landscape it struck over one billion years ago, that makes up part of the North West Highlands Geopark. Amazing views and stunning wildlife. Meet at Clachtoll Beach car park, NC040 273. Grade B/C, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 28th September, 11am-3pm
The secrets of Glen Leireag, Assynt: Explore the lost township and discover the secrets of this magical woodland glen including freshwater pearl mussels, dippers and maybe golden eagles. Meet at Nedd bridge 3km east of Drumbeg. NC148 315. Grade B, £5 Adult/£3 child
Thursday 30th September, 11am-2pm
Bird Ringing demonstration at Clachtoll, Assynt: Learn about the ongoing research project for Twite with the Highland Ringing group..
Meet at Clachtoll Beach car park, NC040 273. Grade A, £3 Adult/£2 child
All the walks are led by one of the Rangers. It is important though that you think of your own safety and that of any children for whom you are responsible. Remember too that these are country walks in the Highland weather so please dress accordingly. Bring sturdy shoes, or boots, a picnic and a sense of fun. The Rangers reserve the right to cancel any of these events.
Walk Grades: A is easiest, D most challenging, including very rough ground and sometimes steep climbs.
Thursday 9th September, 11am-
Achmelvich Coastal walk, Assynt: Delightful walk to the old meal mill at Altanabradhan along the cliff top, through croftland and machair. Watch out for dolphins too. Meet Achmelvich beach car park. NC058 248. Grade B/C, £5 Adult/£3 child
Tuesday 14th September, 11am-
Thursday 16th September, 11am-
Tuesday 21st September, 11am-
Thursday 23rd September, 11am-
Tuesday 28th September, 11am-
Thursday 30th September, 11am-
Meet at Clachtoll Beach car park, NC040 273. Grade A, £3 Adult/£2 child
All the walks are led by one of the Rangers. It is important though that you think of your own safety and that of any children for whom you are responsible. Remember too that these are country walks in the Highland weather so please dress accordingly. Bring sturdy shoes, or boots, a picnic and a sense of fun. The Rangers reserve the right to cancel any of these events.
Walk Grades: A is easiest, D most challenging, including very rough ground and sometimes steep climbs.
Sorry these walks are not suitable for dogs.
Costs as per walk but concessions apply
For further information, contact:
Highland Council Countryside Rangers,
Assynt Visitor Centre, Lochinver IV27 4LX
Telephone: 01571 844654
Email: andy.summers@highland.gov.uk
Or visit the Assynt Tourism Group website www.assynt.info
Costs as per walk but concessions apply
For further information, contact:
Highland Council Countryside Rangers,
Assynt Visitor Centre, Lochinver IV27 4LX
Telephone: 01571 844654
Email: andy.summers@highland.gov.uk
Or visit the Assynt Tourism Group website www.assynt.info
Please remember Know the Code before you go:
“Enjoy, Respect and Protect” www.outdooraccess-
Guided Walks in Assynt 2010
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Cuairtean le Treoraiche Asainte
Highland Council Countryside Rangers
