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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 […]

Active adventures in Scotland: The Outer Hebrides, Orkney & Shetland

A trips to the Outer Hebrides, Orkney & Shetland in Scotland offers the chance to […]

Review: Breaking the Snowline, written by Anna Wells

Setting yourself a challenge to reach the summits of all 282 Munros in a single […]

How short day hikes improve mental health and reduce stress

Short hikes after a busy day can help you relax and clear your mind quickly. […]

Amulree Fionas: Solo walk of Meall nan Caorach and Meall Reamhar

The weather forecast was not promising but the route to bag both of these Fionas, […]

Review: Vango Aotrom Thermo Platinum  XL Inflatable Camping Mat

I have been testing the Vango Aotrom Thermo Platinum XL Inflatable Mat with the Vango […]