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August activities
Following on from July activities in Scotland, August sees the days shortening a little, together with a mixture of hot weather, rainy days and even summer storms. Scotland’s famous heather moors are flowering purple this month. If you enjoy watersports such as kayaking and snorkelling, this second half of the summer is when our coastal seas are approaching their warmest temperatures. Hiking and biking trails should be in good nick, but beware the midges! And birders will find many young bird species on the move now. September can be a good time for even more warm-weather activities.
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Cab9 Edge sunglasses review
The Edge sunglasses from Cab9 are a great buy if you’re looking for a set of well-priced shades with good coverage and polarised lenses.
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Hiking Essentials
Appropriate outdoor skills (as well as the right gear and clothes) are essential for enjoyable hiking and hill walking.
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Birdwatching near Aviemore (Cairngorms)
Birdwatching hotspots near Aviemore and the northern Cairngorms, plus recent sightings from Malcolm O’Reilly.
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UV Sun Protection
Enjoy the sun but avoid UV damage, by wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection and following these sunburn prevention tips.
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Bell Super DH review
Removable chin bar (aka ‘convertible’) MTB helmets provide a lot more options for riding your mountain bike – read on for my Bell Super DH review.
