Publications

The SMC offers a diverse number of publications, appealing to all outdoor enthusiasts. These pages present a summary of our offerings, in addition to our annual Journal.

		Ben Nevis – Britain's Highest Mountain		This is a highly illustrated and painstakingly researched history of a mountain whose global status far outstrips its modest altitude. Containing a significant amount of new research and historical information, this 2nd edition fully updates the history of Ben Nevis from 1585 – 2008. Known the World over, today climbing on Ben Nevis is more popular than ever and the mountain’s international reputation continues to grow, as its cliffs offer up some of the most challenging traditional summer and winter climbs around. Mountaineers have honed their skills and equipment on its flanks and ridges and applied them to dazzling effect on mountains around the World. A must have book for anyone who has climbed on, or is interested in the history of this great mountain. Hard backed, 235mm x 172mm with 416 pages, including 400 colour and period black & white and photographs, maps & diagrams. For an independent review go Here. Order Directly from the SMC for £27.50 incl. p&p. Download Order Form Here.
		Hostile Habitats - Scotland's Mountain Environment		2007 edition. Scotland's first guide to mountain fauna, flora and landscape, written exclusively for hillwalkers and climbers. Compiled by some of the country's leading experts in their fields, this book takes an in-depth look at the upland environment of the hillwalker and climber. There are chapters and identification sections on climate, geology, landscape, plants, animals, birds, insects, human influences and conservation. Published by the Scottish Mountaineering Trust with assistance from Scottish Natural Heritage. Lavishly illustrated throughout in full colour. 256 pages. Order Directly from the SMC for £16 incl. p&p. Download Order Form Here.
		The Cairngorms - 100 Years of Mountaineering		This thoroughly researched and well illustrated book details the first 100 years of climbing in The Cairngorms, from 1893 – 1993. It is a tale of human endeavour played out among the remote corries and cliffs of Britain's premier mountain range. The book recounts the pioneering activities of climbers drawn to the high hills of The Cairngorms from all over the country and it details the continuing development of summer and winter climbing on the famous granite cliffs located there, as well as on other lesser known cliffs. Following on from the successful and much lauded Ben Nevis – Britain’s Highest Mountain, this is the second important book from the Scottish Mountaineering Trust to document the history of Scottish Mountaineering. Hard backed, 175mm x 240mm with 400 pages, including 300 contemporary and historically important black & white and colour photographs.
		Scottish Hill Names		This fascinating book explains the origin and the meaning of the names of Scotland’s hills, as well as how to pronounce them. It also brings together many of the legends and stories behind particular hill names. Written by Peter Drummond, it is a thoroughly researched, completely revised and expanded second edition which builds on the success of its predecessor. Many new names are detailed, including a significant increase in the coverage of Borders hill names and old forms of many hill names from 17th and 18th century maps brought to bear in explanations. The hills of Scotland are a significant part of the landscape and the names of these hills reflect the rich social and cultural history of Scotland over the past 500 years and all who have been there. These names are a legacy of the past and this book opens the door to this fascinating world. Hard backed, with 240 pages, 38 pen and ink drawings and 8 pages of colour including old maps.
		Scottish Hill Tracks		2004 Fully Revised Edition. This is the fourth edition of the classic walking guide, first published in 1947. It details 350 hill paths, old roads and rights of way across Scotland's mountains and moorland. Colour illustrations, route descriptions and route maps. Published with the Scottish Rights of Way Society. Softback, 190 pages.
		A Chance in a Million? - Scottish Avalanches		2002 Revised Edition of this fully updated handbook. An indispensable textbook for all who venture into Scotland's winter mountains. Easy to follow guidance for winter climbers and hillwalkers of all abilities. Fully illustrated in colour and mono with tables and diagrams. Softback, 154 pages. Order Directly from the SMC for £10 incl. p&p. Download Order Form Here.
		SMC Climbers' Guide Pouches		If you use our Climbers' Guidebooks, especially the new Scottish Winter Climbs guide, on the cliffs then you'll appreciate these. Designed to SMC Climbers’ Guide specifications, these pouches have been made by the leading manufacturer of similar pouches for other climbing guidebook sizes and carry the Rab equipment brand. A carry loop at either end enables the pouch to be clipped to the harness, or clipped to a sling and worn bandolier style slung around the shoulder. Tuck-in flaps together with an elastic retainer keep the guidebook secure and the pouch is zipped from the top to the bottom, to prevent snagging on the page marker ribbon. Constructed from double layer, medium weight proofed nylon, the pouch offers good protection in wet conditions, although it is not fully waterproof. Importantly, using the pouch will also protect your guide from serious damage when bundled inside your rucksack with other equipment. Karabiner and guidebook not included! To purchase the pouch please download this order form
		The Munroist's Companion		Essential reading for all 'Munro-baggers'. Based on original SMC Journal material with linking commentaries by Robin Campbell. Includes a Variorum Table showing 108 years of changes to Munros Tables. Hardback with 64 mono illustrations and drawings, 328 pages.
		Munro's Tables		1997 Revised Edition. First published in 1891, this is the official list of Scotland's 284 Munros and those who have climbed them. Includes the lists of Corbetts, Donalds and Grahams, together with 37 colour illustrations and 20 maps. Hardback, 167 pages.
		Ski Mountaineering in Scotland		An indispensible guide to ski-mountaineering routes in Scotland. Written by two experts and illustrated with colour photographs and route maps. Hardback with, 112 photographs and 72 maps, 121 pages. Order Directly from the SMC for £10 incl. p&p. Download Order Form Here.
		The Scottish Mountaineering Club Journal		2009 Journal, No 200. The annual Journal of the Scottish Mountaineering Club has maintained a continuous record of mountain activities in Scotland since 1890. Includes articles, colour photographs, New Climbs section and Munro Matters, a section including the latest additions to those who have climbed the Munros. > 281 pages.

'You're never alone with an SMC guidebook'. Sounds like a trite soundbite dreamt up by a junior in an ad office, but there is some truth in it. You don't have to use our guidebooks, and you certainly don't have to follow any of the recommended routes found in them, but the information found in our hillwalking, climbing and scrambling series have been built on for over 110 years by experts in the game and would save you endless hours in your plans. Try one today, and see if you agree.

P.S. Profits from our guidebooks go to the Scottish Mountaineering Trust which is a Scottish-registered charity. Purchasing an SMC publication therefore helps the Scottish mountain environment. See the SMT pages for more details of what they do.