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winter walking in the highlands of scotland

Winter Mountain Walking in Scotland: How to Carry and Use Crampons and an Ice Axe

Published by Rebecca Field December 18, 2025

Winter mountain walking in Scotland: how to carry and use crampons and an ice axe Preparing for winter walking Winter transforms the Scottish mountains. Familiar […]

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Snowholing in Scotland Best Practise & Top Tips

Published by Andy Bateman November 12, 2025

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 for walkers

Essential winter skills for walkers

Published by Rebecca Field November 5, 2025

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 to prepare your body and mind for autumn & winter walking

Published by Rebecca Field October 1, 2025

Preparing your body & mind for autumn & winter walking The change from summer to autumn can demand a wee bit more from you to […]

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Going hiking: starting at the beginning

Published by Rebecca Field August 20, 2025

Going Hiking: Planning a hike Planning a Hike in the Scottish Highlands When you’re an experienced hiker, it can be surprisingly difficult to break down […]

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Why book a traditional navigation course?

Published by Rebecca Field June 25, 2025

Social media and map apps blamed for record rise in mountain rescue callouts — The Guardian, April 16, 2025 Why Book a Traditional Navigation Course? […]

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How to stay safe in winter

How to be safe in the Scottish mountains in winter

Published by Rebecca Field February 19, 2025

How to Stay Safe in the Scottish Winter Mountains: Essential Tips for Hiking and Climbing Scotland’s winter hills offer unparalleled beauty and adventure, but venturing […]

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Skills: how to ice axe arrest

Published by Andy Bateman January 29, 2025

Mastering the Ice Axe Arrest in the Scottish Mountains The Scottish mountains in winter are beautiful and challenging. They draw walkers and climbers from across […]

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which boots to choose for winter

Which boots for winter?

Published by Rebecca Field December 27, 2024

How to Choose Boots for Winter Walking Crampon compatibility is important, but it’s far from the only factor to consider when choosing a suitable mountain […]

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Top 10 winter skills tips

Top 10 winter skills tips

Published by Rebecca Field December 11, 2024

Your ultimate top 10 winter skills tips Andy Bateman has instructed and guided for over 25 winter seasons across Scotland. At times its blue skies […]

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