Stephen McCallDec 8, 202223 min readCanoe Across Scotland, Mallaig to Findhorn BayLike all good trips, this one started with a quick message. ‘Are you interested in a bit of an adventure in November? I’ve got a two-week...
Stephen McCallNov 10, 202222 min readThere and back again...11 days, 435km, 13 blisters, 1 suspected 'Carpal tunnel syndrome' and no transport. It was going to be one hell of a trip. I had been...
Stephen McCallNov 23, 20208 min readPlanning a Winters Day - HillwalkingA blog to help people plan their winter days with a framework to have safer and more enjoyable days in the winter months.
Stephen McCallJul 13, 20195 min readSkye Cuillin Ridge Traverse, memories made for life!I've had my fair share of memorable days in the mountains, an environment that provides my income, brings me joy and allows me to share...
Stephen McCallMay 8, 20197 min readPlanning a Scrambling Day in the MountainsTop tips on planning your scrambling days in the mountains!
Stephen McCallMar 19, 20193 min readSki Mountaineering in the CairngormsThere is something very special about skiing to the waters edge, like all the way to the lapping water on the shore. After a very hit and...
Lou ReynoldsOct 19, 20188 min readWalking with an Ice AxeAfter your boots, an ice axe is possibly the single most useful piece of kit for winter walking. Use it alone, or with the addition of...
Lou ReynoldsOct 9, 201811 min readClassic Cold ClimbsSitting by the fire with a mug of hot tea, watching the leaves turn red and gold outside, I get great pleasure from flicking through my...
Lou ReynoldsOct 2, 20188 min readReady your rack this winterThe transition from summer rock climbing into winter is best prepared for in advance. Dusting off your B3 boots, ice axes and crampons,...
Lou ReynoldsSep 21, 20188 min readThe dangers of the brain in avalanche terrain. You may be relatively new to winter walking or an expert winter climber, but avalanche awareness applies to us all and unfortunately, I...