Walkers urged to check for deer stalking before Heading for the Scottish Hills

Posted on August 10, 2019 by Helen Webster

Hillwalkers are being encouraged to check online for deer stalking information before setting out during the busiest part of the season. Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) manages the Heading for the Scottish Hills website which provides details on deer stalking on…

Posted in Access issues, Conservation, Magazine, Walking News

Gear Review: Vaude Skomer Skort

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Helen Webster

RRP: £80 (available for less in many outlets)Weight: 115g (size XXS) The long hot summer of 2018 saw skorts enter the mainstream of Scottish hillwalking kit. A skirt with a shorts liner, skorts have actually been around for a while.…

Posted in Gear reviews, Magazine, Trousers

Can I take it home? Nature’s collectibles and the law

Posted on August 2, 2019 by Ben Dolphin

In my last column I wrote about my innate urge to collect natural objects and my growing unease with how that hobby sits within the whole ‘leave no trace’ ethos. The question I considered was an ethical ‘should I?’, but…

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Watching otters in Scotland

Posted on July 28, 2019 by Helen Webster

An encounter with an otter in the wild is a magical experience. Helen Webster takes a look at the best places to spot otters, how to boost your chances of a sighting, and tips to avoid disturbing these amazing creatures.…

Posted in Our picks, Photography

Gear review: Rab Flashpoint 2 Jacket

Posted on July 25, 2019 by Paul Webster

Recommended Price: £220Weight: 185g (large) The Flashpoint 2 is a truly ultralight waterproof jacket. Weighing in at just 185g in men’s size large, the jacket squashes into a tiny stuff sack and is barely noticeable in your pack; runners could…

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Fires – a burning issue

Posted on July 22, 2019 by Adam Streeter-Smith

With photos of campfire rings and damage left in the pinewoods circulating on social media, Adam Streeter-Smith, Access Officer for the Cairngorms National Park authority, takes on a hot topic, asking just what is responsible behaviour. Picture the scene –…

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