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2 FREE overnight mooring for hotel and and dining guests hotel & seafood restaurant Sail away to seafood heaven SMALL COUNTRY HOTEL OF THE YEAR HOTEL CHEF OF THE YEAR HOTEL SOUS-CHEF OF THE YEAR HOUSEKEEPER OF THE YEAR REGIONAL WINNER ARGYLL & LOMONDS Just 10 miles north of Oban on Loch Linnhe s eastern shore. LAT: N LONG: W A la carte lunch and dinner served daily in our lochside restaurant. Refreshments and meals available in the bar and on our terrace. Therapeutic & sports massage. Finnish sauna, showers & toilets. Overnight moorings FREE to hotel and dining guests. Port Appin, Argyll PA38 4DE

3 THE MARINA TEAM Marina Manager Ranulph McLauchlan Harbour Master Hamish McLauchlan Marina Slip Team Phil Slocombe Andrew Berry Duncan Turner Fraser Bothry Jack Waldie Engineering Technicians Stuart Carss Andrew Colquhoun Phil Slocombe Office Manager Louise Mackay Accountant Maurice Duncan Customer Procurement Elizabeth MacNeill Reception & Chandlery Sally Thomson Victoria Golding Dunstaffnage Marina Dunbeg, Oban, PA37 1PX Reception Fax Website The Wide Mouth Frog Dunbeg, Oban, PA37 1PX Reception Fax Website CONTENTS 3 The Marina Team 4 Welcome to Dunstaffnage 6 The Marina 9 Marina Facilities & Information 16 General Safety Guidelines 22 Northern Wanderer Charter 25 Moonshadow Yacht Charter 26 Etive Explorer 28 Local Heritage & Adventures 31 Pontoon Plan 32 Tidal Information 39 Useful Numbers Published by D-Tech Publishing Ltd., Suite 3.3 Station House, 34 St Enoch Square, Glasgow G1 4DF. Telephone This yearbook is fully protected by copyright and nothing may be printed wholly or in part without the written permission of the publishers. The proprietors of this publication are publishers and not agents, or subagents of those who advertise therein. They cannot be held liable for any loss suffered as a result of information gained from this publication. The views expressed by authors of articles published in this publication are solely those of the author and are not necessarily the views of or shared by the publisher or the directors, shareholders and/or employees of D-Tech Publishing Ltd. 3

4 WELCOME TO DUNSTAFFNAGE The last 18 months has been a particularly busy period for all the staff and customers based here at the Marina. The reason for this is that we have implemented some significant changes and updates to the Marina to freshen up and keep abreast with the ever changing ways of operating a Five Gold Anchor Marina. The biggest project by far was installing the 184 metre concrete pontoon facility, now known as leg G and H. Each concrete pontoon is 4-metres wide and is equipped with water delivery and 64amp, 32amp & 16amp power sockets. They were manufactured on site by Gael Force and Orsta Marina Systems. The overall structure is close to 300-tonnes of concrete secured by massive chains and anchors. There is 100 s of metres of electric cabling, water delivery pipes and the whole installation was secured to the sea bed by a local marine specialist firm North West Marine. Coupled with this is the new entrance and fairway. The Marina has done its best to promote knowledge of this important change for mariners and we actually feel the layout of the bay is now much safer and more inviting. The local Mooring Association has been helpful throughout this process as it has required a number of the moorings to be relocated within the bay. There are various lit buoys located at the entrance and fairway to emphasise how to navigate safely. Please contact the Marina office via telephone or VHF channel 37 if you have any concerns. There are two main objectives behind the expansion to the Marina. Firstly, the design of the new pontoons and the angle at which they are situated within our configuration will attenuate waves and fetch that advance through the bay entrance and the eastern side of the Marina. We know this has already protected large portions of the internal configuration of the marina which is great news for all. Secondly, the Marina is aiming to attract and accommodate larger vessels that explore the area locally and further afield to the Western Isles. The vast length of the concrete pontoon enables vessels of 150ft or more to stay at the Marina and enjoy its facilities. Our market research has seen an increase in Super Yachts from the UK and in particular abroad visiting the area. Apart from possessing some of the best sailing grounds in the world, (official) Scotland does offer an exciting opportunity for these large vessels to enjoy the countryside without some of the security issues that exist in other parts of the world. The summer of 2016 was our first season using the new pontoon facility and without any real marketing we welcomed Ebb Tide a 27m Royal Huisman Sailing Yacht and Flyer II a 20m Swan (winner of the Whitbread Cup in ). Both vessels liked it so much they stayed all summer. These beautiful sailing vessels added to the already fantastic range of vessels that berthed at Dunstaffnage in that season. The 2017 Year Book contains some great information which I know will aid you with understanding what is available for you at Dunstaffnage. I hope your stay with us is pleasurable and we look forward to meeting you soon. Happy Sailing! Ranulph McLauchlan Marina Manager 4

