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In Your Element has delivered amazing outdoor activity experiences across Scotland since 2004.
In Your Element offers a wide range of outdoor activities near Inverness and Loch Ness, Aviemore and the Cairngorms, Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Argyll, Fort William and Loch Tay, and many other places in Scotland. Many of our activity locations are within easy reach of public transport links.
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In Your Element offers a range of activity experiences, suitable for small or large groups of families, stag & hen groups, corporate groups, fundraising challengers, international visitors, and event organisers.
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In addition to instructor-led activities In Your Element offers a comprehensive canoe and sea kayak hire service for locations across Scotland. You can also find a mountain bike hire hub at Aviemore, with direct access to some wonderful off-road trails, with something suitable for all abilities, close at hand.
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High ropes course at Loch Lomond to reopen under a new name and new management team soon.
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Picture a misty Scottish morning, the sound of bagpipes echoing across rolling hills, and athletes in kilts preparing to showcase feats of strength that have been...
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Nestled just a few miles west of Inverness, Reelig Glen is a remarkable woodland that showcases some of Scotland's most impressive trees and fascinating history. This...
Would you like to explore Scotland by Sea Kayak? Join an In Your Element Guided Kayak Adventure Holiday for an experience of a lifetime.
Read some of the best reviews of 2024, from some of the customers that joined the adventure holidays that we run for Much Better Adventures. From kayaking around Skye and the West Coast of Scotland, to the summits of the Cairngorms, the River Spey and Great Glen Canoe Trail.
In Your Element are recruiting for 2025, and looking for multi-activity instructors at Inverness and Aviemore, drivers/ store people at Inverness and freelance guides for work across Scotland.
In the latest issue of the IYE newsletter: Winter Activities Available To Book; Ex-Hire Bikes for Sale; Christmas Gift Experience Vouchers; TreeZone Loch Lomond For Sale; New Interactive Activity Map on the In Your Element Website; Inverness and Loch Ness – Loch & Land Festival; Adventure Holidays for 2025; Trees For Life Update
Highland Council runs a great project, which gives Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Young People a refurbished bike. The project is reliant on donations, and with the help...
Try out our new In Your Element interactive activity finder map of Scotland. Find the activities and their locations closest to where you are staying, then just click through to find out more or book the activity.
We now have our full list of ex-hire bikes for sale up and on our website. The bikes are available to view/ collect at the Inverness and Aviemore offices. You can find...
The Scottish Highlands are an awesome place to visit at any time of the year, but you certainly shouldn’t avoid it in the winter months. It offers breathtaking...
Who are the Cholita Climbers? Why do they climb in skirts? How is climbing changing their lives? Be inspired by these remarkable Bolivian women, and discover their...
Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, the Badenoch area is a treasure trove of history, heritage, and natural beauty. This region, centred around the upper...
It's that time of year again when we sell off many ex-hire canoes, kayaks, and bikes. However, this year we're also selling canoe and kayak paddles, tents,...
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Winter may be the time for many to batten down the hatches and hide from the cold for a few months, but it shouldn't be. Some of the best days out are on those cold,...
It is with regret that In Your Element must announce that our TreeZone high ropes adventure park at Loch Lomond will be closing from 1st October 2024. The course is a...
You may have heard about Inverness's new climbing centre, but if not, read on. The Highland’s largest climbing gym and a National Bouldering and Performance Centre has...
This October, we are thrilled to be involved in the very first Loch and Land Festival showcasing the awesome activities that can be enjoyed year round around Inverness...
The UK’s 15 National Parks are great places to exercise your dog – and responsible dog-walkers are welcome! From moorland to canal towpaths, bracing coastal walks to...
In Your Element Newsletter - Summer 2024. We've got lots to tell you about in our latest newsletter: New Isle of Skye Expedition, Staff Training and Development; E-Bike...
Ed Byrne, comedian & lover of the Cairngorms National Park - home to more than a quarter of the UK's rare & endangered wildlife - talks about using a gas stove...
Ed Byrne, comedian & lover of the Cairngorms National Park - home to more than a quarter of the UK's rare & endangered wildlife - talks about things to consider...
Being close to nature makes us feel good, helps us heal, experience new things and can push us out of our comfort zone (in a good way). To really immerse yourself in...
Ed Byrne, comedian & lover of the Cairngorms National Park - home to more than a quarter of the UK's rare & endangered wildlife - talks about what to know,...
Whether you are new to wild camping or a seasoned-pro, we all need to think about the same things when planning (and undertaking) a camping trip in a wild location. In...
Many of us love being in and around water. In Scotland, we have a lot of it! We swim in it, boat on it, fish in it, play games in it and may be where we work. Our dogs...
Very exciting news for us all at In Your Element and TreeZone. Having totally revamped our website over the last few months, the day of reckoning arrived this week....
Breaking News: We Have E-Bikes for Hire!! Yes, we do! We have a small fleet of nice shiny new e-bikes now available to hire from our Aviemore Bike Hire Hub, based at...
We have a range of well-maintained ex-hire mountain bikes for sale, making way for some new bikes coming in for the season ahead. They are all hardtail bikes (Trek and...
Ed Byrne, comedian & lover of the Cairngorms National Park - home to more than a quarter of the UK's rare & endangered wildlife - talks about how being...
There are miles of paths and trails in the Cairngorms National Park to suit every ability, helping to enhance your family's experience, and give nature the space it...
