‘Bike and Hike’ Path Maintenance – Bynack More

Do you often approach hill paths on your bicycle? Bring your bike and join us on the day to help with maintenance of the Bynack More path.

A steady climb leads to the wide plateau where, at around 775 m, a cairn marks a junction and the path that branches off southwards heads towards the summit. Or, taking a left fork at the cairn, the Lairig an Laoigh path follows an old route through one of the most remote-feeling glens in the Cairngorms.

Location: Glenmore Lodge, Aviemore

Time: 9 am – 4 pm

Facilities: There are accessible toilets at Glenmore Lodge.

On the day
First, we will cycle to the site of old Bynack Stable shelter (around 4 km), lock our bikes and then start walking from there.
On the footpath, we are going to clear drainage features, help to repair erosion damage and fix sections where it is needed to encourage users to stay on the original path line.

Requirements
Volunteers must have experience in off-road cycling and walking in the hills, and have a good physical fitness.
No experience of path work is required. Tools and work gloves will be provided.

What to bring
Mountain bike in working condition, helmet, appropriate footwear and clothing suitable for cycling and walking.
Backpack with outside attachments/straps that will allow to carry spade (can be also placed inside of the pack if suitable), and has space inside for  your spare layers, waterproofs, cap or hat, insect repellent, sunscreen, and plenty of water and food for the day.
Spares specific to your own bike (e.g. inner tube or tubeless repair kit, chain link).
Bike lock.

Please note: Bikes and helmets will be checked prior to the ride; if deemed as unsafe or unsuitable, you won’t be able to take part in the activity.

If you have any queries please contact Eva, our Outdoor Access Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]

To volunteer for this project please log in below or sign-up here.