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6 THE MARINA Dunstaffnage Marina can be found in probably the best location on the West Coast of Scotland for sailing. We are situated 3 miles North of the busy town Oban, tucked into the natural bay that is Dunstaffnage Bay. We consider ourselves to be an ideal spring board to any of the inner and outer Isles. Associated Organisations & Awards Awarded 5 Gold Anchors The Yacht Harbour Association Member of the British Marine Federation Finalist of Scotland s Best Marina 2016 SOLA Awards Member of Super Yacht UK Member of The Yacht Harbour Association Berthing We currently have 250 fully serviced year round berths. We can offer short term or long term berthing for vessels of all lengths by using our standard size visitor berths (12m) and our new concrete breakwater and super yacht pontoon (184m). Diesel is dispensed from the fuel hammerhead D, which is the 3rd hammerhead from the western end. Summer Afloat Summer berthing is provided on the pontoons within the areas protected by the outer breakwater pontoons. Our summer tariff commences on 1st April each year and runs until 30th September. If you are interested in booking a summer or annual package please contact the Marina office. 6

7 Wintering Ashore The Marina has storage ashore for approximately 180 vessels either in cradles or on shores. Our policy is to store vessels with masts down. Our winter tariff commences on 1st October and runs until 31st March. Water and electricity is available in all parts of the storage area. If you are interested in booking a winter or annual package please contact the Marina office. Lifting Facilities Our comprehensive lifting facilities can operate at most states of the tide. Our 40 ton Wise travel hoist is available for the larger beamier vessels and our original Wise travel hoist is able to lift vessels of up to 18 ton. An onsite derrick is available for the removal and stepping of masts. All these operations are covered by our ISO 9001 accreditation. Servicing and Repairs As an accredited ISO9001 Marina Services Business we offer a wide range of in house marine engineering and electrical repairs. In our 5000 sq. workshop we can work on up to six vessels in any weather. From engine refits, electrical work, hull repairs in wood, steel and GRP, stainless steel fabrication and rigging repairs. Varnishing and painting refurbishment both interior and exterior is undertaken as well, along with day-to-day running repairs and engine/outboard servicing. Our experienced team of full time personnel can offer advice on all aspects of maintenance and repairs to your vessel. We also offer services within the electrics and electronics. Ray Marine Dunstaffnage Marina is now a fully operating Ray Marine Dealer. We have a stand located within our shop & chandlery exhibiting some of the fantastic new equipment from the Ray Marine range. If you are interested in any of the products then more information can be obtained from our chandlery staff. 7

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9 MARINA FACILITIES & INFORMATION Marina Office The Marina s main office is on the top floor above the West Coast, which is prominently placed in the centre of the Marina. Registration of boats should be made on the day of arrival and all payments and enquiries can be made in the West Coast reception. The Reception/Shop is open 7 days a week from to from mid-may to mid-august. Normal open hours are from to The Office is open from to Monday-Friday all year around. A listening watch on VHF Channel 37 (M1) is maintained during office hours. Security The Marina provides 24hr CCTV video security covering the Marina grounds, car parks, pontoons, shower and toilet block. A key entry system operates at the Marina for the pontoon gate (for your security, please close it after use). The key also opens the shower/toilet block and road barrier, these keys are available from the Marina reception for a 20 returnable deposit. Boat Keys & Mail We are happy to hold boat keys both for emergency purposes and access by third parties where we have been advised by prior notification. If your vessel is with us annually we ask you leave a spare set in the office should our Slip Team need to access it. We are also able to receive/hold/post any mail provided the postage is paid. Wi-Fi There is free Wi-Fi coverage on all the pontoons. This is available to all customers and the passcode can be obtained from the reception. Speed The speed in the bay is 4 knots. Please manoeuvre your boat with consideration for the other Marina users by not creating unnecessary wash. Visitors are asked to call the marina either by telephone or radio prior to arriving to be allocated a suitable berth. Booking forms and our current rates are available through the marina office. Showers, Toilets & Laundry The showers, toilets and laundry facilities are located on the ground floor of the Marina s main building along the concrete roadway in the direction of the workshop. These are fully accessible for the disabled. A magnetic key fob is required to gain access to the shower block; this can be acquired from the West Coast for a 20 deposit. Laundry Facilities are coin operated. 9

