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Getting closer to nature during lockdown

05 February 2021
Getting closer to nature during lockdown

Getting closer to nature during lockdown

05 February 2021

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson finds much to embrace in the natural world as he explores the trails from his doorstep


REVIEW: Day Walks in Fort William & Glen Coe

30 January 2021
REVIEW: Day Walks in Fort William & Glen Coe

REVIEW: Day Walks in Fort William & Glen Coe

30 January 2021

If you’re looking for post-pandemic inspiration, Paul and Helen Webster have just penned another walking guide, this time to Fort William and Glen Coe


Lockdown has sparked new interest in outdoors

29 January 2021
Lockdown has sparked new interest in outdoors

Lockdown has sparked new interest in outdoors

29 January 2021

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson speaks to Paul Webster of Walk Highlands about getting back to nature in lockdown and preparing for another busy summer


Charities call for Scotland to 'Walk Back Better'

28 January 2021
Charities call for Scotland to 'Walk Back Better'

Charities call for Scotland to 'Walk Back Better'

28 January 2021

Walking charities in Scotland have joined forces to call on the Scottish Government to improve access to safe and accessible walking networks.


Winter hill goers warned to stick to limits – and Covid rules

28 January 2021
Winter hill goers warned to stick to limits – and Covid rules

Winter hill goers warned to stick to limits – and Covid rules

28 January 2021

People are being reminded to stay within their limits in the winter mountains and ensure they are following Covid-19 guidance at all times.


WATCH: Danny MacAskill launches new YouTube video on Skye's Dubh Slabs

28 January 2021
WATCH: Danny MacAskill launches new YouTube video on Skye's Dubh Slabs

WATCH: Danny MacAskill launches new YouTube video on Skye's Dubh Slabs

28 January 2021

Daring Scots mountain biker Danny MacAskill has launched a new video of his exploits near his home on the Isle of Skye.


Etape Loch Ness postponed again amid Covid concerns

27 January 2021
Etape Loch Ness postponed again amid Covid concerns

Etape Loch Ness postponed again amid Covid concerns

27 January 2021

The Etape Loch Ness has been postponed until later in the year as the ongoing coronavirus lockdown continues to impact big events.


Cash will help more people access walks

22 January 2021
Cash will help more people access walks

Cash will help more people access walks

22 January 2021

More than £100,000 is being invested in improving access to some of the country's most popular paths in a bid to get more people out and about.


There is still beauty to be found in nature during this tough winter lockdown

22 January 2021
There is still beauty to be found in nature during this tough winter lockdown

There is still beauty to be found in nature during this tough winter lockdown

22 January 2021

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson talks about the challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle in these unprecedented times


Could you live alongside lynx?

20 January 2021
Could you live alongside lynx?

Could you live alongside lynx?

20 January 2021

The Highlands could support around 400 wild lynx, according to a project which wants to hear people's views on reintroducing the species to Scotland.


Recounting the highs and lows of the Strathpuffer 24

15 January 2021
Recounting the highs and lows of the Strathpuffer 24

Recounting the highs and lows of the Strathpuffer 24

15 January 2021

This weekend would have seen the Strathpuffer 24 take place at Contin. Mike Dennison looks back on his years of trying to achieve a podium finish


Covid cases pass 3000 mark in NHS Highland area

10 January 2021
Covid cases pass 3000 mark in NHS Highland area

Covid cases pass 3000 mark in NHS Highland area

10 January 2021

More than 3000 coronavirus cases have been detected across the NHS Highland area since the pandemic began.


Plea for runners to stay safe in winter

08 January 2021
Plea for runners to stay safe in winter

Plea for runners to stay safe in winter

08 January 2021

Runners in the Highlands are being urged to take make sure they are doing all they can to be easily seen when exercising outdoors.


Awe-struck by power of the glens

08 January 2021
Awe-struck by power of the glens

Awe-struck by power of the glens

08 January 2021

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson runs through the snow on a south Loch Ness-side circuit taking in Foyers and Inverfarigaig


Forest car parks and trails to remain open during lockdown

08 January 2021
Forest car parks and trails to remain open during lockdown

Forest car parks and trails to remain open during lockdown

08 January 2021

Many forest walking and mountain biking trails are to remain open for local access during the new lockdown.


Charity urges Scots to get out for a walk every day this winter

07 January 2021
Charity urges Scots to get out for a walk every day this winter

Charity urges Scots to get out for a walk every day this winter

07 January 2021

A WALKING charity is encouraging people to get outdoors and walk in their local area to help boost mental and physical wellbeing during the lockdown.


Walkers fined over Covid rules breach after mountain rescue

05 January 2021
Walkers fined over Covid rules breach after mountain rescue

Walkers fined over Covid rules breach after mountain rescue

05 January 2021

Two men were given fixed penalty notices after being rescued from a Munro on Hogmanay.


Looking back on a year like no other

01 January 2021
Looking back on a year like no other

Looking back on a year like no other

01 January 2021

John Davidson considers the importance of the outdoors in helping to deal with a tough year of lockdown and uncertainties


Active Outdoors – 2020 in photos

31 December 2020
Active Outdoors – 2020 in photos

Active Outdoors – 2020 in photos

31 December 2020

John Davidson selects some of his favourite photos of the year in this collection from our 2020 features.


SUP or kayak for Christmas? Play safe, pleads RNLI

30 December 2020
SUP or kayak for Christmas? Play safe, pleads RNLI

SUP or kayak for Christmas? Play safe, pleads RNLI

30 December 2020

Watersports enthusiasts are being urged to make sure safety gear was part of any Christmas gifts they received to enjoy their favourite sport.


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