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Hike around Aso rock – 13 August 2006
Yes the guide showed up - it
had been communicated to him that we were to meet at 2. We got hassled by
some people who said they were military but refused to identify
themselves. Long argument between the guide and the people. They
finally backed off only to return awhile later with someone else who seemed to
be more authoritative. At that point we told them we had no interest in
continuing if there were going to be problem. They finally let us go once
they had been assured that we were going around the rock, not climbing
it. After all that, the walk was lovely although we didn't get much time
to stop and look around. But, it was worth it.
Rating (easy,
moderate, difficult, impossible):
Moderate, may be difficult at times
Security:
There may be problems with various military
not wanting you to go up the rock. Don’t
go up the rock. If you can, get a permit
to go around the rock.
Posted by: "dan rogger" danrogger@hotmail.com danrogger
Mon Feb 26, 2007 12:45 pm (PST)
Dear All,
I hope this e-mail finds you well. My name is Daniel Rogger, and I have
written in the past about the walk around Aso Rock.
I know that a number of people have being doing this walk independently.
Unfortunately, in the last two weeks, a dispute has arisen with the local
barracks over which paths can be used to complete the walk.
I strongly suggest that you do not do the Aso Rock walk until this dispute
has been cleared up. The approval obtained from the Minister of FCT has to
be better communicated to the barracks. I shall get back to the list when
that is so. If you know of anyone who is thinking about attempting the walk
and is not on the
With best wishes,
Dan Rogger
Gear:
Good hiking shoes, at
least knee-high socks – long pants better.
Just a word of warning that mornings tend to be less rainy than
afternoons but on Sundays the guide goes to church so we'll have to take that
chance.
Costs:
I'm trying to get a
hold of the guide person Mr. Baturi - he charges N250 per person.
Contact:
Mr. Baturi and his cell is 0802 690
3297. Just a warning that his cell is usually not on. Best to text
him I think.
Timing:
Total time 3 – 3˝ hours
Directions:
Meet at National
Children’s Park and Zoo in the parking lot.