10 Electricity Please ensure there are no live electricity cables lying on the pontoon, and avoid overloading the supply to your vessel because this can cause a fire or trip the switches. There are 16amp, 32amp and 64amp outlets available, if in doubt of your usage please ask a member of staff. The Marina does not permit the use of portable electric meters. This decision was taken due to the fire safety hazards surrounding them. Should you wish to use electricity, there is a compulsory set rate. Weather Forecast and Tide Table The daily weather forecasts and Tide Table can be found in the West coast window display. Dinghies Dinghies should not be left on the pontoon walkways or in a vessels berth; if you need to leave your dinghy for an extended period it may be left in the locked Dinghy Store (code can be obtained from the shop reception). However, please note that the Marina will not take responsibility for it as the Dinghy Store is managed by the Dunstaffnage Bay Mooring Owners Association. Red Diesel Due to legislation regarding the resale and use of red diesel, we have had to prohibit the movement of red diesel on Marina property. We must ask all customers to sign a fuel declaration form when they purchase fuel and all fuel must be paid for at time of purchase. Customers handling petrol are requested to use extreme care at all times. Diesel is dispensed from the fuel hammerhead D, which is the 3rd hammerhead from the western end. Trolleys Trolleys are provided for the convenience of our customers and should be returned to the trolley park after use. The trolley park is located at the head of the gangway. Please avoid overloading your trolley, especially at low water as it can run away from you down the bridge. Children should not be allowed to play with these trolleys as accidents can happen! There are floats in the trolleys to aid with the recovery from the water should they fall in, please do not remove these. Please return your trolleys for other users of the Marina. Thank you. Pets Pets can be exercised within the Marina s grassed areas, but should at all times be kept under control. Please ensure that your pets do not foul the pontoons, grassed areas or car parks. We kindly ask owners to pick up any fouling. Heads Please do not use your vessel s WCs in the Marina. Our Facilities are available 24 hours a day. If you require a pump out facility, please see a member of staff in office for details. Waste Disposal Two skips are provided at the head of the gangway for the disposal of general waste. Please take extra care with your litter and rubbish to avoid damaging the environment. Colour coded glass bins are located there too. Disposal points for batteries, refrigerators and waste oil can be found adjacent to the green engineering workshop shed near the shop. Car Parking Entitlement Overnight stays of any duration will require a permit for which a charge will occur. Permits are available from the West Coast. Berth holders and Mooring Association holders are entitled to two car parking passes per berth; parking is free for berth/mooring holders where such permits are displayed. Parking for day visitors to the marina is also free. If you would like to leave your car for short term storage when you are sailing, please inform office staff and we will provide a permit for a separate charge. 10

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13 Car Parking and Security We have two car parking areas. The top car park is for overnight residents and visitors to the restaurant as well as the Marina. The main marina car park is located to the left of the slipway at the lower level (by the sea) overflow parking is past the workshop at the far western end of the boat yard. Please remember if in doubt about where to park your vehicle, or if you think that you may impede the movement of any vessels, trailers or machinery, contact a member of the staff. Please, drive carefully within the confines of the marina and observe the speed limit at all times, take care crossing any speed ramps. The monitored barrier system with 24 hour CCTV will record all vehicles entering the lower car parking area. Primarily this is for the security of our berth holders, however parking for short term customers who wish to sail from here is available on request. West Coast Our shop & chandlery stocks a range of Douglas Gill clothing and Dubarry quality leather footwear. International Marine products, varnish and painting accessories, personal protective clothing, safety equipment, and cleaning products. We also sell fuel and oil filters to fit most popular engines, skin fittings, tinned electric cable, electrical fittings, impellers, engine spares, English Braid ropes, anodes, if we haven t got it in stock we will endeavour to get it for you. Onsite Hotel Restaurant, Bistro and Bar The Frog stands proudly on the grass bank over-looking the delightful Dunstaffnage Castle and the Marina. It operates all year round and is rated by Visit Scotland as a three star restaurant with rooms. The Frog has a friendly and informal atmosphere, catering for Marina customers and tourists staying in the Oban area. The Frog has 9 well-equipped ensuite bedrooms. With two fully accessible suites at ground level making it accessible for everyone. The Bar is open until late offering a comprehensive range of draught beers, cider, and lager, including local real ale. Also fine wines and champagne for celebrating anything you like. To finish off your evening they have a selection of liqueurs, brandy and malt whisky. In the winter months the restaurant s wood burning stove is lit daily adding to the ambience of this relaxed and friendly hotel. Bookings are already coming in for sailing events this year such as the West Highland Week in July-August adding several musters and shore based events. The Wide Mouthed Frog is open daily. All bookings will take priority and therefore is recommended. Breakfast: , Lunch: , Evening Meal: Dunbeg Village Store & Groceries Our local shop is within easy walking distance (500mtr) from the Marina, pushbikes are sometimes available and supplied for your convenience by the store. Dunbeg Village Stores provides an excellent choice of Groceries, Fresh Fruit & Vegetables, Toiletries, Newspapers and Magazines. The store is also our local Post Office, with a cash dispenser for debit cards. For safety reasons, please refrain from walking through the yard. The shop opening hours are: Monday-Friday to 22.00, Saturday to 22.00, Sunday to Terms and Conditions The terms and conditions of Marina use are based on guidelines issued by the Yacht Harbour Association, and British Marine Industries Federation. Our full terms and conditions are available from the West Coast which we recommend Marina users read. Also, all Marina users are required to hold third party liability insurance to a minimum value of 2,000,000. Brokerage The Dunstaffnage Marina Brokerage service has been operating with Boat Shed Scotland for many years with much success in selling vessels not only attracting buyers locally but also from other parts of the UK and Europe. Boatshed Scotland have a no sale no fee policy and as they have 55 offices operating worldwide, every boat listed with the Dunstaffnage brokerage will be marketed throughout the entire Boatshed network. 13

