Wednesday, 12 April 2023

Carrick Hills 12 April

Some images and video of the walk up the Carrick Hills from Fisherton featuring Alan, Alan McQ, Davie C, Dougie, Graham, Gus, Hugh, Malcolm, Rex, Robert

Today's starting lineup


Approaching the site of an old aircraft lookout post and underground nuclear bunker




Old graveyard of Kirkbride, a church believed to date from the late 12th century





Approaching the summit of Brown Carrick Hill


View from the summit towards Ayr


Quick photo stop before a brief shower of hail prompted a hasty retreat


Sheltered spot beside the Snipe Loch


Star jelly!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_jelly


A sunny end to a 5 mile saunter in the Carrick Hills above Fisherton





Dougie was crowned this year's pool champion after a thrilling final against Robert

2 comments:

Kay McMeekin said...

Looks a lovely walk! Sorry I missed it. Davie

Alan McQ said...

Hopefully we can repeat this walk in the near future. None of the route is on roads so suitable for your dog.