The Threshold

Plans for the future include—dare I say it?—the new Lamborghini Jarama, though if, as is rumoured, Lamborghini is taken over by Ford ... —but we shall see what we shall see.

R.F.H.

WALKING GROUP

The Walking Group has continued to flourish this Term and judging by numbers wishing to join at the beginning of Term, is increasing in popularity.

Although we were restricted by Athletics early on we have since had a number of interesting walks; along the cliffs from Bridlington to Flamborough; to Terrington; and to Skipwith Nature Reserve where we were fortunate not to lose one of our members; also several others.

The most strenuous walk of the Term was to Captain Cook's Monument and Rosebery Topping near Great Ayton; these presented quite a challenge as it entailed us climbing two 1,700 ft hills in under one and a half hours. Most unexpectedly we were rewarded by the kind hospitality of Mrs. Dodd afterwards.

In addition to our walking activities we have lent our support to the 1st XV when they played at home—it was hoped they might return the compliment, but so far this has not materialised.

Finally, with memories of sheep tracks, exhaustion and a rather dampened soccer team, we hope that next Term's group will enjoy themselves as much as we have done and get some opportunities for sledging. C.A.M.

II MOUNTAINEERING CLUB

The Club has had an active Term with expeditions to Kentmere, Borrowdale and Langdale.

KENTMERE MEET

At the end of September the Club went away after Saturday afternoon games, reaching Malham by early evening. Since there were still some hours of daylight left, we paid a quick visit to Gordale Scar. This impressive gorge and waterfall had defeated us earlier in the year when it was snow and ice-bound, but on this occasion we had our revenge.

Having worked up an appetite we went to Malham Youth Hostel. The gallon of mushroom soup at our disposal proved too much for us alone and we had to summon help to do it justice.

On a wet and misty Sunday morning we left for Kentmere. The mist didn't finally clear until we had climbed Kentmere Pike and were on route for Harter Fell. Slowly at first, and then with what seemed to be indecent haste, the clouds lifted revealing some breathtaking views of III Bell and Froswick at the far side of the Kentmere valley.

From Harter Fell a rapid descent was made to join Riggindale Crag, a ridge route which finally took us to High Street. By this time, the, combination of "ups and downs", hot sun and rucksacks which seemed to gain weight with every weary step, had taken their toll and a longer "lunch break" than usual was taken.

We speedily disposed of Froswick and Ill Bell to complete the Kentmere "Horseshoe" and then descended rapidly to the valley and so to the bus, though locating the most convenient bridge to cross the River Kent almost proved troublesome.

So ended a most enjoyable weekend.

BORROWDALE

During half-term a party camped in Borrowdale and our appreciation to the Scouts for making this possible mustn't go unrecorded. "It never rains, but it pours"—a saying which can be applied to Borrowdale without hesitation. Torrential rain fell all about us from Saturday to Sunday afternoon, when we decided to stretch our legs up Sourmilk Gill Waterfall from Seathwaite. The prospect of Green Gable in the distance soon lured us on and we succumbed not only to this but also to Great Gable beyond! The day was unrewarding as far as vie ws are concerned, but our efforts were amply rewarded on Monday.

This really was a day to remember; how many can claim to hav scaled the heights of Scafell and Scafell Pikes with almost uninterrupte views all around?

Lord's Rake was as memorable as ever; a series of steep stone guile and traverses which are always testing in any conditions.

The final day saw the party wearily trudging around Robinson Crag and Hindscarth—a wet and windy experience.

One wonders if many people would choose to spend four days of their holiday camping in a muddy field in monsoon conditions, and coaxing their aching limbs to altitudes where they will be battered by icy winds, just on the slim chance of a panoramic view!

LANGDALE

After a 6.30 a.m. start (!) a sleepy party arrived in Great Langdale with forbidding clouds lurking menacingly overhead. A speedy ascent from the New Dungeon Ghyll to Stickle Tarn was soon behind us and a short break for refreshment was taken whilst we contemplated the awesome prospect of Pavey Ark.

The route by way of Jack's Rake is "exciting" and in some cases, a little worrying. Our subsequent trek to Pike o' Stickle was punctuated by high speed bursts of horizontal hail stones and icy blasts. A mammoth "bog-trot" during which several of our members made brief involuntary descents into the mire with alarming regularity, separated us from Angle Tarn, where a break for lunch (or was it tea?) was rudely interrupted by more "weather".

