The Pool of the Town

The group going on their two day expedition finally made it out yesterday on the train to Corrour and after several soggy and tiring hours hiking, they arrived at the bothy which was to be their base for the evening. As no one else had arrived at the bothy by 7.30 and it would be an unusual experience for them, I decided to let them sleep inside rather than pitching their tents. It was a warm and cosy place for them to make their evening meal and dry out wet boots and waterproofs. I think the novelty of it all stopped them from getting much sleep though!!! They were no doubt up late discussing being stuck in quick-mud!!

The other Scouts had stayed on site for the day, but got involved in various activities including building a 10ft high tower from pioneering poles whcih we will put a tent on this evening and hopefully have a couple up sleeping on it. Then later whilst I walked up to meet the group at the bothy, Carole led them in to Spean Bridge to the local Spar. You'd think none of them had been in a shop before given how much they bought.

Today saw the expedition group returning and all of us heading into Fort William for a spot of lunch and some free time in the town. Then it was off to the local pool for most people's first wash of the week and an hours swimming.

Tonight, the patrols have chosen their own individual evening meals which are anticipated with some trepidation by the leaders who will have to eat with them. Fingers crossed.