Great Glen 360 Degrees Maybe you’ve heard of the Great Glen Canoe Trail, maybe you’ve paddled it, or maybe you’ve driven through the Great Glen from Inverness to Fort...
So, where should you go? Ultimately, the decision about where to go will be yours depending on your level of competence, experience, and objectives, however, here are a...
Many of us will have been in the situation when out on a walk with the dog, with the family, hill-walking, mountain biking or out on a multi-day adventure, and you need...
So where can you paddle your canoe? Although the list of canoeing possibilities is almost endless, the following are some of our favourites. You could also have a look...
The Great Glen Ways The Great Glen Canoe Trail and Great Glen Way are two long-distance trails that many people tackle every year, with facilities available for...
You can help keep the Cairngorms National Park a special place by enjoying the outdoors responsibly. Please follow all on site signage, advice from rangers and estate...
Ed Byrne, comedian & lover of the Cairngorms National Park - home to more than a quarter of the UK's rare & endangered wildlife - talks about how choosing to...
The outdoors is, of course, essential for dogs and their owners. In Scotland, you can walk your dog on most land as long as you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code...
Ed Byrne, comedian & lover of the Cairngorms National Park - home to more than a quarter of the UK's rare & endangered wildlife - talks about how being...
Ed Byrne, comedian & lover of the Cairngorms National Park - home to more than a quarter of the UK's rare & endangered wildlife - talks about the special...
Some of the best experiences in life are free, but we shouldn't take that for granted and we all need to help protect those things that we treasure. Whilst walking in...
10.00-12.00, Wednesday, 24th January 2024 Ness Islands, Inverness Marine Litter is one of the biggest challenges facing the environment, and with 80% of this litter...
Although some will have been out on their bikes all winter, a lot of us are now just starting to plan rides and adventures for the year ahead. If you're in need of...
In Your Element is looking for multi-activity instructors for the 2024 season ahead. We have outdoor instructor vacancies available across Scotland and contracts of...
In Your Element Private Minibus/ Taxi Hire We now offer a private hire service from our base near Inverness, covering not only our local area west of Inverness, but we...
Our latest newsletter is now available to read online. What's new I hear you say? - New: Winter Walks Around Inverness and the Cairngorms - Activities Available to...
Christmas Gift Experience Vouchers It's that time of year again, when we start to think about pressies for friends and family, or Secret Santa gifts for work...
Hind Stalking Starts Today Today marks the start of the Hind Stalking season across Scotland which runs until 15th February. You should be aware of this when making...
The October holidays are upon us again and for families taking a break, they will, no doubt, be looking for things to do. In Your Element have plenty to offer across...
Lauren from In Your Element - Aviemore took Mike and Calum out to explore the Falls of Truim Gorge venue, near Aviemore yesterday - will hopefully be using it more...
Mini Highland Games With In Your Element - what's that all about then? Our Highland Games events are for groups of friends, family, stags and hens, wedding guests, and...
Unfortunately, Blue-Green Algae has been spotted at Loch Tay Highland Lodges so we need to cancel existing Paddle Board bookings and close off future sessions until 5th...
Tree-mendous News. Thanks to loads of generous customer donations throughout August, we've broken our 200 trees in 2 years target, well ahead of schedule. That's us...
In Your Element, in partnership with Glen Nevis Caravan and Camping are excited to announce that some new activities are coming to Glen Nevis. Starting this month,...
Stag Stalking Has Started TThe 1st of July markeed the start of the Stag Stalking season across Scotland which runs until 20th October. Most stalking is done from...
The IYE Summer Newsletter is now available to read online. Lots to tell you about including IYE Guided Holidays Bucking the Trend; Axe-throwing; 15% off to Stay And...
Mountain biking can be for everyone. It's great to see mountain biking gradually becoming more and more accessible to those that may, in the past, just not had the...
Experienced Multi-Activity Instructor - Loch Tay, Perthshire Pay range (based on previous experience and qualifications) Lead Instructor: £24,500 - £25,500 pro rata,...
"I have just returned from an IYE canoeing adventure from Fort William to Inverness, with seven friends. It was a fantastic experience: superbly organised and delivered...
Can you see Loch Ness from your house? You can now! Through the wonders of modern technology, you can sit back with a cuppa and see what's going on around Loch Ness...
If you are desperate to try something new this year, or think you have tried everything and are pretty sure there's nothing left to try, think again. There are so many...
The Cairngorms Nature Festival is a celebration of the fantastic natural heritage of the Cairngorms National Park, and it takes place every year in May. This year it...
It's the 25th April, also known as Anzac Day. Anzac Day was originally established to honour the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who served...
Connecting with nature is vital for our mental and spiritual well-being. Connecting with nature might not always be through the obvious paths, like walking through a...
Watch out for invasive species on your next adventure. Spring has sprung across Scotland and it's so great to see many of our favourites return for another year,...
Mike and Calum will be heading through to Aberdeen for a couple of days this week, to participate in this international tourism event. VisitScotland Connect 2023 will...
We're not talking about that moment after your second cup of strong coffee in the morning while reading the paper at home! No, if you're out exploring Scotland's...
Reporting crimes that you might come across when out walking, biking or boating. It is, unfortunately, not uncommon now to come across different types of crime when...
Why Visit Loch Lubnaig? Well, Loch Lubnaig is a small but perfectly formed Scottish Loch, surrounded by tree-lined mountain slopes and can be found in the central...
