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Dec 2001
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The Next Meet

New Year in Scotland: 28th Dec - 1st Jan

Grid Ref.: NJ 030278
Organiser: Henry le Fleming
(w) 0173 3311951 (m) 07811 442 315 hlef@sustainit.org
(xmas) 01453 764 837 henrylf@hotmail.com

New Year is the traditional MMC assault on Scotland. We will be staying at the Ardenbeg Outdoor Centre, Grantown on Spey. Cost is £32 pp. To ensure a place on this popular meet, cheques should be be sent to Henry.

The accommodation is ideally placed for the Western Cairngorms and therefore lots of walking, climbing and skiing potential. Equipment such as ice axes and crampons can be hired in Aviemore.
Pub Nights

Windmill, Clapham: Wed 12th Dec

South of the River for another trip to the Windmill on Clapham Common Southside, midway between Clapham Common and Clapham South tube stations. Contact Zoë

Bull & Mouth, West End: Wed 16th January

A new pub for us to investigate, at 31 Bloomsbury Way, London WC1. The nearest tube stations are Tottenham Court Road and Holborn. Contact Zoë as above.

Ennismore Arms, Kensington: Wed 13th Feb

A cosy pub for winter. Nearest tube is South Kensington - walk up Brompton Road to Cottage Place on the left. Walk up the path beside the church, then right into Ennismore Gardens. Meet from 7:30.
Social Events

Pub Nights

If you are a prospective member then this is your chance to meet the Club. You will probably recognise us by our fleeces and a copy of this news letter lying around. See Pub Nights for upcoming venues.

Christmas Dinner: Sat 12th January

This will take place at the Diwana Bhei-Poori House, 121-123 Drummond St, London, NW1. Take a look at www.diwanarestaurant.com. The restaurant has a separate room for us to eat, drink,and make merry in so come along and join in the fun. Contact Edmund to reserve a place.

Westway Climbing Wall

The new Westway climbing wall is now open. This is by far the biggest and best climbing wall in London. The MMC meet there most Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Contact Andy Etheridge (m) 07771 701 736 or andy@wobblyhelmet.com for more details.

IDEAS!

Edmund Marler is the social secretary, so if you have any exciting ideas for outings, expeditions, or just plain old-fashioned get-togethers, let Edmund know. social@themmc.org.uk
The Beta

It’s Winter!
OK, so you knew that already. But don’t forget that winter conditions in the mountains can make life really uncomfortable, not to mention life threatening, if you don't have the correct clothing and gear.

As a minimum you should have the following:

  • a wind and waterproof jacket
  • warm clothing (multi-layers are best, synthetic and wool fabrics are better than cotton) including a hat
  • map and compass (and know how to use them)
  • torch
  • survival bag (plastic bag large enough to lie in)
  • food AND water
  • you may need crampons and an ice axe depending on conditions
You should also have a plan! Do you know where you are going? What are the alternatives if things turn nasty half way through? Are your companions also properly prepared?
If you're unsure of what you should be wearing and carrying, please talk to a current MMC member for advice before you come on a meet.

More detailed advice can be found here.

Discounts
Don’t forget that all club members are entitled to contract rate discounts at any Cotswold Camping shop. All you need is the contract number that is printed on your membership card.

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Deadline for copy for the next newsletter is 7th January. Please send all copy to Clare Attenborough