14 In combining our brokerage and Boatshed Scotland we are able to offer a full brokerage service to anyone wishing to sell their boat, incorporating the services of the largest used boat brokerage with over 500,000 registered users. Please speak to a member of staff or contact Ian Sawkins from Boatshed Scotland. The Rigg, 53 Castlepark Drive, Fairlie, Largs, West Scotland, KA29 0DG boats@boatshedscotland.com Tel: , Mob: Accredited Contractors We are an ISO: 9001 Marina and our services meet quality assured standards. This means we only use accredited contractors at the Marina. We were the first Marina in the UK to achieve this accreditation; making every member of our team proud. Your comments and input is hugely valuable and we aim to continuously improve the business with your help. To fully comply we are required to provide a list of accredited suppliers and contractors, ensuring all work undertaken on our business premises meets our standards and all have third party insurance cover. We trust you will be pleased with this arrangement and support our accredited suppliers, contractors and advertisers in our year book. An updated list of approved suppliers and contractors is available in the Marina office upon request. Anyone wishing to carry out work at the Marina must seek permission from the Marina Reception as well as sign in. Additionally, if the boat owner/s is not on site the Marina will need to be notified in advance by the owner/s to authorise the release of keys etc. Contractors Only Registered contractors may be permitted to work on your vessel and use the parking or berthing facilities within the Marina. We ask all contractors to sign a registration book on arrival and departure. Marina users should satisfy themselves that they have taken all reasonable precautions against theft and loss of property. The Marina cannot be held responsible for any loss, theft or damage caused by a third party. Forbes Boat Care Michael Forbes (Mif) is a preferred contractor, carrying out boat valeting, cleaning and polishing work. Well known in the trade for many years now, Mif worked here in his youth for a time before branching out on his own. Mif is based at Barcaldine which is quite near and passes Dunstaffnage Marina on a daily basis. If you need a quote for cutting and polishing your hull or interior valeting, please enquire at the West Coast to get your request underway. Argyll Blast Service Specialists in the removal of anti-foul and Gel Coat preparation for Epoxy Treatment. All types of paint and rust removal from solid substrates are no longer a problem at Dunstaffnage Marina. Flaking anti-foul; rusting keels or even vintage vehicle parts can all be returned to good as new condition, by using various types of abrasive the impossible can be achieved. After removal you can either have an epoxy treatment, or several base coats of standard primer followed by the anti-foul of your choice. Giving your vessel hull a new lease of life, the work can be project managed with the supervision of a surveyor, ensuring the work is fully documented. You can also get a written surveyors report on completion which can add value to your vessel when offered for sale. Contact details: Tel: ; info@argyllblastservices.com Owen Sails We are working together with Owen Sails to benefit our clients, making sail repairs and sail replacement easier and less tedious. From sail and spray hood valeting and repairs, to new sails, spray hoods and spray dodgers. Also all rigging repairs or replacement standing and running rigging, stack packs to jack stays, if its canvas or rigging Owen Sails are here. 14

15 You will often see Owen Sails at the Marina during summer and winter months. Contact details: Tel: ; Timber Repairs We have on site timber repair specialists available, all are fully skilled in boat building and repair work at all levels. If you require either interior or exterior work in any timber of your choice to be quoted for, please don t hesitate to ask. GRP Repairs Dunstaffnage has invested heavily in GRP repair work in recent years by sending team members on specialised courses. These team members have now gained City and Guilds qualifications in GRP and Gelcoat repairs. In recent months we have carried out several osmosis treatments using epoxy Gel shield and a number of polyester glass fibre repairs to both topsides and keels. This in turn has brought in new bow-thruster tube fittings and hull repainting to several boats. We try to be as competitive as possible and offer good rates on GRP and paintwork refinishing. that we cannot undertake for whatever reason, we do have suppliers and contractors who are authorised to carry out work at our Marina, although please ensure the Marina is informed if doing so. In these difficult economic times we urge all our customers to support our advertisers whenever possible, your support is valued at all times and we thank you. Community Engagement The Marina is proud to support the MCA Coastguard, Oban Sea Cadets, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Police Scotland Diving Unit, RNLI and The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS). HM Coastguard Dunstaffnage Marina is proud to be the base for H.M. Coastguards patrol boat, Hunter and the Hawk. Her skipper and crew keep us up to date with all marine safety information and are always pleased to help with any safety advice you may need. Gas Systems Gas systems can be checked and, if a failure is found, remedial work can be undertaken by our competent gas engineer/s. We are able to fit new cookers, fridges etc. If you need further information about gas systems, please contact a staff member or visit the Engineering Office. Engineering With closure of the reputable Marine Resource Centre, Dunstaffnage has welcomed some new and old customers to its shores. So with more boats ashore this winter we have been a little tight for space in our workshop. Yet our engineering team have winterised and serviced more engines this year than in the past, with a certain amount of work for new customers being undertaken over the winter season. We are only too pleased to quote for any requirements you may have. However if you require work 15