Water is everywhere in Scotland, and it is understandable why it draws so many of us to it, to play, swim, work, or experience it as visitors to the country. Despite...
The Cairngorms National Park has some of the best biking in the world; gravel loops taking in spectacular scenery, climbs that make your legs burn, followed by swooping...
Happy Tartan Day! If you've been part of one of our Highland Games events as part of a family gathering, wedding, or corporate event, you'll have seen our guys decked...
Slowing down in nature can help take off the pressure. Find out about the science and research behind it all and why nature is so good for our mental health. Join...
As the weather improves and the temptation to dip your toes in the water grows (ok it's still pretty chilly and not for everyone), take a minute to consider the...
Canoeing turns up in many shapes and forms. From gentle, relaxed outings on lovely flat lochs, playing games with friends (with the opportunity to get a bit wet...
The Big Paddle Clean Up 2023 A national paddle cleanup fortnight (from 27th May to 11 June) is being scheduled for the whole paddling community to get involved,...
It is a fact that our interaction with wild places has a positive impact on our mental health and wellbeing. Whether you've had a really busy week at work, or have...
We're unfortunate not to have spied on Nessie ourselves but many have. With our guided Loch Ness Canoe Tours starting soon, you should really make sure you know what to...
Happy International Day of Forests. As a nation, Scotland loves its forests, and we have plenty of them. We walk in them, camp in them, bike through them, forage in...
As outdoorsy folk, we often spend a lot of our hard-earned cash on outdoor kit. The outdoor kit industry has grown from being just for serious adventurers to a huge...
Due to stronger than expected bookings for the season ahead, we need another 2 multi-activity instructors. One to be based at each of the following locations: Loch Tay...
As you may already know, our canoe guides are out canoeing on Loch Long regularly from Easter to October, with visitors to the area. They love paddling on this awesome...
Have you got Inverness and Loch Ness in your sights this year? Planning a trip to find Nessie? The Inverness and Loch Ness area has so much to offer in addition to...
Litter and fly-tipping is something we are all (unfortunately) getting used to seeing in Scotland, and the situation seems to be getting worse despite efforts to...
So, you've booked your holiday for 2023 and decided to visit Scotland. You've worked out where you're going and what you're going to do. You've got your midge net...
Looking for an adventure this year in the awesome Spey Valley? Join a small, guided group of adventurers on this 4-day canoe journey down the River Spey to the coast,...
Like many others, you may be starting to plan a visit to Scotland for a camping trip as the weather warms up (i.e. above 0 Degrees if you live in Scotland!!). There...
You may know this already, but there's a lot of water in Scotland. Perhaps the most iconic of all Scotland's bodies of water, Loch Ness, is the second-largest Scottish...
Spring has sprung again and with it, returns lots of wild birds and animals that have been in hiding from the cold or sunning themselves in warmer climes for a few...
Did you know that Scotland has the world's first UNESCO trail? The list of World Heritage sites, geoparks, cities, and biospheres illustrate the diversity and beauty...
We all love to take our dogs with us on our adventures, but as a responsible dog-owner, you need to bear in mind the impact that your dog can have if left to its own...
For locals and visitors to the Cairngorms, who not only enjoy being out and about exploring the National Park but also the wonderful fresh air, the views, and wildlife...
As the tourist season approaches again we can't wait to welcome customers as our activity programme gains momentum, coming out of the winter months. With lots of...
Scottish Thistle Awards 2023 - I'm afraid we didn't win it this year. However, congratulations must go to this year's deserved winners, Wild Discovery as 'Best Outdoor...
We all know that being outdoors, and enjoying yourselves responsibly is good for the soul, your health, and well-being. But don't just take our word for it. Wild...
Lots of us like coffee and it's hard to beat a good cup of coffee if you're out and about on mini-adventures when you have an awesome view to accompany the smell &...
Just in case you have forgotten, In Your Element is a Scottish Thistle Awards Finalist in the category of 'Best Outdoor or Adventure Experience' (Highland Region). ...
New bike for Christmas perhaps? Or, "I must get out more on my bike in 2023." Either way, there's no harm in us all reminding ourselves how to 'Do the Ride thing'...
By its nature, getting on a bike and cycling anywhere carries a certain level of risk. Road cycling can be a bit hairy at times when drivers don't give you the space...
If you're familiar with Scotland's countryside you are likely to have seen some, if not lots of deer on your travels. Even if you've just been passing through, you may...
We know there are a few of you out there that have been champing at the bit to book canoe trips or gorge walks for the summer hols, and now you can! So, back by...
If you're looking for some inspiration now that the new year has arrived, Developing Mountain Biking insScotland has plenty of rides for you to explore at locations...
New for 2023! Our new Sunset Canoe Tour on Loch Lomond is now available to book for tours on Loch Lomond, exploring the islands as the sunsets, with a hot drink and...
This is such a great innovation - using Mountain Biking as a form of therapy for mental health and well-being. The benefits of outdoor exercise are indisputable, but...
Photo: Credit Scotty Laughland Meet Nyasha Makusa #MTB4All A great article on the DMBinS website presenting Makusa, a young mountain biker of colour, that is...
The Scotland Loves Local campaign is a national initiative designed to encourage all those who live in Scotland to think, choose and spend local first. TreeZone Loch...
Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park is an amazing place to experience but like many other places across the globe, there are numerous environmental threats that we...
