Author: Peter Whyte
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West Highland Way – Day 1: Milngavie to Rowardennan
On Monday 29th July 2024, I set off from Edinburgh to walk the West Highland Way, all 96 miles of it, aiming to finish by Friday 2nd August 2024. Most people take 7–8 days to do this one, so 5 days is considered quick, and it means very long hours on the trail every day […]
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Scottish Wild Camping Laws & Access: What You Need to Know
Wild camping in Scotland feels natural, almost like a birthright. It’s not the only reason I camp, but knowing we can roam and sleep freely on our own land is a big part of it. That freedom is something many countries don’t allow (though they should, at least to some degree). Still, freedom comes with […]
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OLPRO Beckford 2-Person Tent: A Practical Field Review
I bought the OLPRO Beckford Lightweight 2-person tent on Amazon for around £130 a few months back. I’ve used it as my main solo-use tent for wild camping recently (around Scotland), and it’s holding up very well. I’ve camped with this tent during stormy rain and wind, no leaks or wet corners, completely dry inside. […]
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How to Defend Against Midges While Hiking
Nothing ruins a perfect Highland evening faster than a swarm of midges. These tiny biting insects are infamous in Scotland (and parts of Canada too). On their own they’re harmless, but in swarms they can turn a campsite into pure misery. Midges thrive in damp, still air, and in Scotland, that can mean almost anywhere. […]
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IBLUELOVER Down-Filled Camp Slippers: Warm Feet, Small Pack Size
I picked up these IBLUELOVER Unisex Soft Down Slippers on Amazon a couple of months back. They’ve been in my pack on every wild camp since, and forever will be. If you’ve ever pulled off wet, heavy boots after a full day on the trail and stepped into something light and warm, you’ll know exactly […]
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OEX Traverse 2.5 Sleeping Mat: Reliable Budget Option
I bought the OEX Traverse 2.5 Sleeping Mat for £18.95 on Amazon. The price varies, sometimes for up to £30, but if you find it near £20, it’s a solid deal. I’ve used this sleeping mat on many wild camps, a lot of it being within 1hr drive around Edinburgh, Scotland. I’ve been using it […]
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Richard Feynman’s Letter to His Wife
(This’ll make real man cry) Chris Williamson reads Richard Feynman‘s love letter out loud on this YouTube Short video. I’ve listened to it a dozen times. Here’s the full letter. October 17, 1946 D’Arline, I adore you, sweetheart. I know how much you like to hear that, but I don’t only write it because you […]
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Oleksandr Usyk on His Ultimate Dream: “This is life. Life is great.”
Oleksandr Usyk is one of the greatest boxers of our time. Olympic gold medallist. Former Undisputed Cruiserweight Champion, now Unified Heavyweight World Champion. Undefeated with 21 wins, 14 by knockout. In the lead-up to his second fight with Daniel Dubois, Usyk was asked what he dreams about. His way of words is just amazing, it […]
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Websites Updates & Traffic Update: Q1 2025
I last made a blog post about my web traffic stats on 4th February 2025, and today I’m continuing with the sharing of my stats. This post is a summary of my web traffic performance for Q1 of 2025. My Work Since Last Update Since my last update, I’ve been very consistent with my content […]
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Northern Lights in Scotland – Twice in One Year
I managed to catch the Northern Lights twice in 2024. Both times were local near Edinburgh where I live, and it was just absolutely stunning. May 2024: Pentland Hills I was camping solo up in the Pentlands. Proper tent setup, quiet spot, facing north with a clear view over the city of Edinburgh. It’s my […]