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When is a mountain summit cairn not a summit marker?

This weekend I was delighted to tick off two new Corbetts, Geal-charn Mor and The […]

One weekend, two Corbetts

This weekend, I hiked to the summit of two Corbetts in the Cairngorms. At least […]

There are no rules, says mountain bagger extraordinaire Anne Butler

On September 15, 2018, Anne Butler became the 53rd Full House finisher when she stood […]

8 great places to hike in Scotland

Scotland offers a wealth of fabulous walking, as you will have read about on this […]

Review: Osprey Kitsuma hydration pack

Designed  specifically for women, the Osprey Kitsuma is a small volume, lightweight hydration pack. (There […]

A sunny winter’s day on the Corbett, Beinn Mhic Mhonaidh

Sunshine and snow offered a fabulous winter’s walk of the Corbett, Beinn Mhic Mhonaidh from […]

Review: Merrell Thermo Rogue Gore-Tex winter boots

Merrell has launched a Thermo Rogue range of winter boots that feature exclusive Vibram Arctic […]

Review: Berghaus Alpine 45l rucksack

Aimed at both mountaineers and climbers, the Berghaus Alpine 45l pack  is claimed to be […]

How to go Munro bagging by train

Are you a Munro bagger who relies on public transport? Or perhaps you are a […]

Scottish outdoors, cycling and running show returns to Glasgow

Organisers are promising a bigger and better Scottish Cycling, Running and Outdoor Pursuits Show (SCROPS) […]

Photographer John McSporran’s 100 ascents of Ben A’an

A Scottish photographer has completed a three-year challenge to climb Ben A’an 100 times. John […]

Cateran Yomp: Ice Maiden ambassador leads call for more women walkers

Scotland’s biggest endurance walking event, The Cateran Yomp, is keen to encourage more women to […]