In Your Element will be running a number of activity session over the upcoming February half-term school break at Loch Tay Highland Lodges. From Saturday 11th to...
In Your Element helped run a huge Highland Games event in the Aviemore area back in October, for an international group visiting the area. We had a big team involved in...
At In Your Element, we are always on the look out for new ways in which we can improve what we do when it comes to looking after the environment. Afterall, we rely on...
It's here!!! The In Your Element Newsletter, December 2022 is now available to read online. With news about a tourism award, our new Green Team, Trees for Life,...
The TreeZone Loch Lomond Team was out planting trees recently. It was part of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Scheme to help keep the regeneration of the...
We are very, very happy to announce that In Your Element won the Highlands and Islands Tourism Award for Best Outdoor or Adventure Experience 2022 at the #HITA award...
Just to let you know that we've just re-launched our website today having made some significant improvements behind the scenes. It might not look very different on the...
Woohoo!!! In Your Element has been shortlisted for an award in this year's Highlands & Islands Tourism Awards! We're competing for the 'Best Outdoor or Adventure...
Fort William activities are now available to book online. We've now got a number of regular, scheduled activities available to book online from early July,...
It's that time of year when new staff come on board to join the IYE team and get to know their way around. Recently, the Aviemore team have been doing some training...
We have a new Trainee Instructor position to fill at our Aviemore base for the 2022 season ahead. A great opportunity for anyone trying to get into the industry. More...
We are still hoping to fill a final few vacancies for the 2022 season ahead. TreeZone Instructor Aviemore Bike Mechanic Aviemore Activity Instructors Loch Tay You can...
In Your Element is very excited to announce the opening of a new activity base in Fort William, the UK's Outdoor Capital. We have, for a long time, been very active in...
Multi-Activity Instructor positions across Scotland for the 2022 season. Bookings are looking very strong for the summer so we are now recruiting additional...
In response to a huge increase in demand for adventure holidays in Scotland in recent years, we are very pleased to announce that we now have a number of River Spey...
We're just launched our 2022 activity programme at Forest Holidays Strathyre and Forest Holidays Argyll. All scheduled programmes are available to book online now for...
Ropes Course Instructor Vacancy, Loch LomondLooking for a fun outdoor job this season? Like the sound of helping customers around a 5-star aerial adventure course on...
Did you know Scotland's five ski resorts offer the best outdoor skiing and snowboarding in the UK? Surrounded by beautiful Highland and Aberdeenshire scenery, the...
In Your Element are looking for a bike mechanic to fill a vacancy at our Aviemore Bike Hire Hub, Rothiemurchus. If you're interested please get in touch. Closing Date...
We currently have a number of Marin Pine Mountain 1 (£350) and Marin Bobcat Trail (£200) for sale. If you are interested in buying one please email: aviemore@iye.scot...
Just a reminder that Treezone Loch Lomond is temporarily closed at the moment, re-opening on 28th December 2021 for the festive period. You can however, still check...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In Your Element recently undertook a quick review of how sustainable its website was using a tool called the Website Carbon...
The latest In Your Element newsletter is now available to read online. After our busiest year ever, we've got news about ..... 50% off activities as part of the...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Aviemore & Badenoch covers the area sometimes known as Badenoch and Strathspey. Badenoch (from the Scottish Gaelic Bàideanach...
Police Scotland is running a year-long awareness-raising campaign (Operation Wingspan) to tackle wildlife crime across the country and is seeking the help of the...
Activities For The October School Holidays Although things are quietening down a bit, we've still got plenty to offer at our various locations across the country....
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The latest In Your Element newsletter is now available to read online. In this issue: - October Holiday Activities Available to Book...
Due to major challenges in sourcing new canoe and kayak equipment across the industry at the moment (due to supplier issues and huge demand), In Your Element will be...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The season isn't over yet! Over the fast-approaching school holiday period we have Gorge Walking near Inverness and Canoeing on Loch...
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here at In Your Element, we’ve been providing amazing outdoor experiences since 2004, so we know a thing or two about exploring...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type="image_grid" images="10143,10145,10146,10147"][vc_column_text]Since the turn of the year when we started our Trees for Life...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Over the last few days Mike, Tim and Calum have been busy out of the office working with ITV to support filming of Josie Gibson's...
As COVID restrictions start to lift across the UK, and everyone starts heading for our wonderful outdoor spaces, it's so important that we all do our bit to help stop...
We're very excited to announce that In Your Element has joined forces with both Trees for Life and the Leave No Trace organisation. As a company working across Scotland...
TreeZone Instructors 2021 Season We are now looking to hire High-Ropes Instructors for the 2021 season at our Loch Lomond aerial adventure course. Please send us your...
Great news! TreeZone Aviemore will be opening for a few days over the Christmas and New Year period. We will be open on the following dates: 23 December 27 - 30...
In Your Element are now recruiting instructors for the 2021 season, with positions available at all our locations - Inverness/ Loch Ness, Aviemore, Loch Tay and Loch...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Although we can't offer activity dates at the moment we can offer you activity experience vouchers with an expiry date of 31st...
Our activity hub at Loch Tay Highland Lodges near Killin, will be closing up for the winter at the end of October. After a crazy summer season, post-lockdown, we have...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]TreeZone Loch Lomond, based at Balloch will be closing its doors for the winter, at the end of the day on Sunday 22nd November. ...
