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Written by John Paterson
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Tuesday, 13 May 2008 |
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 Helmut started his big walk today in superb conditions. Roger and Ann climbed with him over Ullock Pike from near the Ravenstone Hotel and parted company with him on Carlside summit. Helmut then climbed Skiddaw and descended to Skiddaw Little Man and Lonscale Fell and then headed down the gully between Lonscale Fell and Burnt Horse crags.
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Written by Peter Burgess
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Saturday, 10 May 2008 |
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 For the past few years, along with friends, I have spent an interesting week down at Hay-on-Wye for the annual Guardian sponsored literature festival. This short article and video excerpt revisits the 2007 sojourn along with the excellent walk taken on the Black Mountain.
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Written by Lorraine Barks
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Monday, 17 March 2008 |
 Following on from her diagnosis of duodenal cancer late last year, Lorraine has written an article describing some of the ups and downs she experienced in overcoming this condition and getting herself back onto her beloved fells. |
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Written by Dave Dimmock
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Thursday, 06 March 2008 |
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 The drive to the Lake District from the wide green valley of Airedale does not take long on a Friday evening and Josie and I soon found ourselves in Ambleside and the very short trip from there to Skelwith Bridge.
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Written by David Dimmock
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Wednesday, 23 January 2008 |
 In 1953 the BBC Books to Read service, announced, "This is surely a book that ought to be in every British Home." The book in question was 'The Ascent of Everest' by John Hunt. Fifty five years later the hero of the book has died and with it closes the final chapter in one of the greatest feats of human endeavour. Of course, along with Tenzing Norgay his illustrious climbing comrade, we are discussing the passing away of Edmund Hillary on 11th January this year. OFC member Dave Dimmock writes a short tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary following the recent announcement of the death of the pioneer. |
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Written by Liz Lemal
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Monday, 03 December 2007 |
 With the growth in the OFC membership it was felt that we really needed to have a more more formal get together. With the popularity of the Kirkstile as an informal Club 'hub' and the proximty of a local celebrity, the stage was set for the first OFC Inaugural Dinner. Please read on to find out more and to see and hear part 1 of some of Hunter's fantastic talk, predominantly about AW.... |
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Written by Peter Burgess
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Friday, 09 November 2007 |
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 The annual Great Gable Remembrance Service organised by the Fell & Rock Climbing Club was well represented by OFC members again this year. With an early start at Honister, twelve members of the Club ascended for the short service through fog and drizzle before being treated to clearing skies, snow flurries and finally gorgeous vistas. The whole day was again a fantastic experience and was made even more special by the fine company and generosity of friends.
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Written by Neil Haslewood
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Monday, 29 October 2007 |
 The Peak District Weekend started on Saturday morning in the main Edale Car Park (close to the start of the Pennine Way). The weather was not perfect as low cloud dominated most of the day. However rain and drizzle held off until the crossing of the Kinder plateau. |
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Written by Peter Burgess
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Monday, 10 September 2007 |
 Is Lakeland being damaged beyond control as its popularity grows and should the humble visitor be expected to help out financially for the damage to the environment that they cumulatively cause? One footfall on the fells doesn't equal a new route but together a hundred thousand might produce a path. Should any of us feel guilty about the inevitable destruction we all cause and should we contribute in some way to aid the long term sustainability of this potential World Heritage Site? |
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