Walking in the mountains of Scotland is a fantastic way to stay fit and healthy, both in body and mind. However, venturing into the mountains also comes with inherent risks. Whether you are a seasoned mountain goat or a hiking newbie, having an appropriate first aid kit is important. While you can’t prepare for every situation, you can pack a kit to handle many common issues. Here’s what we recommend.
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.
Ramadan is one of the most significant months in the Islamic calendar, but what does it have to do with hillwalking? As we continue to see a wonderful increase of people in the hills from underrepresented communities, it’s important to consider how cultural and religious practices might intersect with outdoor activities like hiking. Let’s start with a brief introduction to Ramadan.
Winter adventures require equipment and skills beyond those needed for summer hill walking or climbing. That’s why it’s essential for all mountaineers, skiers, and winter walkers to make use of the Scottish Avalanche Information Service (SAIS) and follow the 'Be Avalanche Aware' (BAA) guidelines.
The weather in Scotland’s mountains can be so changeable; flipping from benign to hazardous, even life threatening, very quickly. In winter it is often at its most volatile, meaning for those venturing into the hills it is essential to plan around the weather and Be Avalanche Aware. Find out more from Senior Operational Meteorologist at Met Office, John Mitchell.
Organisers of The Fort William Mountain Festival are delighted to announce that Crieff based Kevin Howett, whose lifelong passion for climbing and his unparallelled achievements working with Mountaineering Scotland have been crucial to the development of climbing, mountaineering and hill walking in Scotland for more than 30 years, is the 18th recipient of The Scottish Award for Excellence in Mountain Culture, sponsored by JAHAMA Highland Estates.
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.
The weather can be hugely changeable, volatile and sometimes life threatening in the Scottish mountains, especially in winter. There are many higher mountain ranges in the world, but few have such rapidly changing weather and avalanche conditions. Find out more from Senior Operational Meteorologist at Met Office, John Mitchell.
With winter conditions across Scotland's mountains, mountain safety experts are urging hillwalkers and climbers to improve their understanding of winter equipment for use in icy conditions on hill paths and more technical terrain. Read more here.
Winter in the Scottish mountains can be both breathtakingly beautiful and incredibly challenging. The rugged terrain, combined with unpredictable weather, makes it essential for those going out to be appropriately equipped, which also includes having the “right” gear on their feet. But what is “right”? And what factors should you consider when deciding?
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