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Water of Leith Conservation Trust @wolct.bsky.social · 6h

A busy 2nd quarter with 2,706 hours of practical volunteering recorded, making the running total 5332 hours. After the big spring clean we've moved to a more diverse list of tasks on the wallway, treating INNS biological surveys and wildflower scything

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Water of Leith Conservation Trust @wolct.bsky.social · 15h

As the seasons change its that time of year when we begin our fungi surveys of Craiglockhart and Colinton Dells. Thus it was great to get out for a refresher on the Autumn @fieldstudiesc.bsky.social Fungi course run by Chris Knowles. Lots of knowledge gained and ready to be put into action

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Beautiful ride into the interior of the Machars this morning. Hardly met any vehicles

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Early morning sun across Wigtown bay and marshes at the site of the martys stake. Margaret Maclauchlan and Margaret Wilson were Scottish Covenanters who were executed in 1685. They were tied to stakes on the mudflats and allowed to drown with the rising tide.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

K and I had a wee cycle round Garlieston, Isle of Whithorn, Whithorn and Sorbie in the Galloway sunshine this morning. Sad to see the Isle community hall/shop/cafe closed with little prospect of re-opening. A beautiful building in a great setting.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

A very lucid, humane and ultimately optimistic Nicholas Stern gave the annual James Mirrielees lecture at Wigtown book festival today. His 2006 conclusion that the cost of action on climate change is less than the cost of inaction is even more true in his new book. press.lse.ac.uk/books/m/10.3...

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Ramblers Scotland @ramblersscotland.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to all involved with St Cuthbert's Way, which has just been named among "50 inspirational travel destinations" in Lonely Planet's Best in Travel guide. The book says the 62-mile route is "perhaps the closest thing modern Britain has to a Camino de Santiago". Have you walked it?

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St Cuthbert's Way gains global recognition as a travel experience

St Cuthbert's Way - from Melrose to Lindisfarne - rubs shoulders with the world's top travel experiences.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

After I lifted the tatties in July I planted purple tansy (phacelia) in the small patch of my back garden. Not only are the purple flowers vibrant, but the patch is humming with pollinators right now.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Warm and windy for a ride out by Rosebery, Middleton etc. In shock news both an Audi and a BMW patiently waited until oncoming traffic had passed and then overtook with wide berth. I almost fainted.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

💯 support the parents here. It’s been longer than a decade. I was the first parent council chair in 2007 when my oldest son was in P1 (he’s 24 now) and the campaign was already 2 years old at that stage. The speed at which some vehicles pass the school is appalling. Safety measures long overdue

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

My cycling and hills pal John Mackenzie climbed his final Munro today - Maol Chean Dearg - and we threw in the superb slabby mountain of An Ruadh Stac to make a memorable day of it.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Very odd. “I expect that the expansion of parking spots beyond the current operating zone will attract a lot of feedback and understandable resistance / scepticism.” Many of the residents of Craiglockhart that I know would warmly welcome expansion of the Voi scheme.

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Jim Pickard @pickardje.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

or to put it another way, good news for first time buyers

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I take heart from the knowledge that the vast majority of decent people will be as appalled at this as I am. We need to isolate this behaviour and call it for what it is: shameless far right bigotry and thuggery.

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Ilikecaketoo (UK) @ilikecaketoo.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Disgraceful that the RNLI have to say this today, but here we are 😞. If you would like to donate👇🏻. rnli.org/support-us/g... #RNLI #RNLISavesLives

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Water of Leith Conservation Trust @wolct.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

A productive day with staff from the Estate office of Edinburgh University in Craiglockart Dell. River waded for rubbish Drainage restored Non native species cut back from this ancient woodland. Infrastructure painted Fencing weaved Top work team #corporatevolunteering

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Nothing to beat a wee bit of Albanian magic in the 95th minute winner!

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Brilliant circuit from Callendar this morning: along Loch Venachar, round Loch Katrine, down to Aberfoyle, over Duke’s Pass and back to Callendar.

