Field notes
Stories and preparation notes from the ridges, rivers, and winter days.
Highlands JournalStephen McCall
When you paddle the Hårkan River in central Sweden, you're not just on a canoe trip—you're moving through some of the most pristine wilderness Scandinavia has to offer. Vast forests meet clear water, the only sounds are...
Highlands JournalStephen McCall
Fresh, hearty meals are a highlight of our canoe holidays—think hot porridge for breakfast, picnic-style lunches, and hearty dinners like curry or fajitas, all made with quality ingredients. We cater for all diets and us...
Highlands JournalStephen McCall
I get this question regularly from guests considering our Skye Munros course. There's something about these peaks that creates genuine anxiety – perhaps it's their reputation, the dramatic photos, or simply the fact that...
Highlands JournalStephen McCall
Planning your Scottish canoe adventure? Let's talk about something crucial that can make or break your experience – packing! As seasoned......
Highlands JournalLou Reynolds
After 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 crampons, for a secure day out in winter. This article looks at how to choose it and...
Highlands JournalLou Reynolds
Sitting 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......
Highlands JournalStephen McCall
Easterly winds were forecast, dragging frigid air from Serbia – a bone-chilling -30°C to be precise. The dry air bit sharply with every......
