Freda's Trek in the Andes - Day 5

We woke up to the clouds and potential rain, so all wet weather gear that we had taken half way across the world was potentially going to be used. This was our first real trek into the snow and the horses really looked after us.
Back down to Pungini hot springs and we waited for Max our driver to come and get us out. Only the three Invernessians were leaving but according to Audrey it was much better leaving as the showers and toilet were definatedly suspect!! I never looked.

Freda's Trek in the Andes - Day 4

Another scenic ride through the forests and valleys. Again beautiful weather. Camped at a lake side and this is where too much alcohol was consumed as it was my last night.......no details for the blog!!
Chicken for tea, but they were not very fat chickens.

Freda's Trek in Andes - Day 3

We were packed up and ready to go bright and early. The horses were trucked off to another national park. Pictures later.
We then set of in more glorious sunshine. Camped the night at hot springs but by the time we had walked down to them for a recce and climbed back up Audrey and I had seen enough.
Some adventurous camper went after dinner at about 1000pm.
I think this is the day Candy's horse went lame bit it is tagging along behind us and she has a new mount.

Freda's Trek in the Andes - Day 2

Went up a mountain that I am sure only goats should climb. When leading my horse it slipped down the cliff face. It was okay. An injured stifle and cuts to its knees and face. A frightening experience. Still great weather, fantastic views. They gave me another horse but on getting on level ground, it was lame too. Audrey and I went back to the farm and got the showers first which was great. Food is very good, cooked over an open fire. It was beef last night and some sort of pastie tonight.

Freda's Trek in the Andes - Day 1

In aid of "Teenage Cancer Trust"

Glorious sunshine. Went on horseback to local race meeting. Then went for strudel and t on horseback. Later came back for Vino Tinto.

The next two nights we have showers. 3 between 23 us!!

Highland Science Festival

Highland Science Festival on the Jacobite Queen 13/11/2007
- Monsters In The Sea -

Much debate has focused on whether or not there is a monster in Loch Ness. But for the past century and a half there have been sightings in the waters off Orkney and Shetland of creatures which seem to be remarkably similar.
During this unique event on the Jacobite Queen geneticist Dr. Yvonne Simpson will review the evidence and reports on the search for a possible sample of body tissue; Adrian Shine will look at the physical aspects of the loch itself.

Tickets for the event can only be booked directly through the Highland Science Festival or through The Booth online (Booking line 08000 328080) or on board before departure (cash only). Departure time for the Jacobite Queen is 14.00 from Tomnahurich Bridge in Inverness. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure to give you time to get on board.

Don't miss this unique event, book now !