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I had a quick trip to Duck Bay, near Balloch, on the shores of Loch Lomond … and took this quick snap. Duck Bay Marina is a very popular restaurant and hotel complex – they have a great reputation for weddings. But for me, the real charm lies in the view out over Loch Lomond.

After a quick shopping trip to the Co-op at Balloch, I wandered round to the Car Park at Sweeney’s and took this photo of the pleasure boats tied up safely on the banks of the River Leven.

By Simon Haughtone

Crianlarich is a village in Scotland in the county of Stirling. It is at a low pass in the geography and that is also the meaning of the name, Crianlarich. This spot is an important part for those journeying to the west and north in Scotland. This was where two military roads met. In the 19th century a railway junction was installed.

There are several accommodation choices available in the village as there is a large Youth Hostel, several campsites, bed and breakfasts, wooden wigwams that can be rented and the Ben More Lodge Hotel. The village also has a church, post shop and police station.

This is an excellent base of operation if you want to climb the Glen Falloch Mountains or Ben More. Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve contains the highest mountain in Perthshire. The reserve contains the Lawers range and tarmachan range. There are many nature trails and plenty of opportunities to view dipper, ravens, red grouse, ptarmingan, curlew and ring-ouzel.

Ben Lomond is a beautiful area just off of Loch Lomond. In 1995 it became the Ben Lomond National Memorial Park. The forest c omission can been trying to repair path erosion and regenerate the woodland. There is sheep farming and a ranger center for information in the area.

Moirlanich Longhouse is an example of a cruck frame cottage and byre. This one was built in the mid 19th century and still has many box beds and a hingin’ lum. A nearby shed contains a collection of rare Sunday best clothing that was found in the Longhouse. There are exhibits on the restoration and history of the cottage

Kilchurn castle was built in 1550 and later enlarged in 1693. Today it is possible to view the ruins and barracks. You can also enjoy some beautiful views of Loch Awe. It is possible to reach the castle by steamer form the Loch Awe Pier.

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Fishing on Loch Lomond
By Glen Buchanan

Loch Lomond is a freshwater loch lying on the Highland Boundary Fault. It has the largest surface area of any lock in the United Kingdom. Stretching 39km in length and 8km at its widest point, Loch Lomond possibly hosts the largest variety of fish in Scotland. Salmon and sea trout return into the Southern reaches of the loch from the River Leven, whilst brown and rainbow trout, roach, perch, pike, chub and dace offer every angler a different catch every time!

The River Leven is Scotland’s premier salmon and sea trout fishery. At six miles long, it’s not a large river but every fish has to go through the Leven in order to get to the Loch and the spawning rivers; this is the key to its success. Fly fishing is the most popular method and between 11th February and 31st October, anglers are treated to a wealth of salmon and sea trout. Although you’ll need to wait until the last week in March before seeing a decent run of spring salmon.

The River Endrick is the prime spawning river of the Lomond system. Anglers are urged to return all coloured fish to the river to ensure activity for future years. The river is well looked after by the volunteers of the River Endrick Working Group. Overhanging trees are carefully pruned back each year allowing the anglers space to cast their fly. Between the months of July and October are when great fishing can be found. If you find yourself on the water after it has risen and starting to fall, the river can be prolific and even complete beginners can land that special catch.

The River Fruin, located on the west of the Loch, is another main river. It has developed a reputation for providing excellent salmon and sea trout. Fly fishing is the only method on this river and many anglers will tell you that being in the right place at the right time is vital for success.

If you’re venturing out onto the waters, you might want to try some of these Lures and Flies. Trolled lures do well in the early part of the season. During the summer months, better success may be found with patterns such as Mallard and yellow, Invicta and Big Daddy Longlegs.

Permits are required for Salmon, Sea Trout and Brown Trout so make sure you have one before making that first cast.

Written by Glen Buchanan, Keep-Fishing, Fishing on Loch Lomond

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Loch Lomond Holidays – The Highland Boundary Fault Line

By F. Alcorn

Loch Lomond has the largest surface area of any freshwater loch or lake in Britain, and measures about 5 miles across at its widest point and about 24 miles long. It is crossed by the Highland Boundary Fault Line, a geological feature which splits the landscape quite markedly in two.

To the south east of the Line the landscape remains gently undulating as in the central lowlands, but to the north west, the Highlands raise up dramatically.

Along the line of the fault there are 4 islands in Loch Lomond. They are Inchmurrin, Inchcailloch, Torrinch and Creinch, and seen on a map or from above, the line across the loch is clear.

The Highland Boundary Fault line extends from Lochranza on the Isle of Arran in the west, across the Isle of Bute and the Cowal and Rosneath peninsulas before reaching Loch Lomond. It then crosses Aberfoyle, Callander and Crieff before reaching Stonehaven in the east.

The Highland Boundary Fault Line was caused by a plate tectonic collision that took place around 520 to 400 million years ago. The actual cause of such movements of the surface of the earth is as yet unknown, although several theories exist.

A complimentary fault, the Southern Uplands Fault, forms the southern boundary for the Central Lowlands.

The Highland Boundary Fault Trail is a waymarked four mile walk around the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park from the David Marshall Lodge near Aberfoyle. Visitors can take the opportunity to learn about the geological feature at the same time as experiencing the wonderful scenery of the region.

The author lives and works in the beautiful surroundings of Loch Lomond, and would like to share this stunning part of the world with people who are interested in all it has to offer. Please visit Loch Lomond Holidays at http://www.lochlomondholidays.net

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