The view from the top of Ben Nevis after topping out on No.2 Gully

Boarders enjoying the view at Nevis Range on Saturday 31st March 07.

For the second weekend in a row the Outdoor Capital enjoyed some of the best weather in the UK (see the news story from last weekend's Slopestyle competition for more blue sky pics).

On saturday I decided to brush up my ski-ing and headed off for Nevis Range for some spring snow. The ski-ing wasn't bad with the top half of the mountain open, but with some of the best views of Ben Nevis I have ever seen, it was enough just to be up there. The terrain park was in good condition with plenty of tricks being pulled to keep me entertained whilst on the summit tow.

Inspired by what I had seen on Saturday I decided I had to fit in a climb on Ben Nevis on Sunday. I have shied away from climbing on the Ben because of my novice winter climbing status, and the Ben's fearsome reputation for long days, but No. 2 Gully proved a good choice. The top two pitches providing just enough steepness to add interest. My partner, Jacqui got the cornice pitch, which she called 'interesting' and 'exciting'. Another great day with view from the top to die for.

All in all a great weekend!

Anna