John Muir Trust’s new visitor management report lays bare tourism dilemma for rural communities, as Highlands prepares for summer influx. Scotland’s scenery is one of our most valuable assets and…
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Dive in to the new Berwickshire snorkel trail
Monday, July 22nd, 2019A new snorkel trail featuring some of Berwickshire’s most beautiful bays and beaches will be launched in Eyemouth on Thursday 25 July during the annual Herring Queen Festival. The self-led…
Visitors to seabird colonies urged to check for stowaways
Friday, May 17th, 2019Daytrippers travelling to seabird colonies are being urged to check their bags for rats, mink and stoats over fears they may be inadvertently importing deadly predators. The National Trust and…
Public urged to respect marine wildlife
Wednesday, May 15th, 2019Calls have been made for people to show more respect to marine wildlife in and around the Moray Firth, despite the number of incidents of disturbances to cetaceans decreasing in…
Learning Exchange Part 2: Visiting the VMR
Friday, November 23rd, 2018
By Annabel Lawrence, Caolas In early November 2018, Coastal Communities Network members Community Association of Lochs and Sounds (CAOLAS) – a community group based around Loch Sunart and the Sound...
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Learning Exchange Part 1: CAOLAS visit Berwickshire
Thursday, November 22nd, 2018
By Mario Ray, Marine Reserve Coordinator, VMR In early November 2018, Coastal Communities Network members Community Association of Lochs and Sounds (CAOLAS) - a community group based around Loch Sunart...
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Conservationists urge licensing for marine wildlife tours
Monday, July 2nd, 2018
Boat-based wildlife tour companies should be licensed and regulations put in place to protect marine animals and seabirds, according to conservationists. The call comes following a massive rise in the...
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Scottish Land Fund boost for Shetland
Thursday, May 31st, 2018
A Shetland community group planning to bring new employment, business start-up and tourism opportunities to its local area have received an award of £113,900 from the Scottish Land Fund. North...
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Trail to Promote Scotland as Top Whale-Watching Destination
Friday, May 18th, 2018
Individuals, communities and businesses are being asked to contribute ideas for top sites for spotting whales, dolphins and porpoises from land on Scotland’s west coast, to help create a Hebridean...
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New fund to protect heritage assets in Highlands and Islands
Monday, May 14th, 2018
A fund to promote natural and cultural assets in the Highlands and Islands is to be set up. Scottish Natural Heritage has been invited to establish a challenge fund based...
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