Wild for Scotland Podcast

What is it like to traverse the narrowest mountain ridge in mainland Scotland?

Listen to the story and join me on the Aonach Eagach!

This is a bonus episode created exclusively for Wee Pufflings, Gallus Gugas and Bonny Owlets as a thank you for all your support. 

Transcript

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Helpful links and resources

Blog post: 20 Things to do in Glencoe

Book a hiking guide from Girls on Hills

Stay at Scorrybreac Guest House in Glencoe

Credits

Written, hosted and produced by Kathi Kamleitner. Additional support by Fran Turauskis.

Cover Art illustrated by Lizzie Vaughan-Knight. Musik by Bruce Wallace.

Additional sound effects from Zapsplat.

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What does the Scottish coast look like from the water? This episode of Wild for Scotland leaves the solid ground of beaches and cliffs behind and explores the north-west coast and the Isle Martin by kayak.

‘A Whole New World’ is a story about changing your perspective in order to learn something new about a place you thought you knew like the back of your hand. Travelling is all about these kinds of learning experiences for me.

Kayaking is one of my favourite ways to explore and change my viewpoint. This trip to the Isle Martin, an outlier among the Summer Isles is no exception.

In this episode, we learn about the history of the Scottish kelp industry, the geology of the Summer Isles and the wildlife you can expect to encounter on the north-west coast – from seabirds to marine wildlife and even otters.

A big thank you to Will Copestake of Kayak Summer Isles for his help researching this episode.

Are you ready? Great – let’s travel to Scotland!

Episode transcript and images from the story will be available from WildforScotland.com from 30 March 2021.

Helpful links and resources

Book a kayaking excursion with Kayak Summer Isles.

Here’s an amazing read about the way we talk about the far north of Scotland (and it’s definitely not so “empty wilderness”).

Plan your NC500 road trip with my North Coast 500 Guide.

Learn how to forage for seaweed.

Listen to this very cool episode on kelp farming on How to Save a Planet.

Try seaweed products by the Scottish company Mara Seaweed.

Hike to the top of Stac Pollaidh.

Follow the Snorkel Trail on the north-west coast. (Downloads the PDF brochure)

Check out the Isle Martin Seaweed Festival.

Credits

Written, hosted and produced by Kathi Kamleitner. Additional support by Fran Turauskis.

Cover Art illustrated by Lizzie Vaughan-Knight. Musik by Bruce Wallace.

Additional sound effects from Zapsplat, Pond5 and SoundBoard.

Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

From breathtaking landscapes to welcoming locals, the Isle of Harris took my breath away!

Today’s story is made up of two vignettes of what I’d like to call Island Hospitality. Two chance encounters on the Isle of Harris that have stuck with me ever since.

+ You'll get a glimpse behind the scenes and hear the latest developments in the Wild for Scotland HQ.

This is the third bonus episode created exclusively for Wee Pufflings, Gallus Gugas and Bonny Owlets as a thank you for all your support. 

Transcript

If you'd like a transcript of this episode, message me and I'll send it to you!

Helpful links and resources

My guide to hiking the Hebridean Way - Stages 8-10 are on Harris.

Stop for lunch at the Community Cafe at BAYS Centre.

Stay at Vigadale Guest House at Loch Seaforth - there is a wood-fired hot tub!

Read more about the Coffin Road.

Credits

Written, hosted and produced by Kathi Kamleitner. Additional support by Fran Turauskis.

Cover Art illustrated by Lizzie Vaughan-Knight. Musik by Bruce Wallace.

Additional sound effects from Zapsplat.

Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the Scottish west coast sound like? This episode of Wild for Scotland invites you on a journey to the Isle of Tiree.

“Lullaby” tells the story of a day I spent on the Isle of Tiree exploring its different sounds and landscapes.

The adventure begins at Glasgow airport with a flight on a tiny Twin Otter machine and sees me discover the nooks and crannies of the island by bike. We visit beaches, learn about the history of the island and meet some of the locals.

After the story, I give you top 5 tips to visit the Isle of Tiree yourself.

Are you ready? Great – let’s travel to Scotland!

Helpful links for this episode:

Book a flight to Tiree with Logan Air

Hire a bike hire from Tiree Fitness

Try watersports with Wild Diamond or Blackhouse Watersports

Stay at Mannal House B&B near Hynish

Plan a visit during Tiree Music Festival

Transcript available from wildforscotland.com (from 9 March 2021)

Credit:

Written, hosted and produced by Kathi Kamleitner. Additional support by Fran Turauskis. Cover Art illustrated by Lizzie Vaughan-Knight. Musik by Bruce Wallace. Additional sound effects from Zapsplat, Pond5 and SoundBoard. 

Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you embark on a big solo hike - and then you panic? This episode of Wild for Scotland sees us embarking on a big adventure on the Isle of Barra.

"Out of Nowhere" is a story about my first day on the Hebridean Way - 155-mile long-distance trail across the Outer Hebrides. I take you with me on the ferry to Castlebay, my journey to the start of the hike and up into the hills of Barra. And as you can imagine - not everything went entirely to plan...

After the story, I share my top 5 tips with you to get the most out of your time on Barra when you visit.

Are you ready? Great - let's travel to Scotland!

References & helpful links:

Find the ferry from Oban to Barra: Calmac route from Oban to Castlebay

Or take a flight with Loganair.

Visit Kisimul Castle in Castlebay.

Read my guide for hiking the Hebridean Way and plan your own trip.

Stay at Barra Beach Hotel.

Go sea kayaking or try another activity with Clearwater Paddling.

Transcript available from wildforscotland.com (from 16 March 2021)

Credit:

Written, hosted and produced by Kathi Kamleitner. Additional support by Fran Turauskis. Cover Art illustrated by Lizzie Vaughan-Knight. Musik by Bruce Wallace. Additional sound effects from Zapsplat, Pond5 and SoundBoard. 

Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.