It’s official… Eve’s the first and only person to complete all 29 of Scotland's Great Trails!
NatureScot has confirmed that Eve (10) and her father (me) are the only people to have ever completed all 29 of Scotland's Great Trails! 🎉 🥳 🎈
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Ben A'an | Hike & Summit Camp
Ben A’an is a small rocky hill in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Ben A'an is often described as “a munro in miniature”. What it lacks in stature, it more than makes up for in character! This is the journal of our mini adventure for a n
I've procrastinated writing this for too long…!
It has been emotional writing this newsletter but also exciting to think about and contemplate! This newsletter marks a milestone, ending what was, and marking a new beginning for all of us
Dumgoyne Hill | Camp, Sunset and Hot Chocolate!
We (Eve and I) climbed Dumgoyne Hill for our first wild camp since we completed our charity hike on all of Scotland’s Great Trails. Camping on the summit of Dumgoyne Hill was poignant as we sat together watching the sunset on a cold evening, sipping a h
The Great Glen Canoe Trail
The Great Glen Canoe Trail was more challenging than we had expected. We encountered torrential rain, a weather warning for wind, and swells of over 4 feet on Loch Ness. This was a trail that we will never forget.
‘Cinders’ - a Scottish Ballet experience
This was an amazing performance that's converted Ian, he loved it and wants to go to another ballet!
How many miles should I be hiking?
One of the first things I learned about hiking long-distance trails is not to be overly concerned about how far we travel daily!
The first Q&A of the year!
Questions and Answers (Q&A's)
The year that was 2023 and the year that will be... 2024
2023 was an outstanding year! Here's to 2024...
Cross Borders Drove Road
Hiking the Cross Borders Drove Road in challenging winter conditions, at the end of November and, the start of December was incredible. It challenged us both physically and mentally, hiking into the darkness with ice forming on our cloths and backpacks.
Cross Borders Drove Road | Day 6
Our last day on the Cross Borders Drove Road was superb. We fished as the snow was falling all around us. It was the perfect finish!