The programme has been finalised for this year's Isle of Harris Mountain Festival and there seems to be an intriguing mix of walks, talks, films, challenges and fun events. The Festival runs from 14 to 21 September and will include walks led by Alison O’Neill the “Barefoot Shepherdess” (footwear optional), golden eagle spotting and deer rutting walks, mountain walks, and the Harris 5 Peak Challenge. Chris Townsend will give a talk about his recent Scottish watershed walk, and there are also talks by Cameron McNeish, and photographer Laurie Campbell. Other events include a raft race, sea kayaking, paddle boarding, surfing, and mountain biking sessions, photography workshop, hill race, and festival dance.
Further details, with prices and booking information can be found at the festival website. See Walkhighlands for details of walks on Harris especially if you are planning to undertake the 5 Peak Challenge – climb three of the spectacular peaks on Harris to claim your free dram.