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30th October 2018
Landscape photographer Alex Nail has spent the last few years gathering a truly special selection of mountain images from the Northwest Highlands. We spoke to Alex about his journey – and found out why a…
25th October 2018
Heather Morning of Mountaineering Scotland takes a look at the resources available to us as walkers, and how to make the most of them.
18th October 2018
Bill Turnbull from Scotland’s National Outdoor Training Centre, Glenmore Lodge, is our expert for our guide to mountain navigation, whether you’re a hillwalking newbie or looking to refresh your knowledge of the basics.
15th October 2018
Judy Armstrong recommends the best equipment for adding safe scrambling to your days on the hill.
11th October 2018
Every year, 350 keen backpackers plot and walk their own routes across Scotland as part of The Great Outdoors Challenge. We invited the Challenge coordinators, Sue Oxley and Ali Ogden, to share their advice for…
3rd October 2018
Keen to get your friend up a mountain? Here are some strategies to make the experience as painless as possible…
28th September 2018
GP Batteries presents three reasons why switching to rechargeable tech is a smart move for the outdoor enthusiast.
27th September 2018
Travelling by car can be fantastically convenient, but the cumulative effect of cars on the roads has a significant impact on the environment thanks to toxic emissions. So if you fancy leaving your car at…
29th August 2018
Hitchhiking still has its place for hikers who need to get from A to B on a long-distance walk. James Forrest shares his tips.
22nd August 2018
With contributions from Hilary Sharp and Tavienne Kelly, Gear Editor Chris Townsend looks at how to pack for a walking holiday overseas, whether on an organised trek or self-guided long-distance walk.
6th August 2018
Chris Townsend, Alex Roddie and Ronald Turnbull share their tips on how to be comfortable even while keeping weight down.
