Red Deer & Edges Walk
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Join Ian on this fantastic walk on the Eastern Moors in the Dark Peak. Autumn is a magical time of the year where the trees start to change colour, bird song fills the air and the sound of the Red Stag bellowing to signal the start of the rut.
During Autumn as the light starts to fade and the days get shorter, Red Deer (largest mammal species) start to compete over the females, as they lock antlers they battle to win over their rival, the winner forming a harem (group of females or hinds).
The rut has now ended for this year but we may see some activity still. Depends how amorous the stags are!
This walk will start from Curbar Gap up along Curbar & Froggatt Edges with fantastic views over the Hope Valley. We’ll take in Longshaw Estate & Padley Gorge before our return leg over White Edge & Baslow Edge returning back to the carpark.
Please bring binoculars or scope for this walk, as you may get to see the Red Deer out on Big Moor which is a spectacle to see.
An optional refreshment in the Bridge Inn after the walk.
Photos: Taken by the event leader and used with permission.
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What to bring
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking, trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain
Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated
Food & drink
Please make sure you bring a packed lunch with you & drink (ideally two litres of water) or any other drinks/hydration bladder.
Snacks/energy bars
Hot flask