Tourism chiefs are hoping that a landmark TV series focusing on the wildlife of the Hebrides will give the local tourism industry a boost. The show, Hebrides, Life on the Edge will be screened tonight (Monday 6 May) at 9pm…

To celebrate Scotland's amazing wildlife and countryside during the Year of Natural Scotland, Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is launching a free photo contest. As part of Scotland's Nature Festival, SNH is encouraging Scots to enjoy nature by capturing their favourite…

To avoid accidents, motorists should slow down and be on the lookout for deer on the road in May, warns Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH). Vehicle accidents involving deer peak at this time of year, as yearling animals disperse, looking for…

The Year of Natural Scotland is well underway and, as part of a year of exciting projects, the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) has launched the search for Scotland's favourite native plants and trees. The public is being asked to…

The winners of this year's MCofS Mountain Literacy Competition have been announced, with the judges stating that the standard was high with entries including a variety of stories, styles and settings, ranging from romantic and adventurous to quietly informative. Second…

Myrtle Simpson, who pioneered skiing and guiding in Scotland, has been announced as the sixth recipient of The Scottish Award for Excellence in Mountain Culture. The award was presented at the Fort William Mountain Festival. Myrtle was selected for this…