International Day of Forests

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 them, and work in them.   Forests give us so much. They purify our water, clean the air, capture...

How To Take Care When Watching Wildlife

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 months.   It’s great that there is so much enthusiasm for wild life watching in the UK.  But as...

Cairngorms Scenic Photo Posts Campaign

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 to entice us out.  What better way to see how things change over the months, seasons, and years than...

Being A Good Visitor

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 people expected to visit Scotland’s wild places again in 2023, we’d like to take the...

The Complexities of Deer Management in Scotland

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 have spotted some of the estimated 1 million deer that now live in Scotland.   As...

Planning A Canoe Camping Expedition In Scotland

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 with the family and a picnic for a gentle float on your local loch or pack your tent, or load...