Posts Tagged ‘outdoors’
Montane’s ‘Green Friday’ donation to Fix the Fells
British outdoor clothing specialist, Montane, has pledged a donation of its Black Friday marketing budget to the Lake District’s Fix the Fells programme in support of the Green Friday movement. The outdoor brand’s £2500 donation will go towards helping to preserve the Lake District’s paths and landscapes by tackling the problem of erosion through repairing…
Read MoreA handy guide to some perfect walking days out
Scotland is the ideal country for lovers of the great outdoors, with so many incredible locations to explore and walk. Whether looking for a gentle amble or to scale one of the 21 Munros in the area, this book provides walks for all, from low-level well-trodden trails to strenuous outings in the high mountains. The…
Read MoreWin the ultimate staycation with Naked Malt
Naked Malt, formally Naked Grouse, has announced that its global Live Naked Experience competition is officially open for entries. It is offering one lucky winner the chance of being whisked away with three friends to enjoy a staycation of a lifetime in their home country. The competition invites experience seekers from around the world to…
Read MoreVetRun180 military charity heads for the Highlands
Military veterans have been reacquainting themselves with the great outdoors in the Scottish Highlands. VetRun180 is a UK-based military veterans charity, which takes physically and mentally injured (PTSD) veterans on challenging expeditions around the globe. It is on these unique journeys where the teams are re-invoking their great sense of adventure and teamwork. VetRun180 is…
Read MoreCharity moonlight swim taking place at Loch Lomond
Outdoor swimming enthusiasts are being invited to take part in Full Moon Swim at Loch Lomond in celebration of the new season and to support a charity. Organised by outdoor swimming experts, Inchbaggers, the swim will take place on Tuesday, September 24, at 8pm at Luss, meeting in the car park outside the former visitors’…
Read MoreReview: Dare2B Aptile Hooded Softshell Jacket
Scottish Field reviews a new lightweight, water-resistant and highly breathable jacket. WHAT IS IT: Aptile Hooded Softshell Jacket Athletic Blue Ebony Grey. RRP: £70. www.dare2b.com I WANT IT BECAUSE: This is marketed in Dare2Be’s activewear range but is actually a great-value all-rounder that works on the golf course, walking, cycling or just slouching around the house. USEFUL…
Read MoreSt Andrew Boat Club steers new path with £1m boathouse
St Andrew Boat Club is delighted to announce that work begins this week on its new £1m flagship boathouse in Edinburgh. Measuring nearly 600 square metres, the new facility is three times the size of the current building, which has been in use since 1984. The new boathouse will be constructed on land leased from…
Read MoreThe relaxing power of going fishing
Award-winning novelist and journalist David Profumo’s latest book centres around the restorative power of being at one with nature, particularly while fishing. Those with a passion for fishing often talk of its therapeutic qualities, all-too-often triggering an eye-roll from those less enamoured of the pastime. Profumo, however, convinces even the most hesitant reader to acquaint…
Read MoreStepping up fight against homelessness
The Sheltersuit Foundation is a non-profit social venture which designs and manufactures products that provide immediate shelter to people experiencing homelessness. Sheltersuit UK, a branch of the foundation, is collaborating with Vango, one of Europe’s leading camping and outdoor equipment brands, to produce its Sheltersuits and Shelterbags. Established in the Netherlands in 2014, the Sheltersuit…
Read MoreOur Isles and Oceans looks for new young sailors
A new campaign, Our Isles and Oceans, has launched in Scotland which will create funded programmes for young people affected by the pandemic and lockdown. The Our Isles and Oceans mission statement is ‘Youth Opportunity and Professional Development for Sustainable Livelihoods’ and intends on, through the vehicle of sport and business, highlighting the importance of…
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