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Our Month: Mountaineering Scotland in May 2025
Tuesday 3rd June 2025, 9:55am

At the end of each month, we take a look back at the work the team has been carrying out on behalf of our members. Read on to hear the latest updates from Access & Conservation Officer Davie Black, Senior Mountain Safety Advisor Ross Cadie, ClimbScotland Development Manager Jamie Smith, and Member Services & Communications Manager, Helen Gestwicki.

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Scotland's Best Walks: Sgùrr nan Gillean
Friday 23rd May 2025, 9:00am

We explore some of our staff's top picks for walks in Scotland in partnership with Scottish Mountaineering Press. This time we look at Sgùrr nan Gillean as nominated by our Mountain Safety Advisor, Max Hunter.

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Scotland's Best Walks: Beinn Alligin
Friday 16th May 2025, 9:00am

We explore some of our staff's top picks for walks in Scotland in partnership with Scottish Mountaineering Press. This time we look at Beinn Alligin as nominated by our President, Anne Butler.

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Signs of Someone in Mental Health Distress and What We Can Do for Them
Monday 12th May 2025, 9:00am

Recognising when someone is struggling with their mental health is an essential skill in the outdoors. While many of us turn to the mountains for stress relief, adventure, or personal challenge, it’s important to remember that mental distress can arise anywhere. In this blog, Cory Jones explores how to identify distress in the mountains and practical steps you can take to support someone in need.

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Scotland's Best Walks: Ben Rinnes
Friday 9th May 2025, 9:00am

We explore some of our staff's top picks for walks in Scotland in partnership with Scottish Mountaineering Press. This time we look at Ben Rinnes as nominated by our CEO, Stuart Younie.

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What is Mental Health and Why is it Important?
Monday 5th May 2025, 2:32pm

Many of us head outdoors to clear our minds, find perspective, or seek relief from the pressures of everyday life. In this blog, Cory Jones from the First Aid Training Cooperative explores what mental health is, why it matters in outdoor settings, and how leaders and hillwalkers can create a supportive environment for themselves and others.

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Scotland's Best Walks: Gleouraich and Spidean Mialach
Friday 2nd May 2025, 9:00am

We explore some of our staff's top picks for walks in Scotland in partnership with Scottish Mountaineering Press. This time we look at Gleouraich and Spidean Mialach as nominated by our Member Services and Communications Manager, Helen Gestwicki.

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Our Month: Mountaineering Scotland in April 2025
Thursday 1st May 2025, 2:13pm

At the end of each month, we take a look back at the work the team has been carrying out on behalf of our members. Read on to hear the latest updates from Access & Conservation Officer Davie Black, Senior Mountain Safety Advisor Ross Cadie, ClimbScotland Development Manager Jamie Smith, and Member Services & Communications Manager, Helen Gestwicki.

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Our Month: Mountaineering Scotland in March 2025
Monday 31st March 2025, 9:30am

At the end of each month, we take a look back at the work the team has been carrying out on behalf of our members. Read on to hear the latest updates from Access & Conservation Officer Davie Black, Senior Mountain Safety Advisor Ross Cadie, ClimbScotland Development Manager Jamie Smith, and Member Services & Communications Manager, Helen Gestwicki.

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Glen Nevis forestry affecting access to Mullach Nan Coirean
Thursday 13th March 2025, 2:45pm

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