I've procrastinated writing this for too long…!

It has been emotional writing this newsletter but also exciting to think about and contemplate! This newsletter marks a milestone, ending what was, and marking a new beginning for all of us

Dumgoyne Hill | Summit camp, sunset and a hot chocolate!

We (Eve and I) climbed Dumgoyne Hill for our first wild camp since we completed our charity hike on all of Scotland’s Great Trails. Camping on the summit of Dumgoyne Hill was poignant as we sat together watching the sunset on a cold evening, sipping a hot chocolate.

The Great Glen Canoe Trail

The Great Glen Canoe Trail was more challenging than we had expected. We encountered torrential rain, a weather warning for wind, and swells of over 4 feet on Loch Ness. This was a trail that we will never forget.

‘Cinders’ - a Scottish Ballet experience

This was an amazing performance that's converted Ian, he loved it and wants to go to another ballet!

How many miles should I be hiking?

One of the first things I learned about hiking long-distance trails is not to be overly concerned about how far we travel daily!

Welcome to 2024 & the first Q&A of the year!

Questions and Answers (Q&A's)

The year that was 2023 and the year that will be... 2024

2023 was an outstanding year! Here's to 2024...

Merry Christmas 2023

Cross Borders Drove Road

Hiking the Cross Borders Drove Road in challenging winter conditions, at the end of November and, the start of December was incredible. It challenged us both physically and mentally, hiking into the darkness with ice forming on our cloths and backpacks.

Cross Borders Drove Road | Day 6

Our last day on the Cross Borders Drove Road was superb. We fished as the snow was falling all around us. It was the perfect finish!

Cross Borders Drove Road | Day 1

A cold exhausting day on the Cross Borders Drove Road, hiking 12.1 miles from the carpark at Little Vantage to West Linton over the Pentland Hills.

A wee video for you from the start of the Cross Borders Drove Road