ACTIVE OUTDOORS

Heading for the big rock on big summer's day

Hill runner Jenny Gillies takes in a trio of fine Munros in the Central Highlands as the weather gives glorious conditions on the tops

John Davidson wakes up to fierce conditions as he overcomes conditions to climb Sgurr Choinnich, Sgurr a Chaorachain and Maoile Lunndaidh

We round up the outdoors events taking place across the Highlands and Islands, Moray and Grampian throughout 2019

Peter Evans tees up a nice circuit from Nairn that takes in seaside strolling and a walk through woods teeming with wildlife

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Author Mike Cawthorne joins John Davidson on Ben Wyvis as they remember a friend and colleague and discuss the past and the future of the Highlands

Hill runner Jenny Gillies ticks off one of the finest routes in the country as she enjoys a solitary excursion around the Ring of Steall

Peter Evans can't resist a bit of scrambling on a short walk in Wester Ross that is suitable for families as far as the waterfalls

With three children in tow, John Davidson and his wife Meg head to Loch Ness on a family cycle ride

John Davidson returns to take on the challenge of the Highland Cross for a sixth time and finds a growing community of support

Jenny Gillies heeds safety advice and opts for a short, sharp climb up the Cuillin outlier of Bla Bheinn

John Davidson marks a 'significant' birthday with a 20-mile run along the Great Glen Way – perfect training for the Highland Cross

Exploring the Diabaig peninsula on foot, Peter Evans finds the paths are a tougher proposition than they might appear

John Davison discovers a fascinating past as he looks down from two of Glen Affric's magnificent Munros

Trying to encourage the children to get out for a walk, John Davidson finds the perfect solution – a glorious play park in the forest

Jenny Gillies sets off from Tomintoul as she explores the countryside around the Cairngorms village and visits the lesser-known Ailnack Gorge