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Call on paddle board safety after Kessock lifeboat launch at Chanonry Point

Call on paddle board safety after Kessock lifeboat launch at Chanonry Point

Call on paddle board safety after Kessock lifeboat launch at Chanonry Point

18 August 2023

The latest launch of a RNLI lifeboat sparked a plea to paddle boarders to ensure they take check equipment before heading out into open water.


New active travel link between Inverness Campus and Cradlehall Business Park welcomes first users

New active travel link between Inverness Campus and Cradlehall Business Park welcomes first users

New active travel link between Inverness Campus and Cradlehall Business Park welcomes first users

17 August 2023

THE newest link in Inverness's active travel network has been welcoming its first users.


Cairngorms ready for cycling boom after success of UCI Cycling World Championships

Cairngorms ready for cycling boom after success of UCI Cycling World Championships

Cairngorms ready for cycling boom after success of UCI Cycling World Championships

17 August 2023

Businesses in the Cairngorms are hoping to take advantage of a boom in cycling following the UCI Cycling World Championships this summer.


New blue route will provide missing link at Laggan Wolftrax mountain bike centre

New blue route will provide missing link at Laggan Wolftrax mountain bike centre

New blue route will provide missing link at Laggan Wolftrax mountain bike centre

16 August 2023

Hopes easier route will appeal to less experienced and younger riders


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Ferry failure gave us a chance to explore Caithness coastline

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Ferry failure gave us a chance to explore Caithness coastline

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Ferry failure gave us a chance to explore Caithness coastline

14 August 2023

On his way to Orkney, Moray content editor Chris Saunderson was stranded for 36 hours – and discovered some of the wonders of the far north


Use of Common Good Land for Nairn Harbour Active Travel Footpath Link

Use of Common Good Land for Nairn Harbour Active Travel Footpath Link

Use of Common Good Land for Nairn Harbour Active Travel Footpath Link

12 August 2023

A LINK for a Nairn footpath at the harbour will be developed on Common Good land, it has been agreed.


Inverness orienteers make their mark at Moray 2023 Scottish 6 Days event

Inverness orienteers make their mark at Moray 2023 Scottish 6 Days event

Inverness orienteers make their mark at Moray 2023 Scottish 6 Days event

11 August 2023

Inverness orienteers enjoyed a string of successes at the 2023 Scottish 6 Days event held in Moray.


New ScotRail scheme offers free bike hire for a day in Inverness

New ScotRail scheme offers free bike hire for a day in Inverness

New ScotRail scheme offers free bike hire for a day in Inverness

09 August 2023

A NEW scheme launched by Scotland's train operator will allow people to hire a bike for free for a day in Inverness among other locations.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Wildlife wonders on woodland trail above Loch Ness

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Wildlife wonders on woodland trail above Loch Ness

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Wildlife wonders on woodland trail above Loch Ness

07 August 2023

John Davidson embarks on a forest walk to a secluded lochan in the forest above Loch Ness


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Getting a real taste of sea kayaking on Shetland adventure

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Getting a real taste of sea kayaking on Shetland adventure

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Getting a real taste of sea kayaking on Shetland adventure

31 July 2023

John Davidson shares his love of kayaking with a family experience while on holiday in the northern isles


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Sky high feeling on Beinn Eighe Mountain Trail

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Sky high feeling on Beinn Eighe Mountain Trail

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Sky high feeling on Beinn Eighe Mountain Trail

24 July 2023

John Davidson helps his children get a new perspective with a challenging hill walk in Wester Ross


Paul Castle: Perfect time to get to know different bumblebees in the Highlands

Paul Castle: Perfect time to get to know different bumblebees in the Highlands

Paul Castle: Perfect time to get to know different bumblebees in the Highlands

23 July 2023

Making Space for Nature by Paul Castle


Highland health walk leaders needed as Paths For All charity looks for volunteers

Highland health walk leaders needed as Paths For All charity looks for volunteers

Highland health walk leaders needed as Paths For All charity looks for volunteers

19 July 2023

Keen walkers across the Highlands are being urged to step up to lead health walks in the region.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Flocking to Kincraig to visit Duke of Gordon's monument

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Flocking to Kincraig to visit Duke of Gordon's monument

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Flocking to Kincraig to visit Duke of Gordon's monument

17 July 2023

Andy Dixon explores a small hill in Strathspey after his curiosity was piqued by the monument that dominates the skyline.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Stepping it up on a walk with a robot

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Stepping it up on a walk with a robot

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Stepping it up on a walk with a robot

10 July 2023

Hector MacKenzie lets artificial intelligence lead the way on a guided walk around Inverness.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Battling early starts and steep hills on cycle to Culloden Battlefield

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Battling early starts and steep hills on cycle to Culloden Battlefield

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Battling early starts and steep hills on cycle to Culloden Battlefield

03 July 2023

John Davidson enjoys the peace of an early morning ride to visit the battlefield and Clava Cairns before returning to Inverness on some great roads


INTERVIEW: Dealing with dirty camping at Glenmore is an ongoing challenge

INTERVIEW: Dealing with dirty camping at Glenmore is an ongoing challenge

INTERVIEW: Dealing with dirty camping at Glenmore is an ongoing challenge

30 June 2023

John Davidson speaks to Paul Hibberd of Forestry and Land Scotland about dealing with problem campers at Highland hotspots during the summer holidays


Inverness orienteering juniors take second place at national competition

Inverness orienteering juniors take second place at national competition

Inverness orienteering juniors take second place at national competition

27 June 2023

Inverness Orienteering Club claimed second place at a national junior competition – only the third time the club has achieved this position.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Signs of the times on Wade’s road to Inverness

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Signs of the times on Wade’s road to Inverness

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Signs of the times on Wade’s road to Inverness

26 June 2023

John Davidson heads out for a run on a route that has a history that pre-dates the Battle of Culloden – but only just


Tickets to share Everest challenge story go on sale

Tickets to share Everest challenge story go on sale

Tickets to share Everest challenge story go on sale

26 June 2023

Soul-searching expedition challenged human limits


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