A yellow flash followed the click of the car doors locking; we turned to the trail, the cone of our headlamps shining bright. Heading northeast into the dark….

the great outdoorsJohn ProctorFebruary 23, 2024John ProctorComment

Beckoned by Illusion and Dreams: A Tale from the Trail by John Proctor

I approached the summit of Am Bodach and the entrance to the ridge, the sun was resting on the horizon. The atmosphere and raw emotion engulfed me as I placed my climbing helmet on and begin the final balancing act.

the great outdoors, Tales of Wonder and WisdomJohn ProctorMarch 13, 2022John Proctor, climbing, Ben Nevis, Scotland, adventue, commitmentComment

Arizona in the springtime by Cheryl

Arizona is a many-faceted jewel to be enjoyed year-round

the great outdoorsCheryl CasatiApril 16, 2021arizona, springtime, horses, instinct, wild, wilderness, bobcat, fear, senses, bobcatwild, desertComment

My Father's Farm by Venus

I was fortunate enough to spend a few days at my father’s farm in Kathua district, Jammu, India last October. Here are some photo memories for you to enjoy

the great outdoorsVenusMarch 6, 2021india, farm, food, wellbeing, tea, growing food, VenusComment

Dunnottar Woods, Stonehaven by Eddie

Summer and Winter views of features in the Dunnottar Woods near Stonehaven, Scotland

the great outdoorsEddie AitkenDecember 26, 2020Woods, stream, burn, fungi, portals, doors, dragon, waterfall, thistle, buttercup, ferns, moss, bridge, shells, otter, hedgehog, bath, Eddie AitkenComment

Treasures from Leh, Ladakh and the banks of the Indus River, India - by Venus

My beautiful friend Venus visited Leh, Ladakh in India and I asked if she would send some photos and experiences for us to see!

Here is what she sent, I made it into a little 2 minute video!

Thank you Venus!

Visit to RSPB Fowlsheugh Nature Reserve 11 Oct 2020 by Eddie

Visit to RSPB Fowlsheugh Nature Reserve. Although we were here at the off season so to speak with no nesting masses of seabirds, dramatic landscapes and a few pleasant surprises awaited us.

the great outdoorsEddie AitkenOctober 12, 2020nature reserve, birds, wildlife, photos, Eddie AitkenComment

The Norwegian Way by Robert

My name is Robert Løvlien. I’m from Norway, the land of trolls, mountains and fjords. I love learning about history and culture. I think we can learn a lot from looking into the past. I like to read and explore the treasures of the past, and I want to convey the beauty of Norwegian nature and way of life.

the great outdoorsRobert LøvlienSeptember 28, 2020new writer, Robert Løvlien, norwayComment

Friluftsliv - Outdoor Living the Norwegian Way by Robert

I love of our humble traditional Norwegian culture, and our close connection to nature. I want to carry forth this tradition, and maybe inspire people to join in on the happiness of being in nature.

Some musings and information about horses and humans through history by Cheryl

No other relationship can spark our senses to grow sharper more rapidly than equestrian related activities. This depends on how much the human wants and allows for the step into the magic offered by the love of and relationship with equines.

the great outdoorsCheryl CasatiAugust 20, 2020horses, equines, kindness, wisdom, history, Cheryl Casati

For the Love of Horses and Classical Art, The Beginnings by Cheryl

I was flooded with ideas and different ways to express the magic, beauty and arts that represent the true value and joy of working with horses and the people who love them!

Spain to Scotland Move by Eddie

Spain to Scotland Move July 2020

the great outdoorsEddie AitkenAugust 6, 2020stonehaven, Eddie Aitken, scotland, return home, spain

9 July - This weeks shots from the neighbourhood and universe by Eddie

the great outdoorsEddie AitkenJuly 9, 2020photos, Eddie Aitken, sleeping tree, persian silk tree, evening, barcelona, morning glory, oleander, butterfly

Montgat Annual Carnaval 2019 by Eddie

Shot from our window as the carnaval passed on 3 March 2019. Lots of colour, variety and most of all happy smiling people. Traditions are there for a reason, perhaps to lift the spirit, create harmony in the community or preserve elements of our culture.

the great outdoorsEddie AitkenJuly 6, 2020Eddie Aitken, carnival, carnaval montgat