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Safe and sound – 5 helpful safety tips for camping during Covid-19

While we live with the Covid-19 pandemic, the desire for outdoors activity grow stronger. In […]

Covid infection risk ‘low during mountain sports’

As Covid-19 restrictions tighten again, a new report has been released that claims the risk […]

8 rewarding activities to do during retirement

Now you have retired, it is time to try out all of the activities you […]

Runner Jack Scott sets new Southern Upland Way record

Jack Scott was looking for a new running challenge in early summer after setting a […]

The pros and cons of horse riding

Getting outdoors and staying active is important for our mental and physical health. If you […]

Scottish ski resort pledges to ‘make more snow’ this winter

Scottish ski resort, The Lecht, is pledging to “make it snow” this winter with a […]

New ultra marathon for Scotland: The Highland Ultra

A new Highland Ultra is set to take place on October 21, 2021, in one […]

Review: Petzl Swift RL head torch for runners and walkers

As I have said before, I enjoy night running. For a successful outing, you need […]

How to: Go night trail and hill running

Night running expands opportunities, especially after the clocks go back in October in the UK. […]

Review: Salomon Vaya Mid GTX walking boot

The women specific Vaya Mid GTX walking boot is new from Salomon and is aimed […]

6 ways to access the great outdoors

Good health and fitness are vital for a long and happy life and one of […]

‘It is actually very steep’: Corbett Stob a’Choin

I read “very steep slopes” on the Walk Highlands website when describing Stob a’Choin and […]