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Ramblers Scotland @ramblersscotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Please report any problems you experience while trying to responsibly access North Chesthill Estate in Glen Lyon, Perthshire. That includes any unreasonable online advice or physical signs and barriers. Simply email @perthandkinross.bsky.social via outdooraccess@pkc.gov.uk More below.⤵️

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Estate defies access warnings - TFN

Hillwalkers to stay away from the hills north of Invervar

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Ramblers Scotland @ramblersscotland.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

🥾 So, if you plan to walk at North Chesthill this autumn, please report any unreasonable signage, online advice or physical barriers to outdooraccess@pkc.gov.uk 🖱️ Find out more and sign our petition at www.ramblers.org.uk/glenlyon

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Campaigning for walkers’ access in Glen Lyon

Ramblers Scotland is campaigning for walkers’ right to enjoy 4 popular Munros in Glen Lyon, one of Scotland's most beautiful glens.

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Ramblers Scotland @ramblersscotland.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

NatureScot says the estate "doesn’t always appear to be compliant with Scotland’s access rights”. Perth & Kinross Council says “any blanket closure...would be unlawful”. Yet, the estate website says ‘avoid the hills and Munros on the north side of Glen Lyon behind Invervar’ from TODAY for 2 months.

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Ramblers Scotland @ramblersscotland.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Thanks to 14,000 people who have signed our petition supporting walkers' rights at North Chesthill Estate in Glen Lyon, Perthshire.🙏 In just 3 weeks, you’ve made it the biggest petition in Ramblers Scotland’s history - and sparked robust official warnings to the estate, home to 4 popular Munros.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

A youthful (54 yo) Michelle was my companion today on my vanity project to prove to myself that I can still cycle more than 100 miles aged 60. Through Roslin, over the Granites to Innerleithen, down to St Mary’s Loch and Megget Reservoir, Tweedsmuir, Broughton, Biggar, Carnwath and home. Superb day.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Big thanks to the team @ipsosintheuk.bsky.social and all the companies who contribute to a thriving Water of Leith.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Important analysis. Decisions about licensing more fossil fuel extraction in the North Sea are being sold as protecting jobs and economic prosperity. But new licences won’t do that. Providing jobs and retaining skills comes from accelerating the transition to renewable energy.

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Ramblers Scotland @ramblersscotland.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

🎯 Shooting Times, on the North Chesthill Estate access debate: "Every estate that manages access day by day, posts its stalking on Heading for the Scottish Hills and gets walkers safely round the hill, is undermined by one that shuts the gate for 9 weeks." www.pressreader.com/uk/shooting-...

A grassy slope with the long glen below.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

I last stayed in at Ben Dronaig at Christmas 1992 and last climbed Lurg Mhor and Bidean a’ Choire Sheasgaich at Christmas 1987. So it was good to get a night at the bothy again and to go back up those 2 very remote hills.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

I first camped at Loch Doon in 1977, aged 11, at the area marked CA3 on the map (and a few times since). Took a wander down yesterday in light of the new camping byelaw proposed by @eastayrshire.bsky.social. The boundary shown in red and the 3 permit areas shown. Seems an excessive area to the west.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

From Ayr this morning following the NCN 7 up over the Carrick hills then the wonderful hill road to Glen Trool through Nick of the Balloch, past the Highwayman memorial and the Shalloch summit back to Ayr. I’d forgotten how hilly these roads are. My wee ring got a full workout.

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Ramblers Scotland @ramblersscotland.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

A @naturescot.bsky.social spokesperson has told @thecourier.co.uk: “The estate doesn’t always appear to be compliant with Scotland’s access rights and the associated landowner duties, and we strongly urge the estate to reconsider its approach, working closely with its local access authority." 🤞

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Row over access to four Munros on Perthshire estate reignited as council threatens legal action

NatureScot says Chesthill Estate in Glen Lyon "doesn’t always appear to be compliant with Scotland’s access rights."

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Water of Leith Conservation Trust @wolct.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Redbraes extravaganza was in full swing today with teams out wading for invasives and rubbish, trimming back vegetation and litter picking, and surveying Riverfly. It's lovely to see the improvement in this invasives hotspot, only 5 giant hogweed found & only a few balsam!

