Wildlife
Five Fascinating Facts – Barn Owl
The Barn Owl or the "screeching owl" is widespread across Scotland and the alarming nature of their piercing calls is hard to miss.
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Authors
111 Places You Shouldn’t Miss With Gillian Tait!
We chat to Gillian Tait, author of 111 Places In Fife That You Shouldn’t Miss – a series of guides for locals and experienced travellers alike.
Wildlife
Protecting A Pioneer – Jim Crumley
Jim recalls guarding the first osprey nest in Stirlingshire armed only with a torch and loud-hailer – and being rewarded with many magical sights.
Wildlife
Stories In The Snow – The Otter Slide
Jim Crumley takes you a wander through his winter wonderland with this short series of recalled adventures in the snow. Here he shares a fascinating otter spotting!
Community
Wonderful Winter Gallery 2021
There's nothing better than a spectacular cold snap. You've shared with us some incredible wintry scenes from across Scotland this year and we've collated a glittering gallery for you.
Wildlife
Five Fascinating Facts – Gannets
Scotland is famous for its gannet population. Gannets can be spotted in colonies across the country, mainly on coastal cliffs and remote islands.
Outdoor Scotland
The Scots Magazine Photography – Our Tips!
We ask our Picture Researcher, Ailsa, and Design Editor, Nadine, what it is they look for in The Scots Magazine Photography, including that all-important cover shot!
Outdoor Scotland
COVID-19 Mountain Safety Guidance!
Mountaineering Scotland issues its latest advice for walkers, climbers and skiers on keeping it safe in the hills this winter.
Wildlife
Domain Of Our Winter Wren
Jim Crumley investigates how can the tiny winter wren – social yet territorial – presume to look down upon a golden eagle in the Cairngorms.
Community
Wonderful Winter Gallery
There's nothing better than a spectacular cold snap. You've shared with us some incredible wintry scenes from across Scotland this year and we've collated a glittering gallery for you.
