In Your Element Blog
This is the place to find out what’s going on with In Your Element, Outdoor Experiences, Events, Staff and Company News.
Release The Highlander Within
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 corporate groups. The common...
Blue-Green Algae at Loch Tay
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 October (although we will...
Trees For Life Update
Tree-mendous News. Â 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 up to 207 trees in the In Your...
New Activities for Fort William This Summer
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, archery, axe-throwing and river...
Stag Stalking Season Starts 1st July
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 August onwards, but you should be...
In Your Element Summer 2023 Newsletter
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 Play At Loch Tay Highland Lodges;...
Mountain biking can be for everyone
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 means or opportunity to enjoy this...
Lead/ Senior Instructor Position Available Loch Tay
Experienced Multi-Activity Instructor - Loch Tay, Perthshire Pay range (based on previous experience and qualifications) Lead Instructor: £24,500 - £25,500 pro rata, 42.5 hours Senior Instructor:...
Canoe Across Scotland – a lovely customer review
"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 by our guide Andy Russell and...
See Loch Ness From Your Armchair
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...
Try Something New in 2023
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 things to do across Scotland...
Cairngorms Nature Festival 2023
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...
25th April – Anzac (Biscuit) Day
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,...
12 Ways To Connect With 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...
Watch Out for Invasive Species
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...
In Your Element at Visit Scotland Connect Event
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...
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,...
Reporting Wildlife Crimes
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...
Lovely Loch Lubnaig
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...
Loch Lomond Water Safety Training
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...
