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Scotland's first full post mortem of a humpback whale, found dead at Fishnish on the Isle of Mull this week, has been carried out by veterinary pathologists with the assistance of conservation charity Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust. The seven-metre,…
THIS recognition of Scotland’s wild land as a nationally important asset that needs to be safeguarded marks a historic breakthrough. Scotland’s landscapes are spectacular, contributing to our quality of life, our national identity and the visitor economy. The John Muir…
Looking for a Walkhighlands app? The official phone app for use with Walkhighlands is Viewranger, available on both iOS and Android. All our route pages include a link to enable users to download the route for offline use in the…
A new map of the Wild Land Areas of Scotland was published today by Scottish Natural Heritage and will be used by the Scottish Government as part of its newly published national planning policy. The map covers 19 per cent…
Ultralight rucksacks are often little more than a cylinder with straps, based on the assumption that an ultralight load doesn’t require a complicated back system. Boreas Gear are newcomers to the UK, with packs that manage to be minimalist, aesthetically-pleasing…
Do you spend time on Scotland’s high mountains? Are you interested in the birds that you see and hear while you are up there? The British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) is offering free training to hillwalkers and climbers in July…
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