It's been a long time since we have been able to post some good news, but we are really happy with the way our prep is going for re-opening as restrictions ease. Staff...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Please take a few minutes to read our Coronavirus Update, letting all our customers know what they can and importantly, cannot expect...
In Your Element will have activities available at the following locations this weekend, the 21st and 22nd March. In order to help protect everyone (staff and customers...
In Your Element continue to offer an exciting range of outdoor adventure activities at Loch Tay Highland Lodges. We care very deeply about the health and safety of our...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Given the rainy start to 2020, a lot of us may well have had enough water already this year. However, Scotland's abundance of water...
TreeZone Aviemore and Loch Lomond are now searching for instructors for the 2020 season. If you are interested in applying you can find out more on our recruitment...
Please note that over the next couple of weeks our office cover will be much more limited due to the holidays. If you need to to contact us urgently, we should still...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Job opportunities for UHI students. Along with other employers, In Your Element has recently teamed up with the University of...
15% Off Activity Gift Vouchers From now until 24th December 2019 we are offering a 15% discount on In Your Element activity gift vouchers. Vouchers are valid to use...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] White-water activity market expanding In recent years the UK has seen a huge increase in demand for activities that involve...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Ex-hire boat & bike sale open-day - Saturday 23rd November in Aviemore 9:00AM to 4:00PM. We will have all of our unsold...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It's that time of year again when many of us start turning our attention to Christmas time and that dreaded task of sorting out...
In addition to the ex-hire mountain bikes already on sale, we now have some Canadian Canoes, Venture Easky touring kayaks and P&H Scorpio sea kayaks for sale. You...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Loch Tay is a big-old freshwater loch in the central highlands of Scotland, and straddles both Perthshire and Stirlingshire counties....
Engineering Works & Closures A number of sections of the Canoe Trail will be closed this autumn and winter due to engineering works: Closed between Aberchalder...
So you read our last blog post on what to wear if it's looking a bit chilly outside (see Brrrrr! What shall I wear today), and now you're thinking 'What else do I need...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Autumn is well and truly with us and if you're anything like us, you won't want a little bit of inclement weather to stop you getting...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We're very excited to announce that TreeZone Loch Lomond will be opening late at Halloween (29th and 30th October 2019). You may...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With such a varied landscape of lochs, glens, hills, mountains and coast, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is the...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The October school holidays start for some schools in Scotland, on Friday 11th October, to the excitement of many kids. Parents will...
The latest edition of the Ocean Paddler magazine from Paddle Press Media, is now available for all you salty-paddlers out there. In this issue: 360˚• News • My Superior...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]TreeZone Loch Lomond have just launched a photo competition to find out what talented photographers there are in the area. TreeZone...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It's August and the schools in Scotland are starting to go back for the next academic year. Kids are excited to see their friends...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are happy to share our new video with you - you can find it on our Youtube channel and our Facebook page. If you can't decide what...
My experience with 'In Your Element' My name is Elitsa Metodieva and I am a Marketing Management student at Edinburgh Napier University. I am from Bulgaria and I have...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It's all go for us at the moment! We're very excited to announce that mountain bikes, trailers and tag-a-longs can now be booked...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Our latest newsletter is now available to read online, with activity ideas for the summer, news about online bike hire, Great Glen...
A new bus service will be introduced from July 8 connecting Aviemore with Dufftown and Elgin. This new bus connection will provide links to Citylink services in...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="4607" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_column_text]Our next Early morning canoe safari near Inverness is full, but we...
If you like to explore remote, unspoilt areas of the country, Loch Maree offers open space in vast quantities. You need to drive (or cycle) west of Inverness almost to...
We're extremely happy to have received our 2019 Certificates of Excellence for our In Your Element and TreeZone Aerial Adventure Courses. Alongside the 2019 certificate...
Many who enjoy the outdoors and that have spent time in the mountainous areas of Scotland will be aware of mountain bothies. They may even have made use of one or two...
Loch Ericht (Scottish Gaelic, Loch Eireachd) is a freshwater loch on the border between Perth and Kinross and the Highlands with a north-east to south-west...
Scotland is already home to a number of famous long-distance touring routes, whether that is on foot, in a canoe or kayak on water or by road or bike. We have it all....
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Due to additional complications when carrying out extensive renovation work to one of the...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Leave No Trace principles offers us some top tips to help us minimise our own impact on the environment when we visit the countryside...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We opened our doors to customers at our new activity location on the shores of Loch Tay, in February. Based at Loch Tay Highland...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It's half-way through March and the Easter school holidays are on the horizon. For those of you heading to the Aviemore &...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are running our first Sunrise Canoe Safari on the 24th March and have 4 places left. This is an gentle canoe journey in a...
#VisitScotExpo is Scotland's Premier Travel Trade Show and takes place @SECGlasgow on 10+11 April 2019. In Your Element will be exhibiting again this year...
Due to an upgrade and switch over to a new online booking platform, you may experience some disruption if trying to book the following activities online from 3rd to 6th...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In Your Element have plenty of activities to tempt you away from your slippers, screens and toasty fires! We have activities...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In addition to the scheduled activities on offer at Loch Tay Highland Lodges, we also offer Katakanu Hire (for up to 6 people). For...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Canoe Scotland have added some new information and guidelines to their website for any paddlers looking for some dos and don'ts or...
We're very excited to announce that we will be offering activities at Loch Tay Highland Lodges in 2019. Scheduled activities are now available to book online, with the...
