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ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Enforced new take on Inverness Half Marathon was a learning curve!

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Enforced new take on Inverness Half Marathon was a learning curve!

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Enforced new take on Inverness Half Marathon was a learning curve!

11 March 2024

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


Highland bothies set to close for improvement works this spring

Highland bothies set to close for improvement works this spring

Highland bothies set to close for improvement works this spring

09 March 2024

A number of bothies along the Cape Wrath Trail and in the Cairngorms are due to be closed during the spring.


Biscuit medals will give Inverness Half Marathon and 5K runners a taste of success – thanks to Harry Gow!

Biscuit medals will give Inverness Half Marathon and 5K runners a taste of success – thanks to Harry Gow!

Biscuit medals will give Inverness Half Marathon and 5K runners a taste of success – thanks to Harry Gow!

08 March 2024

An Inverness baker is going the extra mile to make sure runners have something to celebrate with after crossing the line in Sunday's half marathon.


Walking, cycling and wheeling "takes 16,000 cars off the road" every day in Inverness, new report claims

Walking, cycling and wheeling "takes 16,000 cars off the road" every day in Inverness, new report claims

Walking, cycling and wheeling "takes 16,000 cars off the road" every day in Inverness, new report claims

06 March 2024

A new report claims that walking, cycling and wheeling in Inverness take up to 16,000 cars off the road every day.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Cloud cover fails to put brakes on bike trip to Munros

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Cloud cover fails to put brakes on bike trip to Munros

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Cloud cover fails to put brakes on bike trip to Munros

04 March 2024

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


WATCH: Inverness climber challenges herself to be the first woman to tackle all 282 Munros in Scotland in winter

WATCH: Inverness climber challenges herself to be the first woman to tackle all 282 Munros in Scotland in winter

WATCH: Inverness climber challenges herself to be the first woman to tackle all 282 Munros in Scotland in winter

02 March 2024

Anna Wells, from Inverness has made it her mission to climb all 282 munros in Scotland this astronomical winter


Houthi attacks mean no medals or T-shirts at finish of Inverness Half Marathon

Houthi attacks mean no medals or T-shirts at finish of Inverness Half Marathon

Houthi attacks mean no medals or T-shirts at finish of Inverness Half Marathon

28 February 2024

Runners hoping to celebrate their half marathon and 5k success next weekend will have to wait a little longer for their medals.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Exploring the islands of Loch Tarff by kayak

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Exploring the islands of Loch Tarff by kayak

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Exploring the islands of Loch Tarff by kayak

26 February 2024

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


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Village is a haven for wildlife and more

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Village is a haven for wildlife and more

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Village is a haven for wildlife and more

19 February 2024

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


Find out which north charities will benefit from Highland Cross cash in 2024

Find out which north charities will benefit from Highland Cross cash in 2024

Find out which north charities will benefit from Highland Cross cash in 2024

19 February 2024

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.


Runners set to return to take on Loch Ness ultra challenge

Runners set to return to take on Loch Ness ultra challenge

Runners set to return to take on Loch Ness ultra challenge

15 February 2024

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.


Plug pulled on ' step too far, too fast' Ben Wyvis and Glen Affric National Park bid

Plug pulled on ' step too far, too fast' Ben Wyvis and Glen Affric National Park bid

Plug pulled on ' step too far, too fast' Ben Wyvis and Glen Affric National Park bid

14 February 2024

While voicing 'deep regret' over the decision the group floated a possible 'slow track' approach for future consideration over a longer timeframe.


Love is in the fresh air – embracing the outdoors is most attractive quality

Love is in the fresh air – embracing the outdoors is most attractive quality

Love is in the fresh air – embracing the outdoors is most attractive quality

14 February 2024

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.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A VERY damp walk at the Fairy Glen Falls

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A VERY damp walk at the Fairy Glen Falls

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A VERY damp walk at the Fairy Glen Falls

12 February 2024

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


Launch of new midsummer 'monster' swim at Loch Ness

Launch of new midsummer 'monster' swim at Loch Ness

Launch of new midsummer 'monster' swim at Loch Ness

09 February 2024

A new midsummer “monster” swim is set to offer participants the rare chance to take an after hours dive into Loch Ness at Urquhart Castle.


Plea to inspire young people as part of Hostelling Scotland team

Plea to inspire young people as part of Hostelling Scotland team

Plea to inspire young people as part of Hostelling Scotland team

08 February 2024

Scotland's leading youth hostel organisation is looking for new board members who can inspire young people to experience the country at its best.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Invertromie wildlife trail offers a return to nature near Kingussie

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Invertromie wildlife trail offers a return to nature near Kingussie

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Invertromie wildlife trail offers a return to nature near Kingussie

05 February 2024

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


'Don't risk it!' – Warning as clear-up of storm damage in Highland forests continues

'Don't risk it!' – Warning as clear-up of storm damage in Highland forests continues

'Don't risk it!' – Warning as clear-up of storm damage in Highland forests continues

02 February 2024

People are being urged not to risk their own safety by entering forests where storm damage is still being assessed and cleared.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: On the slide to the setting of The Traitors finale – Evanton's Pink House

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: On the slide to the setting of The Traitors finale – Evanton's Pink House

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: On the slide to the setting of The Traitors finale – Evanton's Pink House

29 January 2024

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


Highland contractor RJ McLeod wins multimillion-pound award to upgrade north roads

Highland contractor RJ McLeod wins multimillion-pound award to upgrade north roads

Highland contractor RJ McLeod wins multimillion-pound award to upgrade north roads

25 January 2024

Minor roads in the west Highlands that offer vital routes for local people as well as access to remote mountains and glens are to be improved.


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