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Whales, dolphins and basking sharks bring ‘blue planet’ moments to UK coasts this summer

From orcas and Risso’s dolphins to basking sharks and sunfish, remarkable sightings around the coast in recent weeks showcase the rich diversity of marine […]

Why Scottish walkers enjoy the Camino de Santiago

Scotland raises good hillwalkers. Many are keen baggers of Munros, Corbetts and other lists, as […]

Fitness safety checklist: Ensuring a hazard-free workout environment

Fitness studios are where people come to work out, get in shape and improve their […]

Book review: Cicerone’s The Two Moors Way

Although based in Scotland, I am always keen to discover new places to walk and […]

Planning safer group adventures: Why sharing your trip plans matters

Anyone who has organised a group day in the hills knows that the walking is […]

Compact gadgets that actually survive the trail

Getting out into nature does not have to mean foregoing all the amenities that come […]

Donald bagging: Alhang, Alwhat, Meikledodd Hill, Blacklorg Hill & Blackcraig Hill

With a long weekend of good weather and a trip to southern Scotland planned, I […]

Trish Patterson sets new record for 425-mile run of UK’s 3 highest peaks

Trish Patterson, 41, has set a new record for the National Three Peaks Challenge by […]

Simple games to enjoy after an outdoor adventure

Spending time outdoors is one of the best ways to recharge. Whether you’ve just finished […]

Bike and hike: Corbett Beinn Bhreac and Munro Beinn Dearg, via Glen Bruar

The remote Corbett Beinn Bhreac had been on my bagging short-list for a while but […]

New ultra running adventure for Scotland: Cape to Glen

A new non-stop 214-mile adventure challenge event has been added to the ultra running calendar […]

Fiona Bagging: Beinn na Gainimh, Sma Glen, Perthshire

I love a new summit but with a full round of Munros completed and 83 […]