Scotland Outdoors
Episodes
Birdsong, Badgers and Wooden Tom
28 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with this Saturday's Scotland Outdoors podcast.
Mark, Euan and Laura explore outdoor theatre in the woods, the humble daffodil and the tranquil sounds of a beachscape
21 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Outdoor theatre in the woods, the humble daffodil and the tranquil sounds of a beach
Helen Needham chats to author and photographer Geoff Allan about bothies in Scotland.
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Geoff Allan is author of The Scottish Bothy Bible and Scottish Bothy Walks.
Cairngorm Climate, Glasgow Central Station and Snorkelling
14 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Helen Needham and Mark Stephen with this week's Scotland Outdoors podcast.
Mark and Euan visit the mysterious Goblin Ha', Almondell country park and hear about the not so melodic corncrake
07 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The mysterious Goblin Ha', Almondell country park and the not so melodic corncrake
What's the future of farming? Mark attends the New Entrants to Farming Gathering to find out why it's still an attractive job
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's the future of farming? Mark visits the new entrants to farming annual gathering
Ben Dolphin, Eriskay Ponies, Owls and Leap Day
29 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with this week's Scotland Outdoors podcast.
Mark and Euan meet a reluctant alpaca, take a trip on a trishaw, how to own a woodland and the underground life of a mole
22 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A reluctant alpaca, a trip on a trishaw, how to own a woodland and the life of a mole
Mark and Euan meet Heather Morning of Mountaineering Scotland to find out about her lifelong career in the outdoors
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Heather Morning of Mountaineering Scotland on her lifelong career in the outdoors
Mark and Euan discover the skill of stone masonry, explore the future of ski-ing in the Cairngorms and the beauty of paths
15 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The skill of stone masonry, ski-ing in the Cairngorm and the beauty and benefits of paths
Walking, squirrels and stone
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith with this week's Scotland Outdoors.
Mark takes a spin on an electric bike, Helen discovers mud, glorious mud and the history of The Aberdeenshire Canal
01 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Electric bikes, mud, glorious mud, canals and wetlands
Mark and Euan celebrate the birth of poet Robert Burns with a visit to his farm near Dumfries and his favourite inn
25 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan celebrate the birth of poet Robert Burns with a visit to the Dumfries area
How to get around the country without a car. Mark and Euan find out with the help of listener suggestions
22 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How easy is it to get around without a car. Mark and Euan find out with listener help
A flexitarian approach to our diet, bluebells of any sort and a super speedy fish
18 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A super speedy fish capable of over 40 mph, bluebells of any kind and flexitarian diets
A Plant Themed Podcast
11 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with a podcast looking at trees, berries and much more.
Nature is Good For You - a blast of fresh air for the New Year and why we should all spend more time outdoors.
04 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith with a special New Year podcast.
Wood ants, the fish with the cucumber smell, tailless cats, a disobedient falcon and field full of whooper swans
28 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan look back at some of their animal encounters over the past year
Mark and Euan are joined by storyteller Pauline Cordiner, Euan boards a Santa steam train and Mark visits a Christmas grotto
21 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Story teller Pauline Cordiner joins Mark and Euan for some festive tales around the fire
100 Years of Forestry in Scotland
14 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with a look back at a centenary of forestry in Scotland.
Euan meets up with Gordon Buchanan, Mark builds a hedgehog box and finds out about insects as foodstuffs
07 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Euan meets Gordon Buchanan, Mark builds a hedgehog box and pasta made from crickets
Wanderings, Wild Gardens and Lapwings
30 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark goes for a wander, Helen plants a wild garden and Euan looks for lapwings.
Geese at Daybreak
27 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan spend the morning at Caerlaverock wetland centre with author Steven Rutt.
The Joys of Winter
23 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with a podcast all about winter.
Mark and Euan explore the art of hedgelaying, meet a talkative jackdaw and the most spoilt bees in the country
16 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The art of hedgelaying, a talkative jackdaw and the most spoilt bees in the country
Albino squirrel, update on Cairngorm Mountain and Forest Floor.
09 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith.
Mark and Euan explore the sand dunes of West Sands in St Andrews, a field full of whooper swans and a community fridge
02 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The sand dunes of West Sands, St Andrews, a field full of swans and a community fridge
Cultybraggan Camp Development
26 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan explore the former PoW camp at Cultybraggan which is now community owned.
Alongside Autumn – A Composer’s Walk
23 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Helen Needham catches up with composer Matilda Brown as she walks the length of Scotland.
Euan and Helen explore the sounds of nature, a low carbon future and spiders galore
19 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The sounds of nature, a low carbon future and spiders galore
American National Parks Special
16 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan spend time in the USA learning about the National Park Service.
Electrofishing, Ants and Crocodile Rock
12 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith with a podcast featuring ants, leeches and cranes.
