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Active Outdoors
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Unearthing the fascinating world of the brochs
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Unearthing the fascinating world of the brochs
01 July 2022
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
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Community rallies as Highland Cross returns with a soaking
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Community rallies as Highland Cross returns with a soaking
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
New ebike chargers coming to Caledonia Way cycle route
New ebike chargers coming to Caledonia Way cycle route
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.
Cyclists hungry for adventure on trip through north-west Highlands
Cyclists hungry for adventure on trip through north-west Highlands
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.
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Nature’s way is best form of defence
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Nature’s way is best form of defence
17 June 2022
John Davidson explores a promontory fort and sea stack on walk from Scrabster to Holborn Head
Preparing the way for the Cross duathlon
Preparing the way for the Cross duathlon
11 June 2022
With the Highland Cross approaching, organisations are at work to get the route ready for the athletes.
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Waterside wheel is trip down memory lane
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Waterside wheel is trip down memory lane
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
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Three in a row for Loch Ness run bid
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Three in a row for Loch Ness run bid
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
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A tribute to souls lost on coastal walk to the Portskerra drownings memorial
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A tribute to souls lost on coastal walk to the Portskerra drownings memorial
27 May 2022
John Davidson takes an early morning stroll from Melvich to visit a poignant memorial on the far north coast
Downhill world cup returns to Fort William
Downhill world cup returns to Fort William
23 May 2022
The highly anticipated UCI downhill event returned to Nevis Range at the weekend as thousands of fans watched the tense action.
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Children in Inverness join others across Europe in Kidical Mass calls for safer streets
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Children in Inverness join others across Europe in Kidical Mass calls for safer streets
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
Final countdown is on to inaugural Loch Ness Challenge this weekend
Final countdown is on to inaugural Loch Ness Challenge this weekend
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.
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Unlocking the hills to explore further
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Unlocking the hills to explore further
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
LISTEN: Author and hill runner Ross Brannigan on his new book, and his love for Scotland's mountains
LISTEN: Author and hill runner Ross Brannigan on his new book, and his love for Scotland's mountains
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.
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Going the distance for birthday is a piece of cake!
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Going the distance for birthday is a piece of cake!
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
Increase in callouts will have big impact on Scottish Mountain Rescue teams
Increase in callouts will have big impact on Scottish Mountain Rescue teams
02 May 2022
Mountain rescue leaders in Scotland are warning that teams may need more support in future after a record year for callouts.
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Striding out for Ryvoan bothy on a run at Glenmore
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Striding out for Ryvoan bothy on a run at Glenmore
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
'Free beer' plea for volunteers to help with Loch Ness 360 Challenge event
'Free beer' plea for volunteers to help with Loch Ness 360 Challenge event
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.
Busiest year on record for Scottish Mountain Rescue volunteers
Busiest year on record for Scottish Mountain Rescue volunteers
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.
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Snow and sunshine on Loch Morlich circuit
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Snow and sunshine on Loch Morlich circuit
22 April 2022
On a wintry camping trip to Glenmore, John Davidson takes his children on a scenic walk around Loch Morlich
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