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Young people in the Inverness area are being given an opportunity to learn new outdoor skills while having fun exploring the local area.

John Davidson missed out on the annual event due to injury, and found being a spectator a whole new challenge...

John Davidson uses the mountain bike to access two hills at Attadale, where mechanical issues add to the adventure

John Davidson enjoys a peaceful paddle around Loch Tarff, in the hills above Fort Augustus near Loch Ness

John Davidson enjoys a gentle woodland walk with the family at Boat of Garten, where he finds plenty to do

Four Highland charities are set to receive new vehicles to help their community efforts thanks to a unique event that is marking its 40th anniversary.

An ultra marathon that saw a record turnout take on the challenge of completing a loop of Loch Ness last year is set to return this spring.

A love of the outdoors is one of the most attractive qualities in a potential partner for people in the Highlands and Islands, according to research.

Rachel Smart takes a walk to the Fairy Glen Falls at Rosemarkie.

Visiting the fire-hit Lookout Hide at Insh Marshes nature reserve, John Davidson takes a winter wander along the fascinating Invertromie Trail

Hector Mackenzie takes a stroll to one of Ross-shire's most intriguing landmarks which featured in the first series of the popular BBC TV show

Great night of music for mental health charity.

The Highland Book Prize has announced its 2023 longlist, which features a dozen fiction and non-fiction titles.

The ups and downs of the Strathpuffer make a real challenge – and an even bigger achievement – for Jane Chisholm

John Davidson enjoys some rare winter sunshine on a family walk in a popular Highland forest

The event included a catwalk show as well as bridal wear and dresses for mother of the bride or groom too.

Ben Gibson, mountain safety adviser at Mountaineering Scotland, encourages people who are planning to head to the hills this winter to think ahead

Coastal walks are the most popular way to spend time outdoors in the Highlands, according to new research from the National Trust for Scotland.

See what's on in 2024 with the Active Outdoors events list covering much of the Highlands and Islands, Moray and Aberdeenshire.

The horoscopes for year ahead, by Patrick Arundell