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Loch Lomond Highland Games 2009
18th July - BallochThe games are held each year in Balloch Castle Country Park, situated close to Balloch Castle on the shores of Loch Lomond.
The Games were started in July 1967 by a group of local businessmen who were keen to promote the area and restore its popularity with local people and tourists alike. Approximately 10-15,000 visitors come to the Games each year.
www.loch-lomond-highland-games.com
Luss Highland Games 2009
24th JulyA more beautiful or romantic location for Highland Gathering could hardly have been
chosen ; the River Luss bounds one side with Loch Lomond in the background whilst the wooded policies of Camstradden and the rugged Luss Hills complete a scenic picture that has evoked much appreciation and is a prime example of the outstanding scenery in this part of Scotland.
www.lusshighlandgames.co.uk
Lomond Folk Festival 2009
Friday 24th July to Sunday 26th July The Lomond Folk Festival is held annually during the month of July at Balloch on the shores of Loch Lomond.www.lomondfolkfestival.com
Lomond Mountain Rescue Team
Lomond is one of the busiest Mountain Rescue Teams in Scotland. It has been coming to the aid of walkers, climbers and tourists for over forty years, since its foundation in 1967.The Team covers an area of over 1000 square miles in one of the most popular mountain areas of Scotland. The Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park sees over two million visitors a year, 50,000 walkers annually attempt the West Highland Way and Ben Lomond itself has over 30,000 walkers and climbers each year.
www.lomondmrt.org.uk