Climbing and camping at Luwazi

The MCU is running another overnight climbing/camping trip to Luwazi on the June 25-26. Luwazi Rock is a rock roughly 45mins drive from Kampala where the Club climbs regularly. The rock has a number of different sport routes of varying abilities. If you do not have your own climbing gear then gear can be rented from the Club for the trip. Email Magali at magali.balaud(AT)gmail(DOT)com

With any questions. To register please put your name and contact details in the google doc.

Gear hire is:
Shoes – 10,000
Harness + belay device – 10,000
Rope – 40,000 (shared)

June Kayaking Weekend

Hankering for a weekend out of the city? Our next kayak weekend will be June 18-19 at the Hairy Lemon Uganda and non-kayakers are super welcome to join us for some chilled out island time (http://hairylemonuganda.com/). Once a month, MCU heads to the Nile for discounted lessons with the stellar team at Kayak the Nile (U) Ltd and kayakers of all abilities (especially beginners!) are welcome.

Please note that there is no shuttle available to the Lemon and you absolutely MUST book lodging in advance – it’s an island and they need to plan enough food and drinks for us!

Seven Hills Walk

Legend has it that Kampala, like Rome, is a city that was built on seven hills. The city derives its name Kampala for the Luganda work “Kasozi ka Mpala” which means a Hill of many Impala. The Kampala of today comprises of 21 hills, but a walk through the 7 Hills will give you the opportunity to explore the genesis of the present day city.

The 7 hills are; Nsambya, Kibuli, Nakasero, Old Kampala, Namirembe, Lubaga, Lubiri. A route between the hills along paths and feeder road takes approx 6 hours. The walk will be led by Deo Lubega (0712890369). The start and finish point will be the Moonland Gardens on Nsambya-Gaba Road (a safe place to park with a small charge).

Mihingo Run and Mountain Bike Race

Come check out the 4th Annual Mihingo Conservation Foundation – Mihingo Marathon scheduled for Saturday 4th June 2016, near Lake Mburo National Park.

This spectacular event will have both running and mountain biking races for both individuals and teams. You cannot miss this opportunity to run along with the zebras!

All funds raised will be used by MCF to reduce the human-wildlife conflict around Lake Mburo and link communities to the benefits of living alongside wildlife. Last year MCF compensated 153 livestock (122 cows and 31 goats) killed or injured by leopard and hyena.

So come and run for conservation and see exactly what the MCF is working to protect during your race.

Check out Activate Uganda’s website for more details

Mt. Kadam Hike in Karamoja

What: MCU Hike of Mount Kadam in Beautiful Karamoja (3063 meters)

Departure: Thursday, June 2nd after work

Return: Sunday, June 5th before bedtime

Max 15 Hikers: contact matt.battani@gmail.com to sign up

Raingear is essential for this hike given the time of year. Kadam is lush at the moment as rains have been heavy. Each hiker will also need a good tent, sleeping roll and sleeping bag rated down to 5 C or so. Those with extra gear should bring it to help provide for our guides that don’t have their own. We’ll cook as a group and include our guides in the meals.

Overnight Luwazi Rock Climbing

What: Luwazi Climbing Trip

When: Saturday, May 28th – Sunday, May 29th

Meet: Oasis Mall on Saturday at 7:00am

We’ll climb all day Saturday and for about two hours on Sunday morning.

Luwazi Rock is a rock roughly 45mins drive from Kampala where the Club climbs regularly. The rock has a number of different sport routes of varying abilities. If you do not have your own climbing gear then gear can be rented from the Club for the trip. We’ll be camping and cooking out on top of the rock, should be swell!

Email matt.battani@gmail.com to sign up.

Gear hire is:
Shoes – 10,000
Harness + belay device – 10,000
Rope – 40,000 (shared)

MCU May Kayaking Weekend

Our next MCU kayaking weekend is coming up May 14-15! Once a month MCU heads to Jinja for group discounted lessons with the stellar team at Kayak the Nile. Paddlers of all levels – including beginners – are welcome. It’s always a fun weekend out of the big city! More info and sign up here: http://kayakthenile.com/mcu-weekend-booking-form/

Climbing at Luwazi

The MCU is running another overnight climbing/camping trip to Luwazi on the 7th of May. We will meet on Saturday at the Oasis Mall around 7.30am and climb most of Saturday. In the afternoon/evening, we will setup camp and cook on the top. We finish climbing on Sunday, leaving at around 12:00.
Luwazi Rock is a rock roughly 45mins drive from Kampala where the Club climbs regularly. The rock has a number of different sport routes of varying abilities. If you do not have your own climbing gear then gear can be rented from the Club for the trip. Email Nicky Young at stuckin1984(AT)hotmail.com

With any questions. To register please put your name and contact details in the google doc: https://docs.google.com/…/1gP_ZkcfRs1lNid-p7W4uDRdgU_…/edit…

Gear hire is:
Shoes – 10,000
Harness + belay device – 10,000
Rope – 40,000 (shared)

Kyaninga Triathlon

Swim, bike and run along an unbelievably beautiful crater lake near Fort Portal in Western Uganda. Sign up for the short or medium course as an individual or as a team.

April MCU Kayak Weekend

We just cannot stay away from the lure of the Nile. MCU gets a great discount for the fabulous instructors at Kayak the Nile (U) Ltd. Kayakers of all levels are welcome (especially newbies!). It makes for a super fun weekend out of the big city.