HIKING THE HIGHLANDS OF SCOTLAND - VILLAGE TO VILLAGE      April 24 - May 3, 2009 $1550 Dick Ernenwein, Trip Leader Our hiking adventure will combine trekking the famous West Highland Way with climbing to the peaks of three of Britain's highest and most splendid mountains. You will hike the best selections of Scotland's most popular long distance path and we will detour from the official trail to climb to the three mountain peaks. In Scotland the higher mountains are called Munros which are mountains over 3000 ft. There are 286 almost all located in the Highlands of Scotland. We will encounter an astonishing variety of scenery as we trek through the heart of the Scottish Highlands including Loch Lomond, Glencoe and Ben Nevis, Scotland's highest mountain. There are many good reasons why the West Highland Way is Scotland's most popular long distance path. It is easy to get to because the start and finish are both near rail stations. The route passes many small towns and villages, so it is well served by accommodations along its length; and on this hike, you will never be far from places which are steeped in the history of Scotland, like the old cattle drovers inns, the sites of battles with English troops, and military roads built to suppress the Jacobites after the 1745 rebellion. There will be three moderate hikes and three moderate to strenuous hikes leaving a day in the middle for rest and/or two or three cultural choices. There will be two guided hikes and four self-guided hikes led by me. It is also possible to plan a hike on the “rest” day. We will stay in three different hotels/B & B's all with twin rooms and bathroom en-suite. On our moving days, our luggage will be transferred to the next Inn. The end of April and beginning of May is an excellent time to trek the West Highland Way as May is traditionally the sunniest month and we also avoid the midges which appear in late May. There still may be some patches of snow at the higher mountain altitudes but that should not present a problem. Included: Transfer from Glasgow airport to Rowardennan and from Fort William back to Glasgow airport 8- Nights twin rooms, en-suite 8 full Scottish breakfasts 6 pack lunches for the 6 dedicated hiking days Qualified guide for Day 2 and Day 6 Transfers to start of day's hike and from finish of hikes on Days 4 and 6 Luggage transfer from Rowardennan to Glencoe and from Glencoe to Fort William Each participant will receive a tour pack with information about the Hotels and B&Bs, with useful local information on things to do and see, alternative transport and notes on each hike. Not included: Airfare All dinners and 2 lunches Alcohol and Things of a personal nature There will be choices each night for dinner. There are good bar menus and set menus at both of the Hotels. Dinner prices range from $20 to $40. Estimated extra costs for the meals not included: 2 lunches: $20-$30    8 dinners: $200 to $250 Total extra costs for meals: $220 to $300 Payment policy: A deposit of $400.00 reserves a place at the time of registration. The balance of $1150 is due on Feb. 24, 2009. If you need to cancel the trip at any time up to Feb. 24, 2009, all will be refunded but the $85.00 registration fee. After February 24th, no refunds are possible unless your space can be filled from the waiting list. However, if ADK cancels the trip or if in the opinion of the leader, this is not the trip for you, the full amount will be refunded. Daily Itinerary For more information and to register, contact the leader, Dick Ernenwein, 4 Commonwealth Ave, Newburgh, NY 12550, 845-565-3866, rernenwein@msn.com PRICING: THIS TRIP IS SUBJECT TO AN INCREASE IN COST AT ANY TIME UNTIL THE TRIP'S DEPARTURE DATE. BECAUSE THIS IS AN INTERNATIONAL TRIP AND THE PRICE FOR THIS TRIP WAS ESTABLISHED IN MARCH OF 2008, IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR A SURCHARGE IF THE VALUE OF THE DOLLAR CONTINUES ITS STEADY 3 YEAR DECLINE AGAINST THE EURO. Please note:  Prices and trip arrangements are subject to change due to circumstances beyond ADK's control. All registration fees are non-refundable. Details including cancellation policy will be supplied to all those requesting trip information. MEMBERSHIP IN THE ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN CLUB IS REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION  MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION