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Q&A Latex-free first aid kit

I plan to go on a hike with someone allergic to latex. Usually I would pack small plasters and leukotape, but this is not an option in this case. How can I replace these items with latex-free equ...

0 answers  ·  posted 4y ago by nha‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What's the difference between the Norwegian fjord and the Scottish sea loch?

I want to know the major differences between these two systems.

2 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Osbert Moses‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are these concrete posts near the Gallow Hill water tower in Dundee, Scotland?

I've been walking my dog recently in the Templeton woods in Dundee, Scotland. When I walked past the Gallow Hill water tower I came across these concrete (?) posts. There were about 20-30 of them a...

2 answers  ·  posted 6y ago by Baz‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is this fungus on a birch tree Chaga?

Once again found a fungi growing on birch and I'm not entirely sure what it is. It looks quite like the chaga fungi but I'm really not too sure! I have seen chaga in some videos before and it seeme...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by eternalNoob‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A Alcohol-fuel for burner at the Glasgow Airport

I will travel to the Highlands and have a very quick stop-over at the Glasgow Airport since I have to catch the bus from Daluir. Is there any chance to get alcohol-fuel for a burner? In some countr...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by ruedi‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are the primary considerations for a solo traverse of the Cairngorms in winter snow?

I am putting together my first multi-day winter expedition and am looking for some advice. During Dec 2018 to February 2019 I am planning a solo traverse of the Cairngorms in Scotland, camping wil...

1 answer  ·  posted 5y ago by Venture2099‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A What gear for sleeping in wild camping in western Scotland in May?

I intend to go camping in Scotland (mainly the Isle of Mull, that is Western, central Scotland) next week, i.e. last week of May. I have read quite a lot about the weather and know I should prepare...

4 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by MattiSG‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A When is the midge season in Scotland?

What time of year are the the dreaded midge's in Scotland at their worst? I've only really been into the Higlands in Winter and I would prefer to avoid the worst time for these if possible.

1 answer  ·  posted 9y ago by System‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are these fungi that I've found growing on a dead birch?

What are these fungi I found on a dead birch? Initially, I thought perhaps artist's bracket or southern bracket, but now I think they might be horses hoof fungus? I'm not very knowledgeable about t...

2 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by eternalNoob‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A How many "Munro" revisions have there been?

In 1891 Hugh Munro published his list of mountains in Scotland over 3000 feet, since then the list has been revised a number of times and the current total stands at 282. How many revisions have b...

2 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Liath‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A What to look for in a winter skills course?

I'm researching winter skills courses for the new year. Most cover all the basics: Self arrest Using crampons and ice axes Avalanche awareness Route planning Is there anything else I should be ...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by System‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Are there wild camping rules in Scotland?

I am planning a 7 day trip in Scotland. I am considering some possible cheap options for accommodation, and I have read wild camping is permitted. Are there any rules that need to be respected? Doe...

2 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by Faorodia‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Hints for hiking the west highland way

I am a 'newbie' in hiking, and I will be doing this trail in July. Following more or less this plan: -> Milngavie to Carbeth (8km) -> Carbeth - Drymen (11.2km) -> Drymen to Rowardennan ...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by antao‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A On a coast to coast walk across Scotland, which areas would require the most self-sufficiency?

As a keen hiker with some time off I am considering a self-supported walk across Scotland. Which route/locations would encompass the most self-sufficiency (wild camping/hammock locations) whilst b...

4 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by Venture2099‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Which month would be, on probability, the best month to trek on the Isle of Skye, Scotland?

I am an experienced hiker/hillwalker and plan to tackle the Trotternish Ridge on Skye , possibly a few other coastal walks, whilst also taking a reconnaissance look at The Cuillin. My plan is to s...

2 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Venture2099‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Climbing all the Munros as a continous round

I think it would be fun to climb all the Munros as a single long distance type route. The wikipedia page indicates that several people have climbed all the Munros as a continuous round. Where can...

2 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by nivag‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Where in the US can I find green mountains to hike like in Scotland, such as Dalveen Pass?

I really enjoyed hiking in green, grass covered mountains in Scotland, especially Dalveen Pass. Are there any mountains like that to hike in the US, especially in parks? The Dalveen Pass

5 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Ed McIntosh‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