by Calum Rogerson | Apr 30, 2023 | Loch Ness, Nice to look at
Can you see Loch Ness from your house? You can now! Â Through the wonders of modern technology, you can sit back with a cuppa and see what’s going on around Loch Ness using a number of handily-place webcams. Â Of course, it’s not as good as the real thing,...
by Calum Rogerson | Apr 27, 2023 | Uncategorized
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 runs from 12 – 21 May 2023 with the Big Nature Weekend being the 12-15th. There is a huge range of...
by Calum Rogerson | Apr 25, 2023 | Useful information
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 in the Gallipoli Campaign, their first engagement in the First World War (1914–1918). To...
by Calum Rogerson | Apr 20, 2023 | Activity ideas, Sustainability, Useful information, Wellbeing, Wilderness, WIldlife & nature
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 forest or having a picnic at the beach. There are so many other (less-obvious) ways you can enhance...
by Calum Rogerson | Apr 18, 2023 | Environment, Sustainability, Useful information, WIldlife & nature
Watch out for invasive species on your next adventure. Â Spring has sprung across Scotland and it’s so great to see many of our favourites return for another year, whether it’s the snowdrops in February, the daffodils in March or the bluebells in May, they...
by Calum Rogerson | Apr 17, 2023 | Events, Latest news
Mike and Calum will be heading through to Aberdeen for a couple of days this week, to participate in this international tourism event. Â VisitScotland Connect 2023 will be taking place at the P&J Live Aberdeen on April 19-20, 2023. VisitScotland is focused on...
by Calum Rogerson | Apr 15, 2023 | Environment, Loch Lomond, outdoor skills, Safety, Sustainability, Wilderness, WIldlife & nature
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...
by Calum Rogerson | Apr 11, 2023 | Access, Environment, Sustainability, Useful information, WIldlife & nature
Reporting crimes that you might come across when out walking, biking or boating. Â It is, unfortunately, not uncommon now to come across different types of crime when out exploring with friends or family, or perhaps even on a school expedition. Â For the purposes of...
by Calum Rogerson | Apr 11, 2023 | Activity ideas, Loch Lomond, Places of interest, WIldlife & nature
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 Highlands. It’s a popular destination for holiday makers, outdoor enthusiasts including paddlers,...
by Calum Rogerson | Apr 9, 2023 | Loch Lomond, outdoor skills, Safety, Useful information
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 obvious attractions, it can be dangerous if not treated with the respect it deserves. Â In...
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