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Wild for Scotland is an immersive travel podcast with stories from Scotland. Hosted by award-winning travel blogger Kathi Kamleitner (WatchMeSee.com), it's a show for Scotland-lovers around the world. The show enables you to lean back and travel to Scotland. It allows you to connect with the country through stories, indulge in a little bit of escapism, dream up future trips and learn something new. Episodes feature immersive travel stories, practical travel tips, and conversations with locals who are passionate about sharing Scotland with the world.
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In this episode, we speak to Freya Bromley, host of The Tidal Year podcast, Alycia Pirmohamed, a poet shortlisted for the Nan-Sheperd Prize, and Mollie Hughes, world record-holding adventurer extraordinaire, about their latest books. We talk to the three authors about their journeys as writers, how they draw inspiration from water and what we can expect from their books:The Tidal Year by Freya BromleyAnother Way to Split Water by Alycia PirmohamedBlue Scotland by Mollie HughesShop all wa...
Join me for a conversation with Caroline Willis from the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust. We discuss the impact marine tourism has on coastal environments and marine species like whales and dolphins, and what we as visitors can do to minimise our impact.Caroline also tells us about the work the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust has been doing since the 1990s, their various citizen science projects and initiatives to encourage responsible marine tourism in Scotland.Visit our website to find ...
Scotland's Snorkel Trails highlight suitable places to snorkel in search of marine wildlife all along the Scottish coast - and they help us fight against the "extinction of experience".We speak with Elouise Cartner from the Scottish Wildlife Trust about her work on the trails and how snorkelling can contribute to stronger relationships between people and the coast.And we hear from Lyle Boyle from local nature conservation charity The Ecology Centre, who helped picking the sites on the new Sou...
'A Long Time Coming' takes you on a journey along the River Tay, from its source to the sea. We hop inside a canoe to follow the footsteps (or paw strokes?) of beavers who live on this river system - and learn about their troubled past.We talk about beaver reintroduction programmes in Britain, learn interesting facts about beavers and head out to hopefully meet them on the river banks. Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript, tips for a trip to Ardfern and Loch Crai...
'All That Could Be' is an explorative adventure story set in the waters of Loch Craignish. We go snorkelling and paddleboarding to immerse ourselves in the dazzling underwater world of seagrass, meet its inhabitants and form a relationship with an eco-system that normally goes unseen.We speak with Philip Price of Seawilding about the importance of seagrass meadows for our coast and climate, and meet native oysters that have been reintroduced to the loch.Visit our website to find the full show...
'Healing Waters' is a deep-dive into my own personal experiences with swimming, grief and depression. The story takes you first into my mind, and then on a journey to the Isle of Coll I undertook in search of healing.Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript and links to further resources about the topics we cover on the show.This episode contains contextual references of grief, depression and suicidal ideation. I wanted to let you know upfront, so you can take care w...
'Salt of the Earth' is a story about a landscape of extremes. Twice a day, the salt marshes of Scotland get flooded by the incoming tide and the plants that grow here perform their own secret magic trick - surviving and thriving in both fresh and saltwater!Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript, tips for a trip to St Andrews and links to further reading about salt marshes.Thank you to Helena Simmons of the Green Shores salt marsh restoration project at the Universi...
'A Vastness of Space' is a story about my trip to the Flow Country, a region of vast peatlands spanning Caithness and Sutherland. We travel through the area by car, by train, by bike and on foot, and learn about the fascinating ecology of a blanket bog. From its complex system of interlinked peat pools to a variety of birds and insects that call these moorlands their home.We also talk to Milly Revill-Hayward from the RSPB who - along with her colleagues - takes care of the Forsinard Flows Nat...
1Dan the Merman is a professional open-water swim coach who lives and works on the west coast of Scotland. From his home in the Heart of Argyll, he takes locals and visitors out into the open waters of Scotland. In-person and digitally he fosters a community of considerate swimmers who want to immerse themselves not just in the deep, dark cold of the sea, but also in the culture and language of the Gaelic people.Connect with Dan the Merman on Instagram: @swim_danthemerman_argyll Visit our webs...
'A Taste of Freedom' is a story about changing your perspective and seeing the Scottish coastline from a different angle. We're setting sail aboard the Stravaigin, a 44 ft sail yacht owned by John Ormiston. John takes us on a sailing adventure from Oban to the Isle of Mull, Lismore and Kerrera - but there is a lot more to this trip, than spending time on the water...Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript and tips for a sailing holiday in Scotland.This episode is sp...
Wild for Scotland is coming back with a brand-new season diving into the depths of "Uisge - Scottish Waters". Pack your swimsuit, water shoes and drybags, and prepare for a jam-packed season of water-inspired stories and conversations. Our journey will take us from the shallow bays of the rugged west coast to the peat pools of blanket bogs in the northern Highlands.We’ll go sailing, snorkelling and paddleboarding on the sea and in fresh water, and cover topics like the health benefits o...
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 th...
'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 Hope...
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 lin...
'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 tran...
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 beautiful...
'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 the full show notes incl. the trans...
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 @theisleofcannaVisit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript and lin...
'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, present and future.Visit our we...
Wild for Scotland is coming back for its third season and the first new episode will be out next week.I’m back on the road and will combine my passion for storytelling with the best thing about travelling - meeting new people.Inspired by Scotland’s Year of Stories, this season is called “People of Scotland”. I will be meeting with folks all over the country, and write immersive stories about the time we spend together, but also interview them to hear their stories in their own words.This...
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