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Scottish Midges

Everything you need to know about Scottish midges

A Scottish midge, also known as the Highland menace, has ruined the ideal holiday for many unprepared travellers that underestimate this tiny little insect and what it can do. The Co2 from your breath, your sweat and your body scent attracts midges from a large distance. Their bites are very itchy and their constant buzzing, as well as relentless crawling over your skin, makes you feel like you’re in a living nightmare. Regardless of this, people have been living, still, live and travelling in midge-infested places. Understanding this little bloodsucking creature and its habits will help you to coexist and plan a successful holiday in the wilderness.

Hiking Jacket

Different types of hiking Jackets

Choosing a jacket for your next outdoor adventure can be difficult if you’re new to this kind of activity. Hiking jackets come in various styles as well as prices and each of them are designed for specific activities and weather conditions. To help you decide what’s best for your next adventure we have described the purpose for every one of them.

National trust

Advantages of becoming a National Trust member

The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty is the biggest conservation charity and membership organisation for heritage conservation in Europe. It covers England, Wales and Northern Ireland, but there is an independent National Trust in Scotland. National Trust owns hundreds of properties across the United Kingdom, a large amount of British coastline, and various nature reserves. It protects and maintains these places so we can enjoy them for generations to come. But like all charity-based organisations, National Trust needs its members and supporters to exist.

Waterproofing and breathability of outdoor clothing

Waterproofing and breathability of outdoor clothing

Your comfort while exposed to wet weather conditions will highly depend on your clothes and it’s waterproof and breathable properties. When choosing outdoor clothing for your upcoming trip, the different variety of waterproof gear can be overwhelming and make your decision more difficult. Understanding of waterproof rankings, breathability and how different waterproof membranes work will make your decision much easier.

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