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As the Caithness Broch Project creates a series of new itineraries for visitors the the far north, John Davidson looks at a few of the best sites
24 June 2022
John Davidson was among more than 600 finishers who endured a wet coast-to-coast crossing on Saturday as one of the area's most-loved events was back
22 June 2022
Ebike riders on the Caledonian Way will soon be able to recharge their batteries in more ways than one when pedalling the long-distance route.
20 June 2022
A trio of adventurers are setting off for a taste of the good life on Monday as they explore the north-west Highlands – and its larder – by bike.
17 June 2022
John Davidson explores a promontory fort and sea stack on walk from Scrabster to Holborn Head
11 June 2022
With the Highland Cross approaching, organisations are at work to get the route ready for the athletes.
10 June 2022
Hector Mackenzie takes a gentle cycle along traffic-free trails in Inverness looking back at 200 years of history along the Caledonian Canal
03 June 2022
The first Loch Ness 360 Challenge took place during the weekend of May 20-22 – John Davidson took on the ‘three marathons in three days’ event
27 May 2022
John Davidson takes an early morning stroll from Melvich to visit a poignant memorial on the far north coast
23 May 2022
The highly anticipated UCI downhill event returned to Nevis Range at the weekend as thousands of fans watched the tense action.
20 May 2022
John Davidson and his family joined kids and campaigners in the Highland capital – and spoke to a man from Japan who is on a long, long cycle tour
16 May 2022
Hundreds of eager athletes are set to take on a monster mission this weekend when the inaugural Loch Ness Challenge gets under way.
13 May 2022
Scots author Ross Brannigan talks to John Davidson about his new book, Running Adventures Scotland, and picks a favourite route from the Highlands
10 May 2022
A new book out this month offers 25 inspirational running routes across Scotland, with many of them focused on the hills of the Highlands.
06 May 2022
John Davidson joins fellow runners for an ultra-run along the South Loch Ness Trail to mark a friend's 40th birthday
02 May 2022
Mountain rescue leaders in Scotland are warning that teams may need more support in future after a record year for callouts.
29 April 2022
John Davidson joins his brother on a visit to Glenmore to enjoy a pristine morning run up to Ryvoan and back on glorious trails
24 April 2022
A new running and biking endurance event is offering a free beer and food to anybody who can lend a hand to help it run smoothly.
23 April 2022
Last year was the busiest on record for Scotland's mountain rescuers with a huge rise in call outs, people assisted and hours given by volunteers.
22 April 2022
On a wintry camping trip to Glenmore, John Davidson takes his children on a scenic walk around Loch Morlich