Flaming June with snow is not what we’d typically expect this month. The weather has given us a few surprises, and none more so than
Category: Scotland
The Northern lights of May
The Northern lights of May were spectacular. Nearly everyone caught sight of the colourful display. A remote location without light pollution wasn’t required to see
Big changes for summer
Big changes for summer. It’s a busy time for nature, both feathered and fur. Late last month we heard the Cuckoo. The bird returns each
Storm Isha creates havoc
Storm Isha creates havoc. Once again Scotland, and surprisingly, most of the UK faced weather warnings of another storm touching down late on Sunday. The
New Year new post
New Year new post. That’s the way it starts in 2024. We are four days in, and taking advantage of the quiet time to complete
Book promotion day 2
Book promotion day 2. It’s all about stepping outside my comfort zone. Doing short videos to promote my latest book and answer questions is fun.
New Book for Christmas
New Book for Christmas. On 16th December, 2023, I published my memoir. My latest book is called, ‘The Confessions and Life Lessons of a Country
Scottish deer comment 2023
Scottish deer comment 2023. Deer have been a favourite of mine since early childhood, and I am always delighted to write about them. They’re also
Happy St Andrews Day
Happy St Andrew’s Day. It’s the 30 November 2023, and it’s St Andrew’s day here in Scotland
BDS local branch visit to Creag Meagaidh
BDS local branch visit to Creag Meagaidh. The visit to the National Nature Reserve gave a welcome insight into the management of wild deer and
Nature is a great healer
Nature is a great healer. Most of us feel better when we have spent time outdoors. From a morning dog walk to an afternoon stroll
Morning magic and Unicorns
Morning magic and Unicorns. Don’t we all need a sprinkle of magic in our lives? Uplifting morning light to a glimpse of a wild creature,
Special places around us
Special places around us. Scotland is a scenic country, it is blessed with many beautiful locations. Many of them are visited by people from across
November rain and mist
November rain and mist. November often presents wonderful photographic opportunities. Damp days and lingering mists in the hills above the trees look magical especially when
BDS visit Creag Meagaidh
BDS visit Creag Meagaidh. On Saturday 28th October 2023, members of the BDS (British Deer Society) Highland Branch visited the Creagh Meagaidh National Nature Reserve
October sunlight on Birch Tree
October sunlight on Birch Tree. Sunlight uplifts the soul, it makes all the bad things good again. It is a positive influence, and an essential
Morning moon and sunlight
Morning moon and sunlight. A morning walk lit by the sun and looked upon by the moon is a perfect start to the day. October’s
Remote snowy cold October
Remote snowy cold October. The weather has been wild this October. It has caused untold damage, lives have been lost and many have been put
Supporting our Red Squirrels
Supporting our Red Squirrels. We are fortunate to have regular visits from Red Squirrels. They visit the garden most days to feed on nuts, and
Monday morning welcome light
Monday morning welcome light. After a weekend of prolonged heavy rain and floods, Scotland braced for more rain overnight. Thankfully, it rained very little and
Wet weather of October
Wet weather of October. Scotland-wide weather alerts warned us of a danger to life as the rain fell and water levels rose. Some alerts in
Positive news for salmon
Positive news for salmon. Our salmon numbers have been in decline for decades. There are many factors responsible for their decline, from warming sea temperatures
Lookout for Lyme Disease
Lookout for Lyme Disease. Here in Scotland, ticks transmit Lyme disease (also known as Lyme borreliosis). Lyme disease is the most common disease carried by
September and the rain
September and the rain. Looking through my photo archives it’s interesting to compare the weather each year. Depending on what app you use on your
Warm weather animal sightings
Warm weather animal sightings. During the unseasonably high temperatures, our wildlife will change behaviour and be more visible. Often the most active time for wildlife
Scotland’s stag stalking season
Scotland’s stag stalking season. The deer stalking season for stags starts on 1st July through to 20th October. It’s a busy time for deer stalkers
A countryside gathering at Moy
A countryside gathering at Moy took place on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 August, 2023. Traditionally Moy Country Fair, it used to be know as
Moy Country Fair 2023
Moy Country Fair 2023 opens tomorrow and we’re all very excited about it. You can find me on the GWCT stand over the two days.
My countryside story started here
My countryside story started here with this man. Sadly, my Father, Lawrie Robertson, passed away on Sunday 25th June 2023, in hospital, aged 84. Sitting
Book launch very soon!
Book launch very soon as the 2023 edition of ‘For the Love of Country Sports’ will be available for purchase on Amazon from 30th June,
Hot weather in the hills
Hot weather in the hills. June has been a record hot month, with high temperatures and very little rain. The land is drying out, hillside
The Scottish Game Fair
The Scottish Game Fair is less than 2 weeks away. The first of three days of the GWCT Fair commences on Friday 30th June, 2023.
Women in Wellies with Linda Mellor
Women in Wellies with Linda Mellor. Guest, Linda Mellor, enjoys a chat with Hannah and Charlotte in their popular twice-monthly podcast called ‘Women in Wellies’.
Spring and summer comparison
Spring and summer comparison. I guess it is something we all do if we live in a fixed location because we observe the land each
Camper goes missing from Loch Rannoch
Camper goes missing from Loch Rannoch. We have all been on high alert for a man missing in the Kinloch Rannoch/Loch Rannoch area since the
Deer and Photography evening in Perth
Deer and photography evening in Perth, Scotland. A winning combination! If you love deer you will love the evening, if you love photography you will
Sunrise sunshine yes please!
Sunrise sunshine, yes please! There is no better way to start the day than with a walk. A walk while the sun is rising is
Watching the rain
Watching the rain clouds from dry spot higher up the hill. Seeing the clouds dropping their rain over the trees of the Black Wood. It’s
Daily choices around us
Daily choices around us. Choices are everywhere should you choose to see them. A morning walk revealed wildlife making choices, just look at the two