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Wildlife wonders in Caithness really lift the spirit

18 May 2022
Wildlife wonders in Caithness really lift the spirit

Wildlife wonders in Caithness really lift the spirit

18 May 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: No sting in the tail getting closer to nature across the far north


Paddling an easier stretch of coast from Latheronwheel

04 May 2022
Paddling an easier stretch of coast from Latheronwheel

Paddling an easier stretch of coast from Latheronwheel

04 May 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Taking it easy with a gentle outing in the sea kayak on a journey that can be idyllic on a calm day


Exploring Whiten Head on a perfect escape a stone's throw from home

20 April 2022
Exploring Whiten Head on a perfect escape a stone's throw from home

Exploring Whiten Head on a perfect escape a stone's throw from home

20 April 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Sunshine and sublime views on a sunny kayak along the coast


Bothy nights on route of the Cape Wrath Trail

06 April 2022
Bothy nights on route of the Cape Wrath Trail

Bothy nights on route of the Cape Wrath Trail

06 April 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH Kayaking out to a remote bothy – despite the challenges of the wind – for a wild and wonderful time in sublime surroundings


Dunnet Head is a fine objective when the weather plays ball

26 March 2022
Dunnet Head is a fine objective when the weather plays ball

Dunnet Head is a fine objective when the weather plays ball

26 March 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH Leave those indoor tasks behind and make the most of the freedom – when you can get it!


Make your own forecast and find the perfect conditions to get out

12 March 2022
Make your own forecast and find the perfect conditions to get out

Make your own forecast and find the perfect conditions to get out

12 March 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: A detailed appreciation of weather patterns helps outdoor folk when they check what lies ahead


No excuse for not getting out in the Caithness air!

27 February 2022
No excuse for not getting out in the Caithness air!

No excuse for not getting out in the Caithness air!

27 February 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Making the most of every day as trees need to be cleared and new ones planted


The calm between the storms

13 February 2022
The calm between the storms

The calm between the storms

13 February 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Heading onto the still waters of Loch More in Caithness for a gentle paddle in the sea-kayak


Empty bays on Caithness coast between Latheronwheel and Lybster

29 January 2022
Empty bays on Caithness coast between Latheronwheel and Lybster

Empty bays on Caithness coast between Latheronwheel and Lybster

29 January 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Take your time to truly explore the wonders of the Caithness coast – whether on foot or by sea-kayak


Narrow field of vision encompasses lives lost from the land

15 January 2022
Narrow field of vision encompasses lives lost from the land

Narrow field of vision encompasses lives lost from the land

15 January 2022

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: An abandoned croft house, an ancient chapel and fields of grazing cattle as Ralph looks forward to exploring again in 2022


Beinn Ratha – as good a hill walk as any in the Highlands

26 December 2021
Beinn Ratha – as good a hill walk as any in the Highlands

Beinn Ratha – as good a hill walk as any in the Highlands

26 December 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Make the most of this little hill above Reay before the turbines take over


An alternative way to climb Ben Dorrery

11 December 2021
An alternative way to climb Ben Dorrery

An alternative way to climb Ben Dorrery

11 December 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Heading for the hills again as a biting wind proves winter has its grip even on these lower vantage points


Far north is a proper part of the Highlands – and benefits from lack of crowds

28 November 2021
Far north is a proper part of the Highlands – and benefits from lack of crowds

Far north is a proper part of the Highlands – and benefits from lack of crowds

28 November 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Wildlife and natural features aplenty in Caithness and north Sutherland can easily compare to elsewhere in the region


On the road – or footpath – to recovery

13 November 2021
On the road – or footpath – to recovery

On the road – or footpath – to recovery

13 November 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Gentle walks and getting back on the bike are all a step in the right direction after operation


Any excuse to explore a new part of Scotland

10 October 2021
Any excuse to explore a new part of Scotland

Any excuse to explore a new part of Scotland

10 October 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Taking inspiration from the train window and finding time to visit places seldom seen


A step too far for a sea kayak?

11 September 2021
A step too far for a sea kayak?

A step too far for a sea kayak?

11 September 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: An expose stretch of coastline makes for an exciting paddle when you can explore the many rock features along the way


Journey along the A9 offers adventures if you escape the beaten track

28 August 2021
Journey along the A9 offers adventures if you escape the beaten track

Journey along the A9 offers adventures if you escape the beaten track

28 August 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Breaking up the journey can provide hours of fun and fantastic places to explore


Tide and time wait for no man on a visit to another world

07 August 2021
Tide and time wait for no man on a visit to another world

Tide and time wait for no man on a visit to another world

07 August 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: A solo adventure to an uninhabited island makes for an apprehensive but fascinating trip back in time


Pedalling and paddling along the misty north coast

21 July 2021
Pedalling and paddling along the misty north coast

Pedalling and paddling along the misty north coast

21 July 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH Our explorer covers a foggy stretch of Caithness and Sutherland between Sandside and Portskerra by bike and kayak


Under the Ord walk, down by the sea

11 July 2021
Under the Ord walk, down by the sea

Under the Ord walk, down by the sea

11 July 2021

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Perfect conditions make exploring the coast by the Ord an unusually easy experience


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