Love to walk, climb or ski in Scotland's hills and mountains? Join us.
We campaign on behalf of our members and the wider hill walking, climbing and mountaineering community in Scotland to protect our mountain landscapes, safeguard access rights, encourage conservation, promote participation, mountain safety, self reliance and development of the skills you need to get the most out of Scotland's mountains, crags and climbing walls. By becoming a member, you are supporting our campaigns and in return we offer a wide range of member benefits.
Read our latest information on how the coronavirus outbreak impacts on all our activities.
The Scottish Government has confirmed the progression to Phase 3 of the exit from lockdown from 10 July 2020.
We have updated our guidance for hill walkers, climbers and clubs in Scotland, so please read the new version to make sure you are familiar with the latest advice.
The purpose of this guidance is to provide a framework for hill walkers and climbers within the current Scottish Government public health advice and phase of exit from lockdown, and to highlight additional considerations to be aware of in the presence of COVID-19 when taking part in these activities.
You can read the full guidance on our coronavirus information page, which also has further information about events, huts and clubs.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic our offices at The Granary in Perth are currently closed and staff have moved to remote working arrangements.
We continue to work on behalf of our members, providing as normal a service as possible at this time. Although we are unable to receive phone calls, you can still contact us by email at:
You can also still join us online and support the work we do on behalf of members, as well as making use of the many member benefits.
To ensure we are providing the best advice and support to our members that we can as the situation evolves, we aim to continue issuing monthly members' e-zines, Scottish Mountaineer magazine and will post regular updates on our social media channels.
As a member you will support our work and enjoy a range of member benefits including a free gift, insurance, quarterly magazine, great value mountain skills courses, discounts, offers and more!
For the second year we are running our #TakItHame anti-litter campaign, encouraging people to pick up any litter they see - even on local exercise walks while we're still under lockdown because of COVID-19
Mountaineering Scotland runs subsidised safety and skills courses that can help you improve your abilities and confidence, and get the most out of your mountaineering and hillwalking adventures.
ScotRock is the fortnightly podcast bringing climbers and mountaineers together to share some of their amazing stories.
Hosted by Calum and Robert from our ClimbScotland team, the podcasts take an often irreverent but always informed look at the people and the issues that matter in Scotland’s mountains and climbing walls.
Available on Podbean, Itunes, Google podcasts, Spotify and all other major podcast apps – just search for ScotRock
Mountaineering Scotland and the mountaineering community are concerned about groups of informal campers, whose anti-social behaviour and littering threatens to undermine the activities of the many people who enjoy camping responsibly both by the roadside and in the wilderness in keeping with the Scottish access laws. Wild camping is lightweight camping with a tent, done in small numbers for up to two or three nights in any one place, and usually done well away from roads and buildings. Roadside camping is lawful if done responsibly, according to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
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With over 150 clubs to choose from, you are sure to find people who share your interests.
Head straight for our online members portal to join, renew your membership, book a course or amend your details.
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With 282 Munros, 221 Corbetts and many many more wild and beautiful hills and mountains to explore - what are you waiting for?! Check out our guide to starting out - from kit choice to venturing out with your kids.
We are Scotland's sports governing body for indoor climbing and whether you get your kicks at a climbing wall or prefer real rock outdoors, we have advice on where to go and how to progress.
For summer scrambling, winter adventures with ice-axe and crampons, or even skis, Scotland's mountains are a mountaineer's playground. Discover more and check out our advice on getting started.
Checking what the weather is going to do is an essential part of preparation for the hills. Click here for a direct link.
Not sure how to start out? Check these pages for excellent advice on how to head for the hills with confidence.
It's the mountain everyone wants to do. We give some valuable information on what you need to do to make your experience safe - and pleasurable!
River crossing - when you can't avoid it - is just one of the essential skills you can learn about in our Skills section, to increase safety, confidence and enjoyment in the hills.
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