October saw lots of great walk reports posted on the Walkhighlands forum. Retelling experiences from Scotland, the rest of the UK and beyond, the prize judges loved reading them all. Walk report of the month and winner of a £100 Highlander voucher was EmmaKTunskeen for “First trip to Islay” – a lovely report showcasing the wildlife on the island and a nice reminder that although we are about to head into winter, spring is only round the corner. The £50 Highlander voucher is heading to jfefleming for “Start as you mean to go on: An introduction to the Highlands” which…

The road to the Fairy Pools and Glenbrittle on Skye will be closed from Monday 4 November until Friday 15 November. This means day access to the Fairy Pools car park and the Cuillin peaks from further down the Glenbrittle road as well as Rubh’ an Dùnain is not possible. The road will be closed from 8:30am to 6pm so early morning and evening access will be unaffected but during the day only essential local access, during amnesty periods, will be allowed. The closure is to allow essential repair work including extending passing places and resurfacing. In recent months the…

As the clocks go back on 27 October mountain safety experts are asking outdoor enthusiasts, just how well do you know your head torch? Mountaineering Scotland says, “Whether you’ve intended to be out in the dark or not, it’s easy to underestimate journeys in the colder months and, if it does get dark, you’re going to need more than just the light on your phone to get yourself safely home. A fully charged head torch, spare and extra batteries are essential additions to your outdoor kit, but you also need to feel confident using them.” Senior Mountain Safety Advisor, Ross…