16 GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES DO NOT run on walkways or pontoons as they can be slippery when wet or icy in frosty weather. DO use the handrails on the access bridge. DO NOT cut corners across the pontoons. Please remember alcohol can impair your ability to walk along the pontoons safely! We advise that lifejackets should be worn at ALL times. A general rule for any accident. If in doubt, dial 999 and request the relevant services. Safety Information We comply with recommended safety guidelines issued by the National Marina Federation. Lifebuoys and access points are provided at strategic points. However, the Marina pontoons float so due care must be taken. We recommend that children should always be in the company of an adult and everyone wear suitable life jackets when on the pontoons and on board any vessel. Berth holders should ensure that their guests are aware of safety considerations and we advise that the berth holder should accompany guests on the pontoons. The Marina is a sailing location and we strive to be better so it is natural that maintenance to the pontoons and other facilities will be on-going, so please take extra care. First Aid If you are in need of a first aider at work. Please contact the Marina office by phone, VHF or personally. One of our 10 certified First Aiders will be able assist. AED DEFIBRULATOR. This device is located at the shop/ reception door. Importantly, the shore side of the building. Emergency Tow The Marina has 3 operational work boats. Depending on the circumstances, these can be used by Marina staff to assist/recover vessels in need locally. If you require this service please contact the Marina office via phone or VHF Channel 37. Fire In the unlikely event of fire breaking out on the pontoons, get to safety then dial 999 for the Fire Brigade, the Coastguard can be alerted on Ch 16. Please alert the Marina Staff by calling on VHF Ch37 (M1) or calling The pontoon area should be evacuated, all personnel should make their way ashore to the upper and lower car parks, but please do not impede the fire brigade. Our fire extinguishers are located on the pontoons; see the marina plan in this booklet to find your nearest fire point. Our conditions expect each vessel to carry at least one fire extinguisher approved to BS 5306, and are in good working order ready for immediate use. 16

17 RNLI Coastal Safety As a prospective or existing boat owner I am sure that you have supported the RNLI previously by putting money in a collection box. There is however even more options to help the RNLI to help you! Advice On board Why not have one of our volunteers come on board your boat and discuss your individual boats safety equipment confidentially and at your convenience. Calling for Help! Why not get some club mates or friends together and request an RNLI calling for help demo. These demos include instruction on how to fire flares, use a DSC VHF radio and many more modern and traditional ways of announcing you are in distress or require assistance. Man Overboard Demo Have you ever tried to get somebody back on board your boat? Why not give it a try on board your boat using different methods and a RNLI dummy. This demo can be done for individual boats and is best attended by all the crew. Sea Survival Demo What s it like to be in a life raft? If you hire the pool we can provide the life raft and qualified instructors to give you a taste of abandoning ship. To make it even more real why not wear a lifejacket and oilskins and discover what it is all really like. Follow our top six tips Wear a lifejacket Check your engine, fuel and sails Tell somebody where you are going Carry means of calling for help Keep an eye on the weather and tides Get training We at Coastal Safety are here to help you, your family and friends be safe and enjoy boating. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require help, an Advice Onboard or any of our demos. Michael Avril RNLI Community Incident Reduction Manager Scotland & N England 17

18 Environment & Wildlife Dunstaffnage Bay is home to many different species of wild life; Ducks, Swans, Otters and Seals to name a few, please look after them by not discarding any oil or plastic debris that may be harmful or unnecessarily disturb them. Should any waste enter the sea or surrounding area, please contact a member of staff immediately and explain the situation. Should you need to use a spill kit and or an oil spill containment boom please see the Marina layout, which denotes locations of these. DO use the correct facilities provided for waste oil, oily material, antifoul ant paints, batteries, varnishes etc. DO NOT use the general waste area for hazardous wastes like gas cylinders and electricals. DO recycle where possible. Time expired pyrotechnics can be disposed of at the Marina by prior arrangement. Please see a member of staff in the office. 18

19 Project Kraken What is Project Kraken? Project Kraken delivers an enhanced crime and counter terrorist vigilance capability within the maritime environment of Scotland. It engages key stakeholders together with local communities to provide a hostile environment to terrorists and criminals looking to disrupt the everyday lives and safety of those who live, work, or travel through Scotland. Through enhanced criminal and counter terrorist awareness and a promotion in the exchange of information, Scotland can continue to be a safe place to live, work and relax for all. What to look for Filming adjacent to energy-related critical infrastructure, military bases, bridges and significant infrastructure. Filming security procedures whilst loitering around maritime facilities. Evasive answers to common boating questions; deliberate attempts to avoid contact with others or draw attention. Unusual activity, particularly late at night or early in the morning. Lack of or inappropriate equipment and knowledge for the environment. For example, boats moving at night with no navigational lighting; or crews of above average size, poor boat handling or inadequate dress. Insertion of strange objects into the waterways near bridges, pipes or critical infrastructure at unusual times or without normal support. Vessels entering designated maritime restricted areas (e.g. Adjacent to nuclear power plants, airports, etc.) or fishermen in non-typical locations. Suspicious characters or rentals. Someone asking to alter the usual route or trip a charter takes. Inappropriate large cash payments, daily extension of marina or port mooring. Efforts to gain employment at sensitive sites or with outside agencies who have access to potential targets. Deliberate recording of departure/docking procedures to include loading and off-loading of vehicles. Filming of security procedures/id checks within a ferry terminal facility. Suspicious craft in close proximity to vessels underway and at the docking facility. Attempts to abandon a vehicle on-board a ferry and walk ashore. Consecutive round trips on the same ferry. Persons walking around the vessel, independent of each other, taking notes ostensibly on operations and meeting as a group after their observations are recorded to compare notes. If you suspect it, report it Call Police Scotland on 101 and quote Project Kraken. 19

