I’ve gradually been working my way around Britain’s coast, paddling solo for a few weeks here and there when I have time free. I think that I’m now about three quarters of the way around (must check …). Anyway, last summer I paddled 280 miles down Scotland’s east coast. This coast was all completely new to [...]
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Orkneyinga Saga 3 comments
Last summer, Heather and I spent a few weeks exploring the wild and wonderful Orkney Isles by sea kayak. Our trip did not cover much distance due to persistent poor weather, but this actually allowed us to explore the area in depth. This vast area of islands is located off the northern tip of Scotland [...]
Scottish Canoe Associations 2 comments
Glencoe. We’ve just returned from a week north of the border. Firstly we visited the Scottish Canoe Assocation’s annual Show, ‘Paddle ’09′. I met up with various folk and delivered a talk on recent overseas whitewater expeditions. Having done this, it was time for the real business of the week; catching up with friends and heading [...]