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RSPB Scotland @rspbscotland.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service have issued a very high wildfire warning for several areas across Scotland from today until Thursday 13 August. Follow Scottish Outdoor Access Code advice and avoid outdoor fires when a wildfire danger assessment is in place. If you see a wildfire, call 999.

Very high wildfire risk warning for Eastern Highlands, Eastern and Southern Scotland

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Ramblers Scotland @ramblersscotland.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Remember when a Perthshire landowner blocked access to 4 Munros for 2 months last year? 🗻 Well, sadly he's at it again - and we really need your help. ✅ Sign our petition today at www.ramblers.org.uk/glenlyon @scotways.com @walkhighlands.co.uk @ramblers.org.uk

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Campaigning for walkers’ access in Glen Lyon

Ramblers Scotland is campaigning for walkers’ right to enjoy 4 popular Munros in Glen Lyon, one of Scotland's most beautiful glens.

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walkhighlands @walkhighlands.co.uk · 12/08/2026

Walkers are being asked to unite to challenge attempts to close Glen Lyon hills this autumn. @ramblersscotland.bsky.social has today launched a petition to challenge a Perthshire estate’s controversial 2-month ban on accessing 4 popular Munros in Glen Lyon. www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/new-pet...

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New petition to fight walking ban at 4 popular Munros

Walkers are being asked to unite to challenge attempts to close Glen Lyon hills this autumn. Ramblers Scotland has today launched a petition to challenge a Perthshire estate's controversial 2-month ba...

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Brendan Paddy @bjpaddy.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Delighted that @ramblersscotland.bsky.social has secured £40,000 for improvements to the Drumchapel Way in Glasgow in partnership with local partners and the community. The funding is from the Pride in Place Impact Fund delivered by @glasgowcc.bsky.social www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/2645185...

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Pride in Place grant to help improve Glasgow nature spot

An initiative to improve a Glasgow walking route has been granted tens of thousands of pounds.

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Fionn McArthur @fionnmcarthur.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Here in Orkney (as I suspect other places) we had significant influx of European/agri funding for footpaths and basic infrastructure around turn of the millennium. That's mostly in desperate need of replacement now. Very sad to see.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

This evening’s ride. All uphill and headwind to get here. It’s going to be a good ride home!

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

This route isn’t one of the 29 national trails. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article.... It’s described by @walkhighlands.co.uk as “a serious undertaking”, “very strenuous journey”, “should be left to the more experienced who can judge conditions for themselves and are competent with a paper map and compass”

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Skye Trail warning as 20 walkers rescued in one day

Skye Mountain Rescue Team described the period from 07:00 to 20:00 on Friday as "one of the busiest days the team can remember".

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

There can be few better “wee” hills than Cioch na h-Oighe. It’s arguably not even a hill - more just the end of the ridge, but it’s a lovely slabby climb up and then two sets of pinnacles. I was first up here in 1980 aged 14 and many times since. I never tire of it.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

My cycling times are usually evenings but today it was early morning before work and before the wind got up. Lovely it was too.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Is anyone else locked in a Sisyphean battle to log on to the new #Scotrail app this morning?

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I was off @ramblersscotland.bsky.social last week but I could not but notice this sign and path (on Handa). European money for paths: gone. Farming payments for paths: suspended. Local council budgets: slashed. If we want outdoor infrastructure we need to invest in it, through a Scottish Paths Fund.

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

When we were both @shelterscotland.bsky.social, Tricia Marwick (later to be MSP and first woman Presiding Officer at the Parliament) and I worked a lot with Sandra on pictures of housing and homelessness 1994-98. She was a joy to work with and had total commitment to her work. Go see this exhibition

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

New leader in Scotland’s remotest hill? The Creag Mhor top of Ben Armine. 27 mile round trip to get here (16 of them by mountain bike). Huge expanse of Caithness and Sutherland emptiness…

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Gavin Corbett @gavincorbett.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

It’s been wet a lot since Monday up here on the top of Scotland (especially today - Wednesday. Ugh). So time yesterday to go up from Kylesku on a boat and later over to magical Handa Island. And then into Arnaboll for a night.

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