Is there any wilderness left in Scotland? In this episode about rewilding Scotland, you'll learn about Scotland's diverse landscapes and species, what threatens them and how they can be restored. You'll also meet two young people who are actively working on rewilding Scotland as part of SCOTLAND: The Big Picture's NextGen programme: Joe McLellan and Jura MacMillan. And hopefully, by the end of it, you'll feel inspired to join Scotland's rewilding movement! Visit our website to find the full...

If you love stories about the Scottish coast, The Coast That Shaped The World is an app full of audio stories that I think you might enjoy! The Coast that Shaped the World, or simply Coast, is a gathering of stories reflecting and celebrating the people, communities, heritage, culture and environment of the west coast and islands of Scotland. More than 30 local story gatherers spent a good part of the pandemic to collect over 1,300 stories about a great variety of coastal subjects. The aim...

Sarah Hobbs is a professional storyteller - that is to say, she tells stories for a living. With her company Strathspey Storywalks she offers guided nature walks in the Strathspey and Badenoch regions that combine her passion for Scotland's rich storytelling heritage with her passion for nature and landscapes. If you'd like to learn more about Badenoch and get a sense for this region, listen to last week's episode 'The Land of Stories'. Visit our website to find the full show notes incl....

'The Land of Stories' is an episode about Badenoch, its natural landscapes, cultural heritage, fascinating stories and welcoming locals. I'm taking you with me as I travel around the region by car, e-bike and on foot and speak to the people who call Badenoch their home. This episode is sponsored by Badenoch The Storylands. Download their free app for travel tips, music and stories from the App Store or Google Play. Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript and tips...

Listeners of Wild for Scotland know Kathi Kamleitner as the writer and host of the show. Long-time listeners might even know her as the creator of the Scotland travel blog Watch Me See. But in this conversation with Wild for Scotland co-producer and sound designer Fran Turauskis, Kathi shares more about what brought her to Scotland, her creative process and her time at the Snorkelling Artist Residency hosted by the Argyll Hope Spot. We recommend listening to last week's episode 'Creature of...

'Creature of the Sea' is a collection of stories and poems inspired by my time at the Snorkelling Artist Residency hosted by the Argyll Hope Spot. Me and a group of 10 other artists were able to explore the abundant underwater world of this stretch of coastline and learn to draw underwater. Our snorkel explorations were guided by local experts, experienced swimmers and wildlife artists and weaved together lessons of creativity, biology and water safety. The result of my time at the Argyll...

Adam Raja is a mountain man, but if you looked at his photography and social media platforms, you'd never think that it took most of his life to develop that passion for the outdoors. It came as no surprise to me though, that the hills of Glencoe played an important role on this journey. If you're not familiar with Glencoe and why it's such a special place in the Scottish Highlands, listen to my story Where it all began. Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript and...

'Where it all began' is a story about a walk through one of the most beautiful places in the Scottish Highlands. I'm taking you with me as I hike the Two Lairigs route from Glen Coe to Glen Etive and back. Along the way, I tell you about my personal relationship with this glen, the exact moment I fell in love with Scotland and I reflect on some of the conflicting feelings that always cross my mind when I find myself in the Highlands. Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the...

Heather Thomas-Smith combines her passion for the great Scottish outdoors with her interest in history and background in geology to guide fascinating journeys through the Heart of Argyll. Whether you're interested in Scotland's Neolithic period or its natural history, want to see pretty Highland scenery or forage for edible plants among the rocks - Heather is the guide for you. If you're new to Kilmartin Glen, listen to last week's story 6,000 times around the sun for a taste of this...

Take our 2022 Listener Survey! '6,000 times around the sun' is a story about Scotland's ancient history and how we connect with it. Kilmartin Glen is an excellent place for this journey as there are hundreds of historic sites to discover. We explore structures and monuments that were built soon after the last Ice Age and rock art that was created thousands of years ago. Along the way we learn about the lives of the people who created them and knew their meaning. Visit our website to find...

Take our 2022 Listener Survey! Join me for a conversation with Canna native Isebail Mackinnon whose family has lived on the Isle of Canna for generations. We'll talk about life on Canna, what it takes to live and thrive on a small Scottish island and her favourite places to visit. If you've never heard of Canna before, listen to last week's episode 'Of Stacks and Stones'. Connect with Isebail Mackinnon and the Isle of Canna on Instagram @theisleofcanna Visit our website to find the full...

Take our 2022 Listener Survey! 'Of Stacks and Stones' is a story about an island that looks remote on the map, but it actually a bustling hub on the Scottish west coast - for people and animals alike. But it's also a story about the natural beauty of the Isle of Canna. We make our way to the top of a magnetic hill, across the bridge to Canna's tidal neighbour Sanday and towards the cliffs and sea stacks that are home to a colony of Atlantic puffins. Along the way, we hear about Canna's past,...

Take our 2022 Listener Survey! Join me for a conversation with hiking guide and climbing instructor Kirsty Pallas. We'll talk about her path to becoming a mountain leader, her passion for Argyll's hidden gems and her work with Our Shared Outdoors. To get a sense of our day hike with Kirsty, listen to last week's episode 'Traces'. Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript and links to all the films and platforms mentioned in our conversation. Connect with Kirsty on...