2019 is already looking like a very busy year for In Your Element, with lots of variety across Scotland, including: exciting groups / school residentials and corporate...
If you're anything like us, it's often at this time of year you might start planning your adventures for the following year. You may be new to canoeing or an...
We are looking for a Ropes Course Manager to run our TreeZone course at Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch. This following information pack will hopefully be of use in helping...
It's that time of the year again, and as the winter approaches, we're starting to close things down at Loch Lomond Shores beach. The team will be removing the equipment...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Over the October school holiday week we've got awesome target archery, great off-road Segways tours and tree-mendous fun in the trees...
We're very happy to announce that TreeZone Aviemore has retained its Visit Scotland 5-star rating as an activity centre. Visit Scotland send...
The latest 'Paddler' ezine is now available to read online and in print. As always there are some great articles, but our favourite this time around is 'In love with...
We've been working away behind the scenes with Luss Estate to offer some new activities for visitors to the bustling village of Luss, on Lomond's western shores. This...
The summer school holidays are almost upon us again, unbelievably, and it's that time of year that we get our WoW balls and archery bows out to entertain anyone that...
TreeZone Loch Lomond and Aviemore are looking for instructors to work on the course over the summer months. If you are interested in applying or know someone that is,...
Kickstart a conversation in your school wherever you are on World Ocean Day. June 8th, 2018. More people are talking about the ocean than ever this year and if you want...
Please note that we are currently experiencing some difficulties with our online booking platform for TreeZone Aviemore. TreeZone Loch Loch Lomond remains unaffected....
Whenever we head to the outdoors for work or recreation we should all be keeping a few simple guidelines in mind, to help minimise the impact we have on the environment...
TreeZone Loch Lomond is looking for instructors for the coming season. If you're interested in applying please send us a CV with accompanying covering letter (outlining...
TreeZone Aviemore are looking for instructors for the coming season. If you're interested in applying please send us a CV with accompanying covering letter (outlining...
Take Care of your Trails Weekend is a co-ordinated nationwide weekend of volunteer-based bike trail maintenance events happening across...
All of our regular off-road Segway Adventure sessions and Archery sessions at Aviemore are now available to book online. We have regular sessions available, the...
Our latest newsletter is now available to read online. In this newsletter we're offering the chance to win a family pass at TreeZone Aviemore or Loch Lomond, 15% off...
We've got lots of new activity packages for 2018, based in the Loch Lomond area. With options available for days away from the office all year-round, we're sure we can...
We've got some awesome new photos to show off from a recent guided paddling expedition on the Great Glen Canoe Trail. In your Element's Mike recently got involved in...
Celebrating is what we do really well in Scotland, and if there is one day of the year where you’ll hear a lot of noise from us, it’s St Andrew’s Day (30 November) when...
New for 2018 - we're very excited about this one! We're planning to run a number of winter whisky rambles in Perthshire over the winter months. Included in the...
TreeZone Loch Lomond is closed at the moment for annual maintenance checks and will be open at weekends again from Saturday 18th November. Sorry for any inconvenience...
Discounted experience gift vouchers If you're looking for some gift ideas for family or friends, or perhaps for a Secret Santa Christmas gift some a work colleague, why...
The John Muir Trust has joined with author Robert Macfarlane and artist Jackie Morris to promote their new book ‘The Lost Words’, an enchanting collaboration that...
We're very pleased to announce that our Great Glen Canoe Trail and River Spey Canoe Expedition dates are now available to book online for 2018. Our first scheduled date...
Our latest newsletter is now available to read online. In this issue of the newsletter: 5 stars for TreeZone again Director Brenda busy out of the office Activities...
You might wonder what I'm talking about when I say that Glenmorangie (reknowned producers of fine Malt Whiskies) have put their name to a high-end road bike, but that's...
We're very pleased to annouce that both TreeZone Aviemore and TreeZone Loch Lomond have retained their Visit Scotland 5-star Activity Centre Awards for another year. A...
Although the summer is fading and the Autumn colours are starting to appear, we've got plenty of things to offer you across the country. Inverness and Loch Ness - We...
Celebrate food and drink in a truly stunning location, you can join the fun on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd September 2017 for a weekend full of delicious food and...
Our latest newsletter (although first in our new guise as In Your Element) is now available to read online. Use the following link to see what's new in our world of...
We've got loads of activities available over the coming months, designed to keep families and friends entertained over the summer months. With something to offer in the...
We are currently looking for contract instructors, freelance instructors and TreeZone Aerial Adventure Course instructors. Find out more on our 'Work with IYE' page...
Our new 'In Your Element' pop-up banners arrived today. Look out for them at #VisitScotExpo next Wednesday & Thursday where you'll find Mike, Natalie and Calum...
We are hoping to recruit 2 instructors for our TreeZone Loch Lomond Course, Balloch. Applications: A CV with accompanying covering letter (outlining why you would be a...
In Your Element have recently taken over the pavillion building opposite TreeZone Aviemore, on the Rothiemurchus Estate. The new hire centre will offer both mountain...
We've got some family-friendly Easter Activities on offer at St Benedict's Abbey, Fort Augustus during the Easter holidays. With Loch Ness as your backdrop this is a...
It's that time of year when we need to do some maintenance checks around the Aviemore Course and in order to do so, the course will be closed for 5 days, from Monday...
Freelance Instructors Required As we continue to expand our business across Scotland, we need a bigger pool of Freelance Instructor to call upon. We need instructors...
