This cache is a Ammo Can container with a pen, pencil, logbook and swaps.
The main feature of this walk is of course the Old Man of Bienn Tarsuinn . Just before the final ascent to the summit of Beinn Tarsuinn look out for the Old Man of Tarsuinn on the right, an outcrop naturally sculpted into a human profile and appearing to look out to sea over Brodick.
Unfortunately the day I chose to place this cache there was heavy mist reducing visibility to a few meters as a result I did not get to see the ‘Old Man’ so the cache may not be as close to him as I had planned! A return trip will be required to see him and either move the cache closer or make a waypoint.
Update
I returned to find the cache was 169 Metres from The Old Man of Beinn Tarsuinn at .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. N 55°37.189', W 5°14.612'
Planning your route hills
This is one of the four Corbetts on Arran if you search on line for Beinn Tarsuinn you will find a wide variety of walks that take in this Corbett. Some of the routes are for more experienced walkers/climbers who enjoy scrambles some of them described as airy or for those who have a good head for heights. Guide books are very useful resource to have with you as they can be referred to en-route, and advise you of routes suited to your level; you will often see other walkers referring to their books to keep on track. There are videos on You Tube featuring some of the scrambles but be prepared for some colourful language!
Preparations to make for walking on the hills
The Scottish weather is notoriously changeable conditions can change at an alarming speed, particularly at altitude, and it can snow at any time in the hills and mountains. Obtain a weather forecast before setting out and carry adequate clothing for deteriorating conditions.
Hill walking boots are strongly recommended for all but the easiest strolls. In any case, footwear should provide good ankle support and have a firm sole and secure grip. Warm, wind and waterproof clothing is essential. This includes gloves, hat, waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers and spare clothing such as a warm fleece and spare socks. Remember it gets colder and windier the higher you climb and, as with all mountain regions, summit conditions can be very different from those at the base of the mountain. Take an adequate supply of food and water
This may seem like obvious preparations to make, unfortunately there are some people who are unaware of these, on one occasion we met a lady who was going up Goat Fell wearing a cardigan hand bag and heels! Another man who got lost spent the whole night on the hill only wearing a suit!