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Trad Climbing Rack: Complete Beginner's Guide to Building Your First Rack
Making the leap to trad climbing? Learn how to build your first rack without breaking the bank. This guide covers essential gear and what beginners actually need for Scottish summer climbing.

Stephen McCall
Nov 74 min read
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How Hard Are the Skye Munros Really?
I get this question regularly from guests considering our Skye Munros course. There's something about these peaks that creates genuine...

Stephen McCall
Sep 185 min read
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Am Buachaille - A Sea Stack Adventure
Of Scotland's 'Big Three' sea stacks, Am Buachaille stands out as the most adventurous. What makes it unique? A mandatory swim that adds...

Stephen McCall
May 22 min read
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The Smart Packer's Guide to Your Scottish Canoe Adventure
Planning your Scottish canoe adventure? Let's talk about something crucial that can make or break your experience – packing! As seasoned...

Stephen McCall
Apr 93 min read
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Canoe Across Scotland, Mallaig to Findhorn Bay
Like 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 McCall
Dec 8, 202223 min read
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There 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 McCall
Nov 10, 202223 min read
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Planning a Winters Day - Hillwalking
A blog to help people plan their winter days with a framework to have safer and more enjoyable days in the winter months.

Stephen McCall
Nov 23, 20209 min read
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Skye Cuillin Ridge Traverse, memories made for life!
Memories on the Black Cuillin Ridge I've had my fair share of memorable days in the mountains — an environment that provides my income,...

Stephen McCall
Jul 13, 20194 min read
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Planning a Scrambling Day in the Mountains
Top tips on planning your scrambling days in the mountains!

Stephen McCall
May 8, 20198 min read
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Ski Mountaineering in the Cairngorms
There 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...

Stephen McCall
Mar 19, 20193 min read
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