Take our 2022 Listener Survey! 'Traces' is a story about the traces of history you can uncover on the Isle of Kerrera. Traces of Neolithic settlements, medieval conflicts and modern quirks. But it's also a story about the traces, places like Kerrera can leave in your mind. We're joining local mountain guide Kirsty Pallas for a day trip to Kerrera, a walk to the dramatic ruin of Gylen Castle and a yummy meal at the islands famous tea garden. We meet people who call the island their home, and...

Wild for Scotland is coming back this autumn to continue our journey into the stories & people of Scotland. I've spent the summer on the road collecting new stories and having conversations with interesting folks all over Scotland. we’ll be heading to locations that are near and dear to my heart - the mountains of Glencoe, the Isle of Canna, the waters of the Argyll Hope Spot and a few more! Click here to sign up to our email list and get glimpses behind the scenes. Take our Listener...

Mark Williams is a forager and foraging tutor with over 30 years of experience. Originally from the Isle of Arran, he lives in Galloway these days and runs foraging classes and workshops all over Scotland. His website Galloway Wild Foods is one of the leading resources for beginners and experienced foragers alike. To get a sense of my foraging trip with Mark, which also saw us kayaking on the Galloway coast, listen to last week's episode In Tune. Tune into my conversation with Mark in which...

‘In Tune’ is a story about an exceptional kayak expedition on the Galloway coast. The goal? Wild camp and learn about local plants from master forager Mark Williams. We wake up to the most beautiful views, take a refreshing dip in the sea and spend the day paddling from bay to bay. Mark takes us on foraging walks to learn more about Scotland’s plants and wild foods, and we’re heading to the tidal zone at super low tide. Our day ends with a delicious meal enjoying the sunset. Are you ready?...

Calum Maclean is an experienced outdoor swimmer, a talented broadcaster and a native Gaelic speaker. In his work, he often combines all three of these skills, creating videos that combine adventure, entertainment and education to teach others about Gaelic words, water safety or responsible behaviour in the great outdoors. For a taste of what an adventure with Calum might look like, listen to last week's episode 'Uisge'. Listen to my conversation with Calum in which we cover... How he got...

'Uisge' is a story about my journey as an outdoor swimmer. From loving the idea but not the implementation to immersing myself in the ice cold waters of one of Scotland's largest freshwater lochs, let me take you on a scenic drive, a hike and a swim in Perthshire. We spend a morning with Scottish broadcaster and experiences outdoor swimmer Calum Maclean, exploring a lush gorge near Kenmore, learn about water safety and take the plunge in some of the coldest water I've ever felt. And you get...

Katie Murray is one of the researchers leading the Scottish part of the Wonder Seekers project, a new initiative that brings together science and tourism to inspire journeys of discovery. I spoke to Katie in Fort William about her own path to scientific tourism, what inspires her to learn on her travels in Scotland and life in the Highlands. We'll also hear from the scientists who we've met in last week's story 'Never The Same': Siobhan Moran of the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust and Ian...

This episode is sponsored by Wonder Seekers, an initiative that brings together science and tourism to inspire exciting learning adventures that are unique, authentic and sustainable. 'Never The Same' is a story about the ways in which travelling can turn the natural world into a classroom. From holding a piece of rock that is almost as old as the planet to learning the killer whale's darkest secret (hint: it's not what you think), this story is all shining a light on the experts who live on...

Adele Patrick is the co-founder of Glasgow Women's Library, a textile artist and fierce advocate for women's and LGBTQ rights - but as you'll soon also find out, one of the warmest people you could encounter on a trip to the city. Listen to my conversation with Adele in which we cover... What it was like moving to Scotland in the late 1980sHow Glasgow has changed since the early 1990sWhat to expect at the Glasgow Women's Library and how it came to beHer favourite places in the cityand much...

'Flourish' is a story about Glasgow's "City of the Dead". We're joining a group of history detectives from the Glasgow Women's Library for a guided tour at the Necropolis, a Victorian garden cemetery behind Glasgow Cathedral. We'll hear stories of influential women who were buried here and learn about the lives of ordinary women in the city throughout history. Learn how many statues of women you can find in Glasgow, what happened to women accused of being witches, and what Queen Victoria has...

Lisa Williams is the founder of the Edinburgh Caribbean Association, which promotes Caribbean culture in Scotland, and since 2018 has been running Black History Walks Edinburgh. Listen to my conversation with Lisa in which we cover... Moving to Scotland from the Caribbean,The development of the Black History Walks in Edinburgh,Scottish books to add to your reading list,Lisa's favourite place in Edinburgh, and more!Connect with Lisa in Instagram: @caribscot Learn more about the Edinburgh...

'More to it' is a story about links between Scotland and the trans-Atlantic slave trade, but it's also a story about outstanding Black Scottish people and the ways in which Edinburgh locals supported the abolition movement. We're joining a Black history walking tour with Lisa Williams and make our way from the grand streets of Edinburgh's New Town to the cobbled lanes of the medieval Old Town. We'll hear stories about controversial monuments, ethical arguments, family connections and...