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?
As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on a year filled with adventure, challenges, and incredible achievements in Scotland’s mountains. Here’s a look back at what we accomplished on behalf of our members this year.
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 the Access & Conservation, Mountain Safety, ClimbScotland and Member Services & Communications teams.
Find out what happened at the 2024 Mountaineering Scotland AGM.
You’ve been exploring the mountains for a few seasons now and it’s all been going great...but now it's autumn, and what if something were to happen that’s more than a minor detour? What should you do? What kit should you have to deal with it? Our latest #AutumnAdventures post has you covered!
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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