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22 NORTHERN WANDERER CHARTER David Leaver is our resident (retired) RYA Ocean Yacht master Instructor (Sail & Power) with over 380,000 miles experience at sea. David is a qualified zoologist and wildlife guide, he is also a published writer and photographer and keen to share his knowledge with his guests. Four guests are usually taken although the yacht can take up to five for group bookings. Aboard his comfortable ocean going ketch Saltwater Gypsy, chosen for the all-round vision in the saloon which is a relaxing enjoyable place to spend evenings at anchor in secluded places. During the cruises, crowded harbours like Tobermory are normally avoided in favour of visiting and exploring the more remote islands and seeing their wildlife eagles, otters, whales, dolphins and basking sharks and a profusion of fabulous flora. Full information available: info@northernwanderer.co.uk Tel Mob:

23 John Shepherd Boat Transport UK & Europe Etive Taxis Oban Distance No Object 24 Hour Service Tel: Mob: People Carriers Available Airport Contracts E:

24 No.1 1st 1st for for for Service 1st 1st for for 1st for Value 1st for for OPENING HOURS PARKINGFootwear, Life Jackets, Outboards, Clothing, more... Mon - Fri 9am pm FREE & EASY Buoyancy Parking Aids and lots, Sat 9am - 4pm in our ownlots Sun 10am - 3pm Car Park OPENING HOURS Mon - Fri 9am pm Sat 9am - 4pm Sun 10am - 3pm (Mar - Sep) PARKING 7 Scotland Street, Glasgow G5 8NL Tel: Fax: sales@duncanyachtchandlers.co.uk FREE & EASY Parking in our own Car Park o.u 7 Scotland Street, Glasgow G5 8NL Tel: Fax: sales@duncanyachtchandlers.co.uk Mast & Rigging Services Ltd Furlex Rodkickers Spinnaker Poles Booms Standing & Running Rigging Kip Marina Inverkip PA16 0AS Tel: Fax: mastandrigging@kipmarina.fsnet.co.uk Scottish Regional Technical Centre for Selden Masts. d u n c a n y a c h t. c for Choice for Advice for PriceYACHT CHANDLERS for 1st Service 1st for Advice Service Why not pay us a visit and see our vast rangeadvice of Chandlery, Electronics, Inflatables, Outboards, Clothing, Footwear, for Price 1st Value 1st for Price Value Life Jackets, Buoyancy Aids and lots, lots more Why not pay us a visit and see our vast Choice Choice range of Chandlery, Electronics, Inflatables, ww 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st Scotland's w PROUDLY SUPPORTING BOATING SINCE 1961 DUNCAN'S k MURRAY CORMACK ASSOCIATES CONDITION SURVEYS - DAMAGE SURVEYS NAVAL ARCHITECTURE CONSULTANCY SERVICES HEAD OFFICE: OLD BANK HOUSE, INNELLAN, ARGYLL PA23 7TP Tel: Fax: admin@murraycormack.com Website: OFFICES: Clyde: Oban: Design:

25 MOONSHADOW YACHT CHARTER Discover Scotland under sail and join us on board Moonshadow of Lorne for a unique sailing holiday on the West Coast of Scotland, the Hebrides and St Kilda. Cruise Scotland s breath-taking landscapes and wild, rugged coastlines and experience the thrill of sailing an ocean-going yacht. A sailing holiday in Scotland allows you to discover the fascinating history and unique cultural heritage of the Hebrides and enjoy the diverse and abundant wildlife around the Scottish islands. Our cruises depart from Dunstaffnage Marina, near Oban and Kyle of Lochalsh, by the Isle of Skye. Choose from short sailing holidays in the beautiful sheltered waters around Mull and the Inner Hebrides to more adventurous cruising as we sail through the Western Isles and out to the remote St Kilda archipelago. Enjoy true Highland hospitality from your Scottish hosts. Relax in comfortable private en-suite cabins and dine on great food made from fresh local ingredients. Solo travellers, couples, families and groups are warmly welcomed. Moonshadow can also be booked for your exclusive use for private charters for a special celebration or event. For a holiday that leaves you feeling relaxed, refreshed and invigorated, join Colin and Pauline on board Moonshadow this summer. Full details can be found on: admin@symoonshadow.co.uk Tel

26 ETIVE EXPLORER New this season to the Marina is the 10m Blyth Catamaran, Etive Explorer departing daily from Dunstaffnage Marina. It offers a variety of boat trips up Loch Etive and around the Firth of Lorn. A maximum of 12 passengers per trip ensures a relaxing and informative cruise. See their website for full details, All Private and commercial charter enquiries welcome. The boat is also suitable for group diving trips. Call Skipper Chris Jackson for further information. 26