Since Boots N Paddles first arrived on the Highland activity scene in the mid-90's the company has continued to grow steadily to the point where it can now consider...
Mountain biking is huge in Scotland, it's also pretty awesome. Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned trail rider, there are loads of places you can find out...
Without doubt, Inverpolly is one of Scotland and the UK's last true wilderness areas. It's the name given to a large area of western Sutherland in the Northwest...
Our latest 'Keeping in Touch' Newsletter is now available to read online, just follow the link below: What's in it this month? - Treezone Loch Lomond - building work...
Scotland is pretty good when it comes to hills and mountains. We've got loads of them for a start, we've got easy ones, hard ones, short walks and epic adventures....
A graphic novel about the conservationist John Muir has been distributed to schools all over Scotland to spread the word about his legacy. The book, with illustrations...
This looks like another great addition to the existing network of Scotland's long distance trails. The idea of developing the Affric Kintail Way is to promote an area...
Scotland's Great Trails If you're looking for an awesome challenge to test not only your stamina but also your mental resolve, then why not consider this 250km...
Our latest 'Keeping in Touch' Newsletter is now available to read online, just follow the link below: What's in it this month? - New Great Glen Canoe Trail scheduled...
Getting out into nature with the family is certainly one of the most unique bonding experiences on Earth. Not only do you get to spend a few solid days with your young...
The Canadian Canoe - Your Perfect Travel Partner The open canoe is a remarkably versatile craft and it can open the door to a variety of great adventures. Load it up...
Tim Peal and Nikki Woodroffe recently undertook a charity challenge on the Great Glen Canoe Trail and this is how it went... In an effort to raise money for Cancer...
We know the River Spey pretty well give how important it is to our business, however, there's so much more to the River Spey that most people probably don't realise,...
Geoparks Come and explore Scotland's rocky foundations on its journey through time and around the world. See the remains of deserts, seas, volcanoes and glaciers, which...
It's February and the days are starting to stretch out again and many of us will be thinking about where we'll be going walking over the Spring and Summer months. ...
If you've not heard of it before, The Glenfiddich Challenge is an exciting adventure in which 6 Dutch contestants are taken to the Scottish Highlands for a multi-day...
Our latest newsletter is now available for all to read. With news about expansion into the Scottish Central Belt, a 5* award for TreeZone, Off-road Segways, and a...
Boots N Paddles recently ran a 3-day expedition for the Whale & Dolphin Conservation Society as a way of raising some much needed funds for this worthy charity. One...
After waiting for what has seemed like an eternity, the latest addition to our list of exciting activities is almost ready to go. From the end of August, when water...
Canoe sailing brings a new dimension to canoeing and is FUN! Having recently tried canoe sailing for the first time in May this year, I enjoyed it so much that I've...
If you're into the outdoors and need to know when to avoid the wind or indeed if you're actively looking for windy conditions, then this website could be what you're...
Our very own Mike (Dunthorne) has just volunteered to step-in as a last minute replacement for a rather onerous challenge. Mike will join Chris Ostler and attempt to...
This is for all you parents out there with wee ones growing into big ones that are just desperate to get on a bike. I'm a parent of 5-year old, into everything, twins...
Our latest newsletter for Summer 2012 is now available. In this issue: - The Segways have arrived - Whale & Dolphin Conservation Society take on the Spey - 'Fiona...
With ever increasing numbers of people heading for the hills and mountains of Scotland to enjoy what the landscape has to offer, it's important to remember that walkers...
As the nice weather is (hopefully) approaching and more of us will be out on the water I thought it would be a good opportunity to share some information about...
One of the country’s leading outdoors writers and broadcasters revealed he will be working with the BBC this year to film a project that will follow a route from...
Ok, so unless you're talking about some of our staff, we can't claim to be experts on fossils. However, that's not to say that we, as outdoorsy-type people won't come...
It is anticipated that 2012 could be the year of the tick. Recent news reveals that the ticks are coming… and this year they will be more prominent than ever in...
If you've ever done a walk that spans more than one map sheet then the faff will be familiar; and it's usually raining and windy when it comes to the swap, too. More...
The next time you're huffing and puffing up a steep mountain track, take a moment to consider why we even have mountains to explore. Nothing lasts in nature. Given...
Why “Song of the Paddle”? The Song of the Paddle is a well-known book amongst open canoeists. It is written by Bill Mason and is subtitled “An Illustrated Guide to...
The Outdoor Paradise - A Ski and Kayak Odyssey in Europe's Great Wild This looks like a great read although it's only available for pre-order at the moment. The...
Carrying on where we left off yesterday... click here “Adventure sports bring considerable health benefits, both physical and psychological, and this is now fairly...
Public Safety and Risk Assessment By David J Ball and Laurence Ball-King Is Britain wrapped in cotton wool? It’s a question posed by the authors in this book which...
Carrying on where we left off yesterday - Yesterday's post Sarah Howcroft sees her new website project as a start. “I do believe this is the only way we will see...
Recyling outdoor gear: first industry steps towards a greener future? How green is your outdoor gear? No, not the colour; do you ever consider the environmental...
Spectacular winter mountains can also be a dangerous place to be. Scotland’s mountaineering experts are offering a series of events that could, they said, save your...
Thanks to Jim Krawiecki (Guardian.co.uk, Tue 1 Jul 2008) who gives us a quick guide round the best sea kayaking coastlines in Europe. Scotland features in this list,...
