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Top tips: what to pack for a day hike

Published by Rebecca Field May 8, 2019

Top tips: what to pack for a day hike in Scotland We are frequently asked what to pack for a day hike in the Highlands, […]

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10 top tips: preparing for a hiking challenge

Published by Rebecca Field May 1, 2019

10 top tips for hiking: How to prepare for a Scottish hiking challenge (updated) The challenge of hiking in Scotland can be underestimated. Below we’ve […]

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Top tips for a self-guided walking holiday in the Highlands of Scotland

Published by Rebecca Field April 18, 2019

Are you planning to visit Scotland for self guided walking holidays? There are some important factors which should influence your planning. Treat the hills with […]

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Why choose a winter skills course, Scotland?

Published by Rebecca Field December 19, 2018

Deciding to book a winter skills course is a matter of safety in the hills. You definitely don’t want to be the one who’s on […]

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How to build your own ice hotel

Published by Rebecca Field December 5, 2018

Thinking of going on a snowhole expedition? The best way to build a snowhole Andy Bateman of Scot Mountain Holidays leads at least 3 commercial […]

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Which hike to choose in Scotland?

Published by Rebecca Field November 28, 2018

It’s daunting trying to decide where to hike in Scotland Researching where to hike in Scotland is not necessarily an easy task You probably have […]

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10 top Christmas ideas for the hiker in your life

Published by Andy Bateman November 21, 2018

The first 10 gift ideas for hikers and walkers Stuck for gift ideas for hikers? What to get the hiker in your life? Read on. We’ve […]

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Is there something different about being 50?

Published by Rebecca Field October 3, 2018

What’s important about 50? Fifty plus – a new place from which to analyse life.It’s amazing how from one day to the next your perspective […]

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Tailor made wild adventure for 2 Chinese families

Published by Rebecca Field July 25, 2018

Family adventure vacations: A truly wild & natural adventure Family adventure vacations mean different things to different families. Our definition is possibly a wee bit […]

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How to have a midge free vacation in Scotland

Published by Rebecca Field June 21, 2018

Midges in Scotland have a reputation which far outweighs their size, but perhaps not their numbers. Here in Scotland, we’re not subtle in our campaign […]

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