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Preparing for a group hiking trip to Scotland: it may be more complex than it seems. “Scotland is not the Rockies” – understanding Scottish terrain […]
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Frequently asked questions Are the horses well-trained and accustomed to walking with guests? Yes, the horses are very comfortable around people and are accustomed to […]
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Planning Ahead: Setting Your Walking Goals for 2026 Looking back so you can move forward Now’s a great time to pause and reflect on last […]
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When most people picture a walking holiday, they imagine the trails: winding routes through ancient forests, high plateaus brushed with heather, summits opening onto vast […]
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Walking Gently: How We Care for Scotland’s Wild Places The Cairngorms are special. Anyone who has walked through ancient Caledonian pines; been lucky enough to […]
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Chasing the Light: Winter Sunrises, Sunsets & Night Skies in the Cairngorms Winter in the Scottish Highlands offers some of the most extraordinary light of […]
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Scottish Snow-holing: Best Practice in Modern Conditions Snow-holing has a long and established tradition in Scotland’s winter mountains and in alpine and arctic regions worldwide. […]
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Essential winter skills training for walkers in Scotland Walking in the Scottish Highlands during winter is one of the most exhilarating and rewarding outdoor experiences […]
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How the weather can change your experience of hiking in the Highlands One of the great truths of exploring the Scottish Highlands is that the […]
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