Even if the Bushmen of the Kalahari used to go hunting and gathering for months at a time with pretty much only their weapon as essential gear, today’s adventurer needs...
This is the site where all paddlers including kayakers, canoeists, and rafters can find out what the river levels are in Scotland (including dam release information). ...
Where shall we go next? I came across this recently in the Scottish Mountaineer Magazine (Mountaineering Council of Scotland Publication) and thought to myself, "That...
You may have seen my previous post in the lead up to Mike and Calum's Nepalese adventure. Well, we're back and have some photos and a route map to show you. The route...
At any time of year Scotland is a brilliant place to watch wildlife, but now that Autumn is well and truly upon us and with winter approaching, here are a just a few...
This is a great read, and a book that I've looked at on quite a number of occasions now, either just for interest or for example, when I was looking for information in...
This guide is an essential resource to help you plan your journey through the Great Glen across Scotland. As well as the calm waters of the Caledonian Canal there are...
Lessons from the master: A short film from canoeist Bill Mason illustrates the joy and poetry of paddling solo. All the basic strokes used to control the canoe are...
According to the Marine Conservation Society, Scotland has the highest average litter levels in the UK of six out of the seven sewage-related debris items: condoms,...
Did the headline grab your attention? Good. Having recently attended an event in Edinburgh (the SYHA Youth Residential Experiences Conference, which was very good I...
On the 7th October 2011, Boots N Paddles' staff, Mike and Calum will head off to Nepal to attempt one of its highest trekking peaks; Mera Peak [6476m/ 21,246ft]. In...
The Scottish Canoe Association (SCA) is a great place to start if you're looking for any information that's paddle-related. They have a large list of resources on...
A large part of our time is spent working in the wonderful Cairngorms National Park, so any changes that are proposed to the way the park operates, are of interest to...
Speaking to a mate recently, he mentioned a book he was reading that sounded really interesting. If you're a seasoned hill walker/ munro-bagger or perhaps someone just...
Has anyone out there got this piece of equipment yet? This is a device that connects to your smartphone and allows you to connect to the outside world from many...
You may know you’re way around the huge number of Scottish Waterways and might be familiar with where to go and when, however, if you’re not and looking for some...
Have you ever seen those kilted men-mountains going head to head in what might be considered as some unusual sporting events? Well, in our experience at least, more...
Discover Canoeing is a complete introduction to open canoeing. Canoeing and kayaking have topped the UK charts for water sports since 2003, matched only by angling...
You may already be aware of the UK Climbing Forum, which is a great resource for anyone into climbing or mountaineering and is currently the biggest of its kind in the...
The Drambuie Pursuit is over for another year, the 6th year since inception. We've been involved since the outset having worked closely with the event organisers...
We've just tested out some new kit on a 3-day descent of the River Spey by canoe, and thought you might like to hear about it. Our instructor, Adrian, was more than...
Campfood has come a long way in the last few years and it doesn't have to be tasteless mush anymore. There's some great books out there but I do like this this one by...
The cool camping series of books (and website) have grown in number over recent years as the popularity of camping increases year on year. The lure of the magical...
We love this book and have a couple of copies in the office, kept handy for quick reference when customers call looking for idea, or of course, when planning a wee trip...
If you're new to canoeing or just haven't been out paddling for a long time, here are some suggestions/reminders about the kind of kit you should think about having...
Currently, Leave No Trace is releasing a series of Public Service Announcements (PSAs) by the 2009 Academy Award winning filmmaker, Michael Ramsay. The one-minute PSAs...
Currently, Leave No Trace is releasing a series of Public Service Announcements (PSAs) by the 2009 Academy Award winning filmmaker, Michael Ramsay. The one-minute PSAs...
If you're just starting to get into Sea Kayaking, Scotland has so many brilliant opportunities available to paddlers of all abilities. Here are some books that we use...
Currently, Leave No Trace is releasing a series of Public Service Announcements (PSAs) by the 2009 Academy Award winning filmmaker, Michael Ramsay. The one-minute PSAs...
In the Spring 2011 edition of our Keeping in Touch newsletter, we've got all sorts of news to tell you about: - Gold Award for Boots N Paddles - Paddle Skills courses -...
If you're a paddler (canoe, kayak or otherwise), you should be aware of the Paddlers' Access Code, which outlines some common sense principles that you should bear in...
A 3-day journey down the majestic River Spey from Aviemore to the sea at Spey Bay. One of the 'Big 4' rivers that is a must for the touring canoeist in Scotland, and...
A spectacular guided coast to coast canoe journey A fabulous journey by Canadian canoe right across Scotland from Fort William on the West Coast to Inverness, capital...
High in the trees at Rothiemurchus, TreeZone is the ultimate Aerial Adventure Course (sister company to Boots N Paddles). Zip wires, balance beams, hanging platforms,...
The Inner Moray Firth area of the Scottish Highlands is a true mecca for open canoeing. Within 30 miles of Inverness there are five fantastic canoe touring rivers for...
Everyone can enjoy the great outdoors in Scotland, in part due to our liberal laws brought about by the Land Reform Act in 2003. Despite the fact that people own the...
You can now contact the 999 emergency services by SMS text from your mobile. This will be particularly useful for those needing assistance when mobile reception is poor...
Regardless of your favourite outdoor activity, Leave No Trace skills are important to learn. Leave No Trace is a national and international program designed to assist...