Helen Needham finds out how being outdoors can help women overcome trauma and addiction.
09 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
She spends time on the Venture Trust's Next Steps course in rural Perthshire.
A Bishops' Palace in the Borders, mystery art in Angus and a bridge with an interesting past near Pitlochry
05 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A Bishops' Palace in the Borders, mystery art in Angus and the story of the Garry Bridge
Mark and Euan attend an electric vehicle event at Grampian Transport Museum in Alford.
02 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan are at Grampian Transport Museum in Alford for an electric vehicle event.
Mark and Euan are on the search for tawny owls, visit a wood work studio and discover how to be a wildlife guide
28 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A search for tawny owls, a visit to a wood work studio and how to become a wildlife guide
Mark Stephen visits a the Tswalu Game Reserve in the Kalahari Desert in South Africa.
28 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Comparing and contrasting with the Scottish Sporting Estate model.
Mark Stephen explores the Tswalu game reserve in South Africa
25 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen explores the Tswalu game reserve in South Africa
Mark Stephen visits a the Tswalu Game Reserve in the Kalahari Desert in South Africa.
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
To compare and contrast with the Scottish Sporting Estate model.
Mark takes a boat trip on Loch Katrine, Euan cycles the Isla Way and the species that used to roam the Scottish countryside
14 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A boat trip on Loch Katrine, cycling the Isla Way and the extinct species of Scotland
Life on the canal and a slow railway journey
11 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark spends some time on a narrowboat and Euan takes a trip on The Whisky Line train.
Life on a Highland Estate
07 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan visit Garrogie Estate to find out how it operates.
Mark and Euan discover the regeneration of Aberfoyle, meet a mother and daughter on a home made canoe trip and stylish camping
24 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The regeneration of Aberfoyle, a home made canoe trip and a stylish approach to camping
Kim McAllister takes a personal look at options for rewilding in Scotland including a visit to the Alladale Wilderness Reserve
22 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Discussing wolves, lynx and planting trees.
Snorkelling, satellites, water fountains and dealing with human poo responsibly.
17 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen and Kim McAllister with stories from around Scotland.
Ulva One Year On
14 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark revisits the island of Ulva a year after it was transferred into community ownership
A haven of peace amidst the bustle of the Edinburgh Festival, the cave dwellers of Moray and tales from a Clackmannan graveyard
10 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The cave dwellers of Moray, tales from a graveyard and the sounds of the Flow Country
Hanna Tuulikki- Deer Dancer
07 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Helen Needham visits Deer Dancer. Hanna's exhibition based on the mimesis of deer.
Whales, Deer, Sea Eagles and a Beast
03 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with the latest Scotland Outdoors podcast.
Mark and Euan discover the unique garden of Little Sparta, go on the look out for basking sharks and a cycle track for all
27 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A living artwork garden, on the look out for basking sharks and a cycle track for all
Helen Needham goes seaweeding with Fi Bird on the island of South Uist
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Wading out to the rocks to find edible seaweed.
Mark meets an unruly falcon, finds himself on the edge of some movie action and Helen goes foraging in the Western Isles
20 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
An unruly falcon, foraging in the Western Isles and some James Bond movie action
Helen Needham attends the Backbone Outdoor Festival for All in the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.
17 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
She discovers how spending time in the outdoors can be therapeutic for everyone.
The Isle of Man Part Two
13 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan continue exploring the Isle of Man.
Kayaking round Canna
10 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Out of Doors visit Canna. Recorded in 2012, Mark, Euan and Chris kayak round Canna.
Quinoa, Kayaking and Community Farming
06 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen and Helen Heedham with this week's Scotland Outdoor's podcast.
North Coast 500 Leg Three
03 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan on the last leg of their North Coast 500 journey back to Inverness.
The Isle of Man Part One
29 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan explore the Isle of Man in the first of two specials.
Royal Highland Show 2019
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with a round up of the 179th Royal Highland Show.
Helen Needham goes on a seashore foray with professional forager and writer John Wright.
20 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Finding edible goodies on a beach in East Lothian.
Scapa Flow, sea adventures near Stonehaven and Lyme Disease.
15 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Euan McIlwraith and Helen Needham with this week's digest.
Mark Stephen with a special podcast on the Hawick Common Ridings
12 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
From the annual event in the Scottish Borders.
Mark and Euan visit Loch Garten, a ferry with an historic past, a herd of Longhorn cattle and the tale of a colourful tree
08 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The birds of Loch Garten, the history of Nigg Ferry, Longhorn cattle and a colourful tree
North Coast 500 Leg Two
05 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan continue their journey from Castletown in Caithness.
Trees, Caves and Skinflats
01 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with stories of trees and Wemyss Caves.
Scottish Women's Football
29 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark chats to Scotland's pioneering female footballers who changed the women's game.
