Seven of us made the long journey to Kennacraig pierhead in Argyll to be greeted with the sight of a shiny new CalMac ferry, The Isle of Islay. A very well appointed and finished boat that looked splendid against the sunny blue skies. Boarding at Kennacraig Port Charlotte hostel was quiet; we had two rooms and there was plenty of space in the common areas to relax comfortably. We awoke to another great day and all of us headed off to catch the ferry to Jura, a small boat that

March 27th – 29th saw DHC heading to Strathconon, a beautiful, long, steep sided valley , the tops of which include 3 Corbetts and 3 Grahams. At this time of year, it was great not to have to drive all the way to the west coast and to take advantage of the incredible dinner, bed and breakfast deal on offer at the Ben Wyvis hotel in Strathpeffer. The hotel although dated, was comfortable, even in places luxurious and the service and food were great. The area abounds with beaut