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Tips for final preparation for the Etape Caledonia

The Etape Caledonia mass participating cycling sportive takes place in the Scottish Highlands on Sunday […]

Best places to stay in Scotland’s National Parks

Scotland’s two national parks, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and the Cairngorms National […]

Glasgow River Clyde Bridges Run

Follow a running route of 12.5km in Glasgow and cross the famous River Clyde over […]

National Walking Month: Benefits and top tips

National Walking Month is celebrated in the UK throughout May. Supported by the charity Living […]

Review: Aussie Soles: Recovery flip-flops

Aussie Soles are “recovery flip-flops that support and comfort your feet”. The brand claims: “Unlike […]

Great ideas for a family weekend unplugged

A new book Forest Adventures: More than 80 Ideas to Reconnect with Nature All Year […]

10 of my favourite half-day walks close to Glasgow

I am frequently asked to recommend walks close to Glasgow. Many people are also keen […]

The Cardinal Munros in a day

Have you heard of the Cardinal Munros? These are described as the four Munros that […]

Beginners’ guide to kayak fishing

Kayak fishing is a great activity and fun for a range of age groups. Here […]

Be Lyme Disease aware

If you spend time outdoors in Scotland and the wider UK you should be aware […]

Review: New Komperdell Trailstick walking poles

Komperdell has launched a new “fast and lightweight” collection of Trailstick walking poles. The folding […]

New lightweight Petzl Leopard and Irvis Hybrid crampons

Always searching for lightweight but high quality skiing and walking equipment, I was delighted to […]