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 …
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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 …
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 …
Staoineag Bothy via Corrour Station
In this post I’m sharing highlights from a Summer Solstice two-nighter near Fort William that we took on 20-22 June 2022 (how cool is that date?). …
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 …
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 …
Tea in Nature
I have a fond appreciation for hot beverages and outdoor spaces, but my “on the move” mentality means I don’t often stop to make a ritual of the experience . …
Dartmoor: Erme Plains, Erme Pits, and the Yealm
A return to Dartmoor and the Erme Plains, but taking a slightly different route inspired by the Dartmoor Cicerone Guide by John Earle. This route heads up the …