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28 LOCAL HERITAGE & ADVENTURES The Castle across the Bay Dunstaffnage Castle dates back to the 13th century, making it one of Scotland s oldest stone castles in a local group which includes Castle Sween and Castle Tioram. The castle was built around 1220, probably by Duncan MacDougall, son of Dubhgall, Lord of Lorn, and grandson of the great Somerled King of the Isles. Mighty Dunstaffnage saw action during the Wars of Independence ( ), and was famously besieged by King Robert Bruce in 1308, after his victory over the MacDougall s at the Pass of Brander, overlooking Loch Awe. Thereafter, Dunstaffnage remained a royal castle until it passed to the Campbell s, Earls of Argyll, in the 1460s. Late in 1746, Dunstaffnage welcomed one of its more famous guests, Flora MacDonald. This gentle-mannered lady was visiting her brother in South Uist when she met Bonnie Prince Charlie, then fleeing from the Redcoats following his defeat at Culloden in April. Flora agreed to help him escape, and dressed him up as her serving-girl, Betty Burke. Flora, however, was arrested and brought to Dunstaffnage. She remained there but a few days before being escorted to the Tower of London, where she was released the following year. Oban ( An t-òban in Scottish Gaelic meaning The Little Bay ) As a popular holiday resort Oban has a wide range of attractions to suit visitors of all ages, and interests. Restaurants, cafes and bars are plentiful with live bands and ceilidhs. Atlantis Sport and Leisure Centre A great day out for the whole family! Kids will have hours of fun in their multi-level Soft Play Zone with a separate area for under 3s or why not enjoy a splash in their 25 metre pool and the fastest flume on the West Coast. Also offering a range of sporting activities from badminton to rock climbing. Telephone The Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary features over 50 natural Marine Displays, daily talks and feeding demonstrations by our Animal Care Team and the amazing Forest Adventure Play Park. Now featuring The Turtle Shelter! Telephone: Oban Distillery tempts visitors with regular tastings of its fine malt whisky and distillery tours. Take a tour of the senses at Oban Distillery! Telephone Oban War and Peace Museum on Oban s Esplanade contains a fascinating collection of artefacts and photographs depicting the rich cultural history of the busy port town and its people. Telephone

29 Ben Cruachan is the magnificent hallow mountain, home to Cruachan Hydro Electric Power Station Visitor Centre. Here you can discover a unique energy saving method of producing electricity and travel deep into the heart of the mountain to view the massive turbines. Telephone Bonawe Iron Furnace is en-route to Taynult. The most complete charcoal-fuelled ironworks in Britain, Bonawe was founded in Displays bring to life the industrial heritage of the area and illustrate how pig iron was made. Telephone Oban Area Network Map Gallanachmore 431 Corran Brae Kerrera Ferry Slip Glengallan Road Dunollie Main Ferry Terminal Tesco Lynn Road Soroba Road 415 Hospital Dunollie Road Upper Soroba 918 to Ballachullish & Fort William Argyll College/ Dunstaffnage Castle Dunbeg Road End Dunbeg Village Corran Esplanade/ George Street Oban Station Glencruitten Road Co-Op Miller Road Oban High School North Connel Croft Road Mossfield McCaig Road 405 Benderloch Connel Bridge Junction Atlantis Leisure Centre Appin Creagan Longsdale Road Soroba 410 Barcaldine Sealife Centre Achnaba Connel Village Ardchattan Taynuilt Nant Drive Bonawe Loch Etive Cruachan Barachander Inverinan Summer Only Fernoch Loch Awe Kilchrenan Knock Dhu 976 to Inveraray & Glasgow Dalmally 403 Loch Awe Inverawe Smokery is located nearby on the banks of the River Awe. Inverawe has something for everyone, be it fishing, finding out how salmon is smoked, exploring the many trails and tracks, feeding the fish or enjoying their delicious food in the Smokery Café. Telephone Also in the area is indoor and outdoor swimming, windsurfing, horse riding, sea kayaking, walking, diving, water skiing and golf. There are numerous art galleries, museums, potteries and traditional jewellers, all with gifts and collectables to suit every budget. ISLE OF EASDALE Getting About You can hire a car from several local companies, or bicycle if you prefer to be self-propelled. Or travel by railway to and from Glasgow, the train stops at all stations on route. Alternatively you can take the bus to Campbeltown via Lochgilphead and Inverness via Fort William. There is a taxi rank at the station and a number of private hire companies in the area. Ferry 418 North Cuan 418 Ellenabeich Ferry South Cuan ISLE OF LUING Clachan Seil Balvicar Kilmore Arduaine Craobh Haven Ardfern Kilninver Kames Barran Estate Kilmelford Kilmartin 423 to Lochgilphead and Ardrishaig Kilmun Dalavich (Sundays Only) 415 Loch Awe Bus services (seasonal) First ScotRail Terminus Bus Stop Other useful websites are Or Contact Oban Tourist Information Centre Argyll Square, Oban PA34 4AT Telephone: Produced by