Mark sets foot on a new walking route in Fife, Euan's on the Forth and Clyde canal, a new use for hemp and heritage daffodils
25 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A new walking route in Fife, the Forth and Clyde canal reopens and heritage daffodils
A breakfast podcast special cooking up Huevos Rancheros on the fire.
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark, Euan and Helen with a breakfast special looking at all your delicious suggestions.
Planting trees, 21st Century crofting and bluebells.
18 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith with an extended Spring version of the podcast.
Snapshot of Scottish Agriculture
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast Mark and Euan look at a few of the current stories in Scottish farming.
Jellicoe Express, Badgers and the 'Poly Roger'
11 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark hears about the Jellicoe Express and Euan is on a recycled plastic boat.
Beaver in Scotland
08 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Euan McIlwraith looks back at the journey of beaver in Scotland gaining protected status.
Mark and Euan discover a new species of trout, take a trip along the river Tay and some listeners from Nashville drop in past
04 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A new species of trout, a boat trip on the Tay and some listeners from Nashville drop by
North Coast 500 Leg One
01 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan set off on the NC500 route around the North of Scotland.
Mark and Euan encounter goats and pumpkins, discover a neolithic ball and a waterfall in a remote area
27 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Goats, pumpkins, a neolithic discovery and a pioneering mineralogist
Jim Crumley
24 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan in conversation with nature writer, Jim Crumley.
Mark and Euan explore the river Ythan in Aberdeenshire from source to sea taking in castles, wildlife and a spot of canoeing
20 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan explore the river Ythan from source to sea including a canoe journey on it
Ury Riverside Park, Ardeer Peninsula and The Beechgrove Garden
13 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with the Scotland Outdoors podcast.
The Healing Power of Fire
10 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Helen Needham joins a group of recovering addicts on a wild camping trip near Aviemore.
Mark watches the ospreys at the Loch of Lowes, Helen visits a Christmas tree farm and how to avoid disturbing seal colonies
06 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ospreys at the Loch Lowes, Christmas tree planting and how to avoid disturbing seals
Roy Dennis
03 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
From 2015, Euan and Mark speak to naturalist and conservationist, Roy Dennis. Roy discusses his childhood fascination with nature, his career with RSP...
A trip to Galloway
30 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith visit Dumfries and Galloway. They find out the history behind Belted Galloways, the cattle synonomous with the area; ...
Mink, canals, Glencoe and spooky sounds
23 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith with the Scotland Outdoors podcast.
Euan has a wildlife first, Mark tastes birch water plus the fascinating life of the aspen tree and an inspirational farmer
16 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Birch water, an inspirational farmer, aspen trees and a wildlife first for Euan
Doug Allan
13 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark speaks to wildlife cameraman Doug Allan.
Mark and Euan discover a new take on Bags for Life, catch up on osprey news and a fish with a distinctive aroma
09 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A new take on Bags for Life, the history of the lynx and a fish with a distinctive aroma
Wildcats, Spring Show, Woodland, paths and tour guides
02 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith with the Scotland Outdoors podcast.
Beaver, nets, paths, parks,flying sheep, a wine tower and St Drostan
23 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with the Scotland Outdoors podcast.
Myrtle Simpson
20 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Helen meet Myrtle Simpson who in her 80s was awarded the Polar Medal.
Mark and Euan visit a brand new fish market, a rejuvenated country estate and a Scottish rainforest
16 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A Scottish rainforest, a brand new fish market and a rejuvenated country estate
Mark and Euan explore horse logging, ships made of concrete and the practice of bolting on the mountains
09 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Horse logging, concrete ships and bolting on the mountains
Mark and Euan discover Scotland's first railway, a WW1 replica trench in Aberdeen plus highland cows, cranes and orcas
02 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Scotland's first railway, a WW1 replica trench plus highland cows, cranes and orcas
Yoghurt, Moongazing, Apples and Blackenings
26 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark visits a dairy, and goes moongazing, while Euan uncovers a Scottish tradition.
Arthur Anderson
23 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan chat to former Landward producer, Arthur Anderson.
Mark and Euan with a red squirrel success story, an angry bird and a treasure trove of unwanted goods
19 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
An out of sorts capercaillie, red squirrels in Aberdeen and waste busting in Morayshire
Handa,Flying, River Almond, Beavers and Peebles Film Fest
12 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan with stories from across Scotland.
Polly Pullar
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark meets wildlife rehabilitator and journalist Polly Pullar in her native Ardnamurchan.
Out of Doors on Westray
05 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan visit the island of Westray in Orkney, Queen O' the Isles.
Mark and Euan meet up with three mountain rescue team members who recall their experiences on the mountains of Scotland
29 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Euan meet three mountain rescue team members to hear their rescue stories
Out for Christmas 2015
26 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A special festive podcast from the archive, Ben Lomond, huts, poetry and pikes.