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Kilbowie is owned by North Lanarkshire Council and managed by NL Leisure Ltd, providing 5-day courses mainly for Primary 7 pupils, though not exclusively as weekends and some weeks are available for other groups.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Kilbowie is situated close to the shore of \u00a0the Sound of Kerrera in a scenic location, two Kilometres south of Oban.\"Centre<\/a><\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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The centre can accommodate 112 students in rooms of 4 beds and has single rooms for visiting staff on every floor.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
The centre is ideally located for every sort of shoreline and land based study and outdoor activity.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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Biking in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
The area around Kilbowie is excellent for a wide range of biking activities. There is something for everyone, whether you wish to try our mountain bikes on adventurous\u00a0off-road routes, or more gentle cycling along the local network of roads, tracks and paths.<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
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Climbing in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\u00a0We \u00a0\u00a0have a good climbing crag a short drive away \u00a0which is suitable for all age groups, as well as access to an indoor climbing wall. We can also offer tree climbing onsite.<\/div>\n
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Gorge walking in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
<\/b><\/u>One of the most outrageous of our activities and certainly one of the wettest. You will be negotiating rocky streams, waterfalls and other obstacles trying to stay dry for as long as possible. Generally ropes are not required although sometimes they can be used as handrails or for traversing over the water.<\/div>\n
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Skiing in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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We are lucky to have enough to have our very own dry ski slope. It\u2019s the ideal slope for beginners to the sport of Skiing.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Oreinteering in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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We have our own onsite orienteering course as well as access to a large course in Sutherlands grove, a local forest, where we also do some of our gorge walking.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Canoeing & Kayaking in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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A wide range of canoeing activities is available from our scenic base on the shores of the Sound of Kerrera. You may be introduced to river kayaking or open Canadian canoeing or\u00a0<\/b><\/span>sea kayaking.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Coasteering in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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Everything you were told never to do as a child by the sea. This is not simply swimming in the sea, climbing on the rocks or cliff jumping. This is a novel mix of exploration, adventure and adrenaline at the level you want it to be.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Hill walking in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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We venture out to various beautiful locations around the Argyll countryside. We can go for half day walks , or full day adventures.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Kilbowie Safari<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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Join Derek, for an exciting , fun filled activity, feed the wild birds, hunt some wild animals and learn to appreciate and understand the environment in Kilbowie\u2019s unique surroundings.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Sailing in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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We have a Drascombe Gig, which can take a large group out \u00a0for a sail around the Sound of Kerrera. Good for team work, the children can steer and crew and enjoy the wind and spray on their faces.Keep your eyes open for seals and sea birds.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Bushcraft in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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Venture off, deep in to the forest, or get marooned on Kerrera.you will have to survive bu building shelter, lighting fire, finding food & water. The adventure is just begining.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Highland games in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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Various team activities, from tug of war to wet welly wanging. This fun activity will exhaust you, and make you ready for your bed.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Disco in Kilbowie!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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Your week ends with the kilbowie disco night. It’s your chance to dress up . All the latest sounds and all your favourite tracks \u201cmay\u201d be available .<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Nightline in Kilbowie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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Day or night, this is one of the favourite evening activities. Trust your friends in front to lead you through the woods, but they can’t see either!<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Kilbowie Crystal Maze!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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our latest evening activity is the Crystal Maze. You work in your activity group, carrying out various tasks, if you complete the task, you win a Kilbowie Crystal. The team with the most Crystals at the end, WINS!!!<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n
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Team building activities<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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We have endless teambuilding games and ideas to suit your requirements. These fun and exciting challenges will make you think and work hard.<\/b><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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