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Wild Lochaber Festival 2013

As Scotland celebrates the Year of Natural Scotland 2013, the Lochaber region is set to host the second Wild Lochaber Festival. The week-long festival is a celebration of the diverse nature and stunning landscape of the Scottish region, which is […]

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Riders get set for two new MTB events

Did you take part in last year’s Muckmedden mountain biking event? If so, you will already know how much fun these events can be. This year, two new MTB’ing events have been added to the calendar. Muckmedden Eliminator On July […]

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Guide to summer camping

Scots are embracing the continuing staycation with a renewed focus on camping. Tourism insiders have witnessed a growth in the back-to-basics style holiday – and the demand for more luxury end tents and camping nit reveals that families are keen Getting […]

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Join the mountain biking enduro trend

The latest trend in mountain biking events in Scotland is enduros. Originating from the off-road motorbike world, enduros are cross-country events that include timed downhill stages. In 2013, there are at least six enduro MTB competitions taking place. For groups […]

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How will you celebrate John Muir Day?

If Scotland’s wild places matter to you, then the chances are you’ve heard of John Muir. The 19th century Scot-born American is hailed as the father of national parks and a pioneer conservationist. And now, on the 175th anniversary of […]

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Choosing the right waterproof jacket

Whatever the season in Scotland, a waterproof jacket is an essential item for walking (and for climbing, mountaineering, cycling etc). But with so many jackets to choose from where do you start when choosing the right waterproof jacket for you? […]

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Will you sign up for 5×50 challenge 2013?

A fitness challenge returns for 2013 and looks set to attract even more people than the inaugural event last year. Known as the 5×50 Challenge, the event begins on March 31 and challenges people of all ages and fitness levels […]

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Active holidays for families

Have you always been an active holidaymaker? Do you prefer walking, cycling or kayaking trips to a fortnight reading a book on a beach? But what about your holidays as a family? Have you shelved the more active vacations for […]

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Try a new outdoor activity in 2013

Scotland is acclaimed as Europe’s outdoors capital – and has more than 50 outdoors activities on offer. Activities are provided by a host of enthusiastic and professional companies, with highly qualified instructors. Whether you’re a newbie to the outdoors, and […]

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Charity warns walkers of ticks

A charity is warning walkers to beware of ticks in 2013. Ahead of the spring kickstart of the ticks season in the UK, Lyme Disease Action has issued some top tips for avoiding the wee biting beasties. And while the […]

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