The two groups left the South Loch Earn road together (NN 633 232), in rain, at 10.00am , Southward bound by the track past Ardvorlich House.

After one and a half kilometres, the track divides, with the Meall na Fearna party taking the South Easterly track up Glen Vorlich along the burn side.

The Ben Vorlich party noted how much good work had been done on the path above the Landrover track from Ardvorlich. This is of great assistance to the walker.

The Ben Vorlich party used ice axes and crampons for the last 150 metres in very wintry weather. Other walkers on the summit had neither item.

Unfortunately, there were no views to be seen but everyone enjoyed the short day. It had been well worth the effort.

The Meall na Fearna party decided to turn South to climb Beinn Domhnuill (739 metres) on the way to Meall na Fearna.

As the party proceeded up Glen Vorlich, the rain had turned to snow. In a blizzard, on the top of Beinn Domhnuill, there was a discussion as to whether the party should proceed or drop back down into Glen Vorlich. It was decided to proceed Southwards, as one could drop down to the Ardvorlich-Callander track at any point.

After the summit of Meall na Fearna, the party descended to join the track at the Gleann an Dubh Choirein bealach. This was breathtakingly beautiful in thick snow, and steep slopes on either side.

The track led North down to Ardvorlich. On the way, the party saw two white hares, and one lying dead on the track.

The party arrived back at the estimated time of 4.00pm, after a lively and enjoyable day.

Janet Gaywood

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