Forest Enterprise has postponed the introduction of controversial new parking charges at all its car parks in Glen Affric following pressure from walkers and local businesses. The Mountaineering Countil of Scotland (MCofS) sent a strongly worded letter to Forest Enterprise…
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Forest Enterprise postpones Glen Affric parking charges
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Walkers urged to to take extra care this Spring
As spring approaches, Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is urging walkers and cyclists to be aware of vulnerable birds and animals. Lambs and ground nesting birds are particularly vulnerable in spring, so SNH is asking dog walkers, cyclists, hill walkers, and…
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SNH asks how Scottish wildlife should be managed
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) launched a public survey this week, asking for feedback from those involved or interested in how Scotland’s wildlife is managed. Anyone can respond to the survey, but it may be of particular interest to individuals and…
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Inchcailloch Island closed until 11 March
As a result of damage caused by recent storms the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park is undertaking work on Inchcailloch and public access will be restricted from today (15 February) to 11 March. The Park Authority says that…
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Culra Bothy fully open again
The Mountain Bothy Assocation says that the Ben Alder estate has made temporary repairs to the roof of Culra bothy which was damaged in the December storms. The room that was affected is now watertight and the bothy is once…
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JMT launches wild land management website
The John Muir Trust today launched its new Wild Land Management Standards website which illustrates the principles that guide its management of wild land. Aimed at other land managers and anyone interested in managing land with a focus on improving…
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