Wild Lochaber Blogs
The latest bleats from the sheep on the street...
Blogs (web logs) and blogspots provide a unique insight into Highland life and nature in Lochaber and The West Highlands.
We have put together a collection of Lochaber blogs to highlight the traditions, culture and wildlife in the various regions, including the West Coast Islands.
We show entries from the last 100 days, organised by region, topic and blog. The titles and text snippets give a taste of each entry with direct links to the main blog entry on the host website. We hope you will find time to explore the full articles and further information on the host blog sites.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any suggestions for blogs you would like to see here.
Marc Calhoun
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Eorsa lay like a scallop-shell on the fringe of the western sea, its concave face opening to the wide ocean, the sunset, and the strung jet beading that was the line of the Outer Hebrides. The view from a fictional Eorsa — the novel Bridal Path, Nigel Tranter (1952)Unlike...
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Easdale was a significant milestone, as it was the final island on my final cruise as a guide on Hjalmar Bjørge. We'd spent the morning on na h-EiIeacha Naomha of the Garvellachs. Upon learning none of the guests had been to Easdale, I decided to make it the last island of the cruise.And so, on a...
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After exploring Inchkenneth, we set a course to na h-Eileacha Naomha, one of the Garvellachs, also known as The Isles of the Sea. On the island are the ruins of St Brendan's Monastery, which include two of the largest beehive cells in the Hebrides. The island is unusual in that it has four...
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After a night at anchor in Lon Bearnus, we set a course west to circle around Ulva and Gometra. With the always-tempting Treshnish isles dotting the horizon to the west, we made our way along the southern coast of Ulva. Once past the collonaded castles, we motored into the shallow waters between...
Lochaber Chamber of Commerce
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Expression of Interest: Iceland Innovation Week Learning Journey – May 12th-16th, 2025 What is it: Are you interested in hosting a learning journey to Iceland Innovation Week 12th – 16th May 2025? The learning journey would be partially funded by HIE. Iceland Innovation Week brings together...
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MCR Pathways is a life-changing mentoring charity dedicated to unlocking the potential of young people who face challenging lives. Too many face barriers that limit their confidence, aspirations, and future prospects. This school-based mentoring programme matches young people with dedicated, caring...
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In the heart of the Scottish Highlands, where snow blankets the rugged peaks and the wind carries whispers of ancient landscapes, photographer Karen Miller embarks on an extraordinary journey each winter. Her mission? To find and reconnect with Bo, a mountain hare that has become more than just a...
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Researchers at UHI North, West and Hebrides have complied a report detailing various options for local businesses to engage with cutting-edge AI translation technologies. The report highlights the growing importance of foreign language provision in Scottish tourism, with VisitScotland reporting...
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Cyber security is a growing concern for businesses of all sizes, and recent statistics highlight the urgency of addressing this issue. According to recent reports, 50% of UK businesses have experienced some form of cyber security breach or attack in the past 12 months. These incidents can result in...
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Burnbank Lodges: A Quiet, Comfortable Retreat for Business Travelers in Spean Bridge Burnbank Lodges in Spean Bridge provides a peaceful alternative to hotels for contractors, visitors, or colleagues while they’re working in the area. With just 12 one-bedroom lodges their business guests...
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New Connections is thrilled to announce an array of exciting activities and events designed to bring the community together in meaningful and engaging ways. From fitness and creative clubs to volunteer recruitment and youth initiatives, there is something for everyone to get involved in. New...
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Live Stand Up Comedy: Marjolein Robertson ‘O’. Sun 16th March, 8pm. A special evening of stand-up from the multi-award nominated, Shetland-born comedian and actress, Marjolein Robertson. A show about the body, that’s not for the faint-hearted! Rated 16. Tickets: https://www....
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Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland launches Tartan Tea Party Fundraiser with support from Great British Bake Off Star James Morton Leading health charity Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is asking businesses across Lochaber to put the kettle on and get their ‘brew crew’ together to support the 1 in...
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The latest round of the Scottish Inward Investment Catalyst Fund (IICF) has awarded three projects up to £10,000 each. The fund, supported by Interface and the Scottish Government, attracts investment through R&D with Scottish universities. The projects awarded are: Development of a lithium...
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Agilico are delighted to announce that they have won the 2024 Environmental Excellence Award at the Print IT Awards in December, the UK’s premier awards event for the managed print and document technology sector. This annual celebration recognises outstanding achievements and innovation, bringing...
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A Proposal of Application Notice (PAN) outlining the development area for worker accommodation required for the construction of a new overhead power line in Skye has been submitted to The Highland Council. The PAN, which has been submitted by principal contractor Balfour Beatty, outlines the...
Plants of Skye, Raasay & The Small Isles
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Seth has spotted Arum maculatum (Lords-and-Ladies) in Broadford. It is close to a garden, but there doesn’t appear to be any Arum in there. Arum maculatum at Broadford Image: S J D Gibson This is the first localised record for the vice-county. There are four anonymous, old (1950/57)...
Abacus Mountain Guides
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So far, the winter of 2024/25 has been a bit on/off. It is not shaping up to be a classic winter. In fact it is a concerning indication of what our future winters might be like as the climate changes and we experience different weather here on the west coast of Scotland.Since November we...
Treshnish Farm
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Visitors to Treshnish over the last few months may have noticed signs of something happening, along the track past the farm building towards Haunn.This is where we are building a house. A year ago we were barely taking the first steps towards this, and now here we are.. the kit arrives on...
Sunart Community Company
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Join us on Saturday 25th January for our AGM. Strontian Village Hall Drinks & Chat – 5.45, AGM – 6pm to 7pm Our volunteer directors will provide a brief overview of the year’s activities, present the annual accounts and elect new directors. We are also looking for...