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32 TIDAL INFORMATION Tidal Constants for places on the West Coast of Scotland Add to (+) or deduct from ( ) High Water at Oban H M Inveraray 5 30 Iona Sound 0 10 Islay, Port Ellen 2 00 Jura (Small Isles) 3 00 Loch Aline Lochalsh, Kyleakin Loch Boisdale L. Broom (ul.pl) Loch Dunvegan Loch Eil (head) *Loch Feochan 0 05 Loch Inver (head) L.Leven (head) Loch Maddy Mallaig Mull of Kintyre 5 00 Portree Port Appin 0 05 Port Askaig 0 45 Seil Sound 0 25 Stornoway Tobermory Tiree (Scarnish) W Loch Tarbert, Kintyre 3 30 W Loch Tarbert, Harris H M Ardrishaig 5 35 Arisaig Ballachuilish Barra Head Bonawe Bunessan 0 15 Campbeltown 5 30 Canna Carsaig, Mull 0 10 Coll, Arinagour Colonsay 0 10 Connel Corpach Corran Narrows Craighouse 3 00 Crinan 0 47 Craobh Marina 1 00 *Cuan Ferry 0 20 Dover Duart Dunstaffnage Bay Easdale 0 25 E Loch Tarbert, Harris Gigha Sound 3 30 Glasgow 5 20 *NOTE: Cuan Sound The Northward tidal stream in the sound begins 4 hours 20 minutes after high water at Oban and the Southward stream begins 2 hours before high water at Oban. *Loch Feochan low water springs occur 2 hours after L.W Oban In the S. of Jura S. of L. Crinan the rise of the tide occurs mainly during three and a half hours following L.W and the fall during three and a half hours following H.W during the remaining periods the changes in level are usually small and irregular. 32

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38 Oban has a wide selection of excellent restaurants with sea food a speciality, and being known as The seafood Capital Of Scotland. There are a good variety of shops and many attractions and trips to enjoy. Oban has an uncanny way of bringing out the romantic and mystical side of its visitors. With mists which roll in, and the gentle pitter patter of the evening rain, it truly is a spiritual and magical destination. Oban offers a fabulous variety of accommodation to suit your all of your holiday requirements. With a resident population of approximately 8,500, Oban is the Gateway to the Isles with panoramic views of the mountains, Lochs and Islands. Giving easy access to all of the nearby Islands, it is the biggest hub on the West Coast of Scotland giving access to all the Inner and Outer Hebrides. Pick up one of our Explore Oban Map Guides from the Marina Shop and Tourist Information Offices in Oban, Tyndrum, Tobermory, Gretna Green, and Craignure. Also from Accommodation Providers including B & B s, Guest Houses, Hotels, Caravan Parks and all Self Catering accommodations. It may also be found in all advertiser s premises, and all Public Transportation offices throughout Argyll, including Scotrail, Calmac Ferry Terminal and West Coast Motors. The Map Guide is also mailed to Travel agents in England, Germany, France and USA. For your complete guide to the Oban area, check our website at Or if you are in Oban, visit our Map Board opposite West Coast Motors In the town centre. To advertise in The Map Guide, Map Board and Website, helen@explorescotland.net or Tel: Seadogs boat trips operate from the pontoons by the old slipway at Kyle. This is where the famous Skye Ferry ran before the bridge was opened in October From this point on Lochalsh we can go North or South to explore the sea around the Isle of Skye. If you want to see the castle from a unique perspective, then come with us. The castle from the sea is a view that few people get. Trips to other islands and harbours such as the Isla of Rhum, Raasay or the beautiful harbour on Rhona. Maybe you d like to see the famous villages of Applecross or Plockton. It would be unusual to take a trip and not see some of the local wildlife that include seals, dolphins and sea eagles. If you have read the book Ring of Brightwater, you may enjoy a trip to see the place where it all took place. On the way there we go through the KyleRhea, where the sea races through the narrow gap, a spectacular experience if the tides right! On the way through we will pass the only manually operated turntable ferry in Scotland the Glenachulish. Fishing rods are onboard if you fancy seeing if there s anything about, fish are returning as more areas are protected from commercial fishing. You can take your catch home or just release it back to the lochs. The views of the mountains and shoreline from the boat is spectacular. As we cruise down Loch Alsh and into Loch Duich, or Loch Hourn. More and more amazing views appear as we round the next corner, bring a camera and take some memories home. Picnic meals are available from our local deli. Beautiful seafood rolls, freshly made for you. We can go to a remote cove, drop anchor and admire the view whilst enjoying your picnic. Seadogs Boat Trips Ferry Road Kyle Of Lochalsh IV40 8AF

39 USEFUL NUMBERS Dunstaffnage Marina Main Number The Wide Mouthed Frog Maritime Organisations Stornoway Coastguard HM Customs Crinan Canal Caledonian Canal Public Services Police (Albany St, Oban) Doctor (Soroba Road, Oban) Doctor (Connel) Pharmacy (34-38 George Street, Oban) Hospital (Glengallan Road, Oban) Dentist (21 Argyll Square, Oban) Veterinary (Tweedale St, Oban) Car Hire Hazlebank Motors Flit Car Hire Travel Scot Rail Caledonian Macbrayne Citylink Buses Glasgow Airport Edinburgh Airport Oban Airport or Scottish Tourist Board Taxis Loch Etive Oban Taxis West Coast Post Office & Groceries Dunbeg Village Stores Tesco (Lochside, Oban) Banks/Building Societies Oban has a Royal Bank of Scotland, a Bank of Scotland, Clydesdale Bank, Lloyds TSB, Yorkshire Building Society and Nationwide. They all open normal working hours and are all in or around the town centre. ATMs can be found along George Street, and also at Tesco. 39

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