Big Agnes Parkview 63l Backpack Review
This thing doesn’t just look good, it is good! I looked at various packs for a while before I came across the Big Agnes Parkview 63L. Like most folk I …
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The Cobbler: Hike to a geological gem in Loch Lomond
The Cobbler (aka Ben Aurthur) is one of the most popular hills in the southern highlands and for good reason. Its distinctive “triple fang” outline is visible …
Cairngorm Glens Grand Traverse
I have a birthday tradition that involves starting and finishing the day in the outdoors (usually in a tent!) and 2022 was no exception. This year’s …
Bidean nam Bian and Stob Coire Sgreamhach
This was a weekend of many firsts, not least of which was our first time around this epic circuit in Glencoe via Bidean Nam Bian, the highest summit in our home …
Van Life Scotland: Glen Etive
Mark had the bright idea to go to Glencoe to do the epic Bidean nam Bian walk from the Three Sisters viewpoint and so we decided to make a night of it – …
Staoineag Bothy via Corrour Station
20-22 June 2022 (check out those numbers!) Highlights from a Summer Solstice 2022 two-nighter near Fort William. The original plan was to …
Beinn a’Chochuill & Beinn Eunaich
A few scenes from a walk on a perfectly clear day up Beinn a’Chochuill and Beinn Eunaich, two Munros east of Loch Etive in Argyll and Bute. We were lucky to …
Achnanclach Bothy, A Winter Overnight in the Northern Highlands
Highlights from a January overnight stay a Achnanclach Bothy in the farthest reaches of Northern Scotland with my #bothybuddies, Jane and Jimmy (J2). Scotland …
Oaty Blueberry Muffins
Makes 6 Ingredients 100g oats 40g ground almonds 10g chia seeds 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp bicarbonate of soda pinch of salt 4 medjool dates (or 8 dried …