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u003ch2 style=u0022text-align: center;u0022u003eDiscover. Explore. Outdoors.u003c/h2u003ernu003cp style=u0022text-align: center;u0022u003eAre you keen to explore Scotland? Fiona Outdoors is your independent guide to getting out into the amazing natural environment of this small but highly accessible country. Whether you are new to the outdoors or already a keen outdoors enthusiast, this website offers a wealth of inspiration, advice and tips for adventures of all kinds, including walking, running, cycling, kayaking, swimming, skiing and travel.u003c/pu003e

Adventure u0026 Travel

A beginner’s guide to planning your first winter sports adventure

Review: Gravel Rides Northumberland guidebook

Off-season along Portugal’s wild coast: A walker’s notebook

Review: Cycling Climbs of Scotland: A road cyclist’s guide (second edition)

Solo Travel therapy: Why you need a private escape

Cyprus beyond the resorts: How to explore the island in comfort

How cruises can unlock the world’s best outdoor adventures

Fiona bagging: Cook’s Cairn from Aldivalloch, Moray

Summits debate: The Fionas versus the Grahams

Rural escapes made easy: Tips for a perfect spa break

Public wi‑fi danger zones: How travellers can stay safe abroad

How Outdoor Activities Can Help You Reset After Divorce

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Women Outdoors

Fiona bagging: Cook’s Cairn from Aldivalloch, Moray

Fiona bagging: Creag Dhubh (Glen Spean)

Ski holidays for solo people: The Ski Gathering

Review: Berghaus Women’s Summit Seeker Gore-Tex Jacket

Review: Montec Fawk women’s ski jacket and bib pants

Walking off the January Monday Blues: Beinn Tharsuinn, near Alness

Sustainable hydration: Why a Waterdrop thermal bottle is great for hiking in Scotland

Solo Fiona bagging: Carn na Coinnich

Fiona bagging: Càrn Mhic an Toisich from Glen Moriston 

Review: Breaking the Snowline, written by Anna Wells

Amulree Fionas: Solo walk of Meall nan Caorach and Meall Reamhar

Review: Patagonia Women’s R1® Air Fleece Jacket

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Run

8 best at-home cold therapy systems for faster muscle recovery

Should you work out on holiday? And, if so, how?

Waterproof fabrics: Hydrostatic Head (HH) and breathability (RET) explained

Balancing fitness and health issues that may arise over time

Scottish trail running races 2026: Half marathons, marathons, hills and mountains

Best ultras in Scotland: Scottish ultra running races in 2026

Campaign reminder to ThinkWINTER

What is Raynaud’s syndrome? How to cope with numb fingers in the great outdoors

West Highland Way Race: New cash bonus for setting new record

Some of the most common rituals runners follow after race day

James Killingbeck sets new Ring of Stirling FKT

Review: Berghaus Farren leggings with ZonalAdapt

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Who is Fiona Outdoors?

Fiona Outdoors is created by Fiona Russell, a well-respected journalist. Fiona has explored many areas of Scotland – and further afield –  and enjoys walking, running, cycling, kayaking, skiing and swimming. She writes about these adventures and also loves to write about the stories of other people who enjoy spending time in the great outdoors.rnrnu0026nbsp;

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From peaks to ports: Why hikers and adventurers are boarding cruise ships 

Off-season along Portugal’s wild coast: A walker’s notebook

Smart ways to travel light on multi-day trips across Scotland

Fiona bagging: Cook’s Cairn from Aldivalloch, Moray

Summits debate: The Fionas versus the Grahams

Review: TrekMates Thaw DRY Mittens

Fiona bagging: Creag Dhubh (Glen Spean)

A to B: Traverse of Sgurr a’ Chaorainn and Beinn na h-Uamha, Ardgour

Book review: Skye Munros: The walker’s guide to bagging the Cuillin summits

Review: Berghaus Women’s Summit Seeker Gore-Tex Jacket

Waterproof fabrics: Hydrostatic Head (HH) and breathability (RET) explained

Moving to Glasgow as a student: Outdoor living, fitness spots and smart accommodation choices 

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Bike

Review: Gravel Rides Northumberland guidebook

Review: Cycling Climbs of Scotland: A road cyclist’s guide (second edition)

How to plan a bike trip to Italy

How to keep your legs fresh on long runs, hikes and rides

Book review: Gravel Rides Loch Lomond & The Trossachs:

Outdoors activities in Argyll & The Isles, Loch Lomond, Stirling and The Trossachs

Essential packing list for a multi-night bike packing trip in Scotland

Campaign reminder to ThinkWINTER

Review: Rudy Project Rebel Carbon Helmet

Review: CamelBak Thrive™ Chug 32oz Bottle with Tritan™ Renew

What is Raynaud’s syndrome? How to cope with numb fingers in the great outdoors

Review: MSR Hubba Hubba™ NX 2-person tent

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Kit

Review: TrekMates Thaw DRY Mittens

Book review: Skye Munros: The walker’s guide to bagging the Cuillin summits

Review: Decathlon Wedze ski bag for 2 pairs of skis or 2 snowboards

Review: Berghaus Women’s Summit Seeker Gore-Tex Jacket

Waterproof fabrics: Hydrostatic Head (HH) and breathability (RET) explained

Review: Montec Fawk women’s ski jacket and bib pants

Patagonia Worn Wear Snow Tour arrives in the Scottish Highlands

Sustainable hydration: Why a Waterdrop thermal bottle is great for hiking in Scotland

Outdoor tech and gear that’s worth investing in

Book review: Gravel Rides Loch Lomond & The Trossachs:

Review: Eagle Creek Tarmac Luggage Collection 

Book review: Ski Mountaineering in Scotland, edited by Colwyn Jones 

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Active Menopause

u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eAll women will face menopause at some stage. For most, this means the start of peri-menopause in your 40s and menopause from around late 40s to mid-50s on average. In Active Menopause, we address some of the many physical and mental issues of menopause and look at ways to stay fit and active.u003c/pu003e

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