Being Closer to Nature

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 nature and get as close as you can, wild-camping is a great way of doing just that. We can all...

Responsible Toileting in the Cairngorms National Park

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, & where & how to go when nature calls in the great outdoors, & accordingly...

Great Glen Canoe & Kayak Trail 360

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 William and wondered what it would be like on the water.  Our 360 degree photo tour allows you to see...

Human waste: what to do when there’s no loo

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 to go to the toilet.  Nothing wrong with that, and is of course, not something we can stop...

Where to Paddle A Canoe in Scotland

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 at the Scottish Canoe Routes website for inspiration, which is designed to give the newcomer a taste...

What to do if you need a poo in the outdoors!

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 wilder areas and you feel the urge, then there is definitely a wrong way and right way...