September 2026
Avalanche Awareness for Scottish Hillwalking
Scotland's mountains avalanche far more often than most walkers realise. Here is a plain-English introduction to avalanche awareness and how to use the SAIS forecast.
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16 guides from Scotland's 282 Munros.
The skills that keep a hill day fun: navigation and whiteout technique, reading Scottish mountain weather, winter skills, river crossings, first aid, and honest guidance on what to do when things go wrong.
September 2026
Hypothermia on the Hill: Spot It, Treat It, Prevent It
Hypothermia is one of the most common serious risks in the Scottish mountains — and it can strike in summer. Here is how to recognise it, treat it, and prevent it.
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September 2026
How to Navigate in a Whiteout
A whiteout removes every visual reference on the mountain. Navigating out of one relies on precise compass work — here are the core skills every winter walker needs.
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September 2026
What to Do If You Get Lost on a Munro
Getting lost or benighted on a Munro is frightening, but a clear head and a simple plan will get you home. Here is exactly what to do if you lose your way.
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September 2026
How to Call Mountain Rescue in Scotland
If something goes wrong on a Munro, knowing exactly how to summon help can save a life. Here is the precise procedure for calling mountain rescue in Scotland.
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September 2026
Crampons and Ice Axe: A Beginner's Guide
Winter turns Scottish Munros into a different, harder mountain. Here is a beginner's guide to crampons and ice axes — what to buy, the B/C boot ratings, and how to start safely.
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Ticks and Lyme Disease: A Hillwalker's Guide
Ticks are a real and rising risk on Scotland's hills. Here is how to avoid them, remove them properly, and spot the signs of Lyme disease early.
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July 2026
What to Eat on a Munro: Food and Hydration for the Hills
A big Munro day can burn through thousands of calories. Here is how to fuel and hydrate properly so you reach the summit strong and get down safely.
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July 2026
Scrambling Grades on Munros Explained
Grade 1, 2 or 3? Here's what British scrambling grades actually mean on Scottish hills, with real Munro examples and honest advice on when to rope up.
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June 2026
Munro Maps Explained: OS Paper, Online and Offline Options
OS Explorer or Landranger? Online map or offline app? What every Munro bagger should know about maps — and why you should always carry two kinds.
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March 2026
Mountain First Aid Essentials: What Every Hillwalker Needs to Know
Standard first aid courses don't cover hypothermia on a windswept ridge or treating a sprained ankle three hours from the nearest road. Here's what you actually need to know.
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March 2026
River Crossings on Scottish Mountains: How to Stay Safe in Spate
Scottish rivers can turn a straightforward Munro day into a serious situation. From reading the water to knowing when to turn back, here is everything you need to know about river crossings in the hills.
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March 2026
Winter Munro Bagging Guide: What Changes Above the Snow Line
Winter transforms Scotland's Munros into serious alpine terrain. Here's everything you need to know about ice axes, crampons, avalanche awareness, and planning around short daylight hours.
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March 2026
Solo Munro Bagging Safety: A Complete Guide for Hillwalkers
Going solo on the Scottish hills is one of hillwalking's great pleasures — but it demands honest self-assessment and careful planning. Here's how to do it right.
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February 2026
Understanding Scottish Mountain Weather: A Hillwalker's Guide
Scotland's mountain weather is notoriously unpredictable. Learn to read forecasts, understand wind chill, and know when to turn back.
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January 2026
Navigation Skills for Scottish Mountains: Beyond the Phone
GPS apps are great until they aren't. Every Munro bagger needs these fundamental navigation skills for when the cloud comes down.
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