Tag Archives: hiking

472 to Braemore Junction and Lael Forest Garden

Posted on November 15, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

I walk through an endless valley, discover a hidden gorge, and spot some giant redwood trees. Continue reading →

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471 lay-by through Dundonnell Forest to lay-by

Posted on November 9, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

I follow a road through beautiful valleys, and watch the rain on the mountains. Continue reading →

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470 Dundonnel to lay-by

Posted on October 16, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

I give a stranger a long lift, and take a short walk in the drizzle. Continue reading →

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469 Mungasdale to Dundonnell

Posted on October 15, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

I love the view of Gruinard Island, but have no idea of its dark secrets. Continue reading →

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468 Laide to Mungasdale

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

I battle gales and steep slopes, and run my battery almost flat… and that’s before I start! Continue reading →

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467 Laide to Mellon Udrigle

Posted on October 5, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

I dither about the route, lose the path, but discover a beautiful beach. Continue reading →

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466b Aultbea to Laide

Posted on October 2, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

I find a viewpoint without a view, and find a hidden bench. Continue reading →

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466am Mellon Charles to Aultbea

Posted on September 12, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

I look like a wandering ghost in the misty landscape. Continue reading →

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465 View point to view point, Drumchork

Posted on September 5, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

I search for elusive dolphins, and complete my shortest walk ever. Continue reading →

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464 Naast to Poolewe to Inverewe Viewpoint

Posted on August 26, 2022 by Ruth Livingstone

Out of the blue, an intense feeling of calmness and well-being engulfs me. Continue reading →

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