Blizzard conditions on Bow Fell prevented an ascent so we ma for Three Tarns by way of Ore Gap, and then down The Band to th bus, and a welcome change into dry clothes. 30

Expeditions in the future include Austria, Glencoe, Snowdonia and of course the Lake District. More boys are starting to take advantage of the expeditions, and anyone else is always welcome. D.H.H. and A.G.B.P.

I.C.A. BUSINESS GAME

For the second year the school entered a "company" for the I.CA. Business Game, as did 242 other schools. For the second time the company has been successful in overcoming the challenges of rival establishments—this year Stockport G.S. and Stockwell Manor School.

The game itself is computer operated, with each company providing sets of data. This data is arrived at by allocating money for production, advertising, depreciation, plant investment etc. There are four markets

(each company having a home one, and the fourth common to all com-

panies) in which the company's unspecified products are sold. Five such

decisions must be made, and the company with the most computerised capital at the end proceeds to the next round.

The team held several practices on a less complex version of the

game, devised by Mr. Clark, before Round One began. The directors then divided themselves into separate departments to study particular decisions. The Managing Director, G. S. Clarkson, and Mr. Clark went to a briefing session in London shortly before half-term.

The company had an unfortunate start, making an error in transport

cost allocations, which caused a severe loss in profit. Progress was made steadily, but when the results at the half way stage arrived, we found ourselves £300,000 behind. However, the fourth play brought a profit of £1 million, and the final result showed us to be £10,000 in front.

Apparently our nearest rivals, Stockport G.S., had been lured into a sense

of false security, and consequently played the last two decisions too safely.

We owe particular thanks to the Managing Director, experienced and

industrious campaigners of last year C. A. Myers and G. S. Yule; and,

of course, to Mr. Clark and Mr. Shuttleworth for their sagacity in advising an often hesitant board.

We look forward to progress into further rounds next term. The

final will be played in London shortly before Easter.

BOARD

G. S. Clarkson, C. A. Myers, G. S. Yule, C. H. Beall, P. A. 0. Bell, K. D. Bowler, J. R. Drummond, N. R. Fridge, R. F. Hornby, A. J. Maycock, J. A. Mitchell, I. D. Raley.

J.R.D.

YOUTH ACTION NOTES

In the past we have always listed what has been done but let it suffice to say that over the last term the Youth Action group within the School has now become a games option. This of course means it is now possible, if there is sufficient interest, to advance upon the progress made in the last few weeks.

What exactly does Youth Action involve?

It may be that if this is explained a few more people may be interested in offering their services. It is basically offering all forms of help to those who for one reason or another have been unable to obtain such help elsewhere. This may take the form of manual work, decorating or gardening, or just talking. Often the company of others is what these people really need, just a chat about things in general—all you need really is the ability to listen—not to be a great decorator—so if you would like to do something with your time go and see Mr. Depledge for more details.

G.C.

VISIT TO PARLIAMENT

On Monday, November 9th, the 10 members of Middle VI Politics/ Economics set plus Mr. Rigby caught the 8 o'clock train to London.

Our first visit was to the public gallery of the Stock Exchange, where the hurly-burly of business on the "Floor" was explained for us by the charming receptionists. We also saw a film about the public flotation of a company.

We dispersed for lunch and re-assembled in the Lobby of the House of Commons. Mr. Fergus Montgomery, Conservative M.P. for Brierley Hill and Godfather to Simon Robinson, had very kindly provided tickets for the Strangers' Gallery. We soon gathered from Mr. Montgomery and from the tense expectation as we watched the Speaker's procession into the House, that this was to be no ordinary afternoon. The debate was on Rhodesian sanctions, and Enoch Powell was likely to speak.

We first listened to an interesting question time; then, in the main debate, Sir Alec Douglas Home, the Foreign Minister, put the Govern• ment's case for keeping sanctions, and this was largely supported by the Opposition speaker, Mr. Denis Healey. After several speeches, Mr. Powell stood up to criticise the motion. He delivered a fluent and witty oration, which was met with cheers from the quite large Conservative splinter group who supported him. He certainly demolished many of Sir Alec's points.

We left the House at 6.30, went for a quick snack in Soho, and caught the 8 o'clock train to York.

It had been a most enjoyable and instructive trip, and special thanks must go to Mr. Montgomery, Mr. Rigby and S. Robinson, who made it possible. S.J.P.

VISIT TO WOMBWELL HIGH SCHOOL

November 12th and 13th, 1970

On arrival at our destination, Wombwell High School, we w greeted by our hosts and introduced to the Deputy Headmaster, Middleton. Unfortunately the school was under a cloud due to the d of the Headmaster's son, the previous night, from lung cancer, and 32