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Walking off the January Monday Blues: Beinn Tharsuinn, near Alness

Apparently the third Monday in January is considered the most depressing day of the year. […]

Double above-knee amputee is first to climb highest peaks on all seven continents

Hari Budha Magar, MBE, dared to dream of reaching the summit of the highest peaks […]

Should I worry about the coastal sea air on my hiking kit?

Coastal air has a reputation for feeling “fresh,” yet it can also behave like a […]

How Scotland’s shoulder seasons shape multi-day walking route planning

Spring and autumn are often seen as quieter times in Scotland’s walking calendar. Neither season […]

Ski tour: Beinn Dhorain, Sutherland

I do not usually enjoy a long walk along a tarmac road to reach the […]

Rare mountain plants to be restored at Ben Lui

Work has started to restore some of Scotland’s rarest mountain plants to Ben Lui Nature […]

Corbett bagging: Ben Loyal (An Caisteal)

I had long wanted to walk Ben Loyal (An Caisteal) in the far north of […]

Solo Fiona bagging: Carn na Coinnich

Boxing Day brought low cloud to the area where I live but a friend mentioned […]

Fiona bagging: Carn Breac and Beinn na Feusaige

These two Fionas are not too far from my home – about an hour’s drive […]

Fiona bagging: Càrn Mhic an Toisich from Glen Moriston 

I find that the Scottish mountains known as Fionas are a great target for winter […]

Essential gear for outdoor adventures

Enthusiasm gets you out the door. Proper gear gets you back. It’s that simple. Your […]

The future of hiking – How Will Tech-Enhanced Walking Work?

Tech gadgets and the inventions of the 21st century have found their way into most […]