Grimbeorn, the leader of the Beornings, is worried about threats in the Vales of Anduin that are affecting his people and their way of life.
'The darkness has spread across the mountains into formerly peaceful valleys, and these lands of mine are no exception. Orcs and wargs spy on my people from among the trees. Goblins creep from their holes in greater numbers than ever before. Even the beasts of the wood are angered... not just by strangers, but by me, once their trusted friend and companion!
'Speak to my kin in the vales, and every one of my people will confirm I speak the truth, and that it needs addressing! Once you have spoken to them, journey north to the edge of the Floodfells and find signs of the danger that creeps ever nearer to my home.'
Gírta, Sterkist, Varthmath, and Hállkell can all be found at the Beorninghús in the Beorning-lands.
You should talk to Gírta, Sterkist, Varthmath, and Hállkell before you set out to explore the Vale.
The entrance to the Floodfells and Ylgraf can be found at the northern edge of the Beorning-lands.
You should scout the entrance to the Floodfells and Ylgraf for Grimbeorn.
Grimbeorn can be found at the Beorninghús in the Beorninglands.
You should talk to Grimbeorn.