Tag Archives: Henning Wackerhage

Stormy Weekend

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Simon Richardson

Last weekend was wild and stormy with significant snowfall across the Highlands. Despite this, there were good routes climbed on Ben Nevis, in Torridon, and in the Cairngorms. Several teams came back wide-eyed after full-on Scottish adventures, but the most … Continue reading →

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Birthday Treat

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Simon Richardson

On Saturday December 4, Henning Wackerhage and Brian Duthie made the long trek through deep snow into Glen Esk where they added a companion route to last season’s addition Once in a Blue Moon. Their five-pitch IV,5 provided a satisfying … Continue reading →

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Once in a Blue Moon

Posted on December 31, 2009 by Simon Richardson

Glen Esk on the eastern side of the Cairngorms is rarely frequented by winter climbers due to its low altitude. On December 27 Duncan Tunstall and Andy Nisbet were quick off the mark with the first ascent of the prominent … Continue reading →

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