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Looping the Glen.
This entry was posted in Scotland, UK and tagged Affric, Alba, Atahualpa Yupanqui, Caledonian, Caledonian forest, David Williams, Deer, Dudley Marjoribanks, Glen, Glen Affric, Highlands, Hiking, Inequality, Isolation, Lake, Land ownership, Loch, Lodge, MacRae, Mountains, Pippa Middleton, Refuge, Ross, Scot pine, Scotland, Snow, Stag, Strawberry cottage, Travel, Trekking, UK, Winter. Bookmark the permalink.
I’ve never been to Scotland, but see that I must get there one day. As you say the views are awwww-some despite the weather, as are your photos.
Alison
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Thanks Alison, hope you get to go there. It’s a great part of the UK and people are fantastic too.
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Thanks Alison! Hope you manage to get there, Scotland is great and the Scots are great as well.
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Really, really, a lovely piece. Nice feeling and environment. Bravo! 🙂
Marco
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Thanks!
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There is always a bit of psyching up to do before heading outside in Scotland. I never got to do a long hike during my time there, but the shorter ones that I did were rewarding.
The photos are magnificent.
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Thanks Julie! In fairness I’d love to have done a multi-day trek in that weather, in that environment…
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I’ve traipsed through lots of mud in my life; it looks like it was worth the effort on your hike. I didn’t expect to see all those snowy mountains. Gorgeous scenery.
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Me neither, in fairness. It was almost Icelandic… just without salty licorice. Thanks for reading Caroline!
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It looks like a great place for an early season hike. I can feel the chilly air in your pictures. So are you hiking on private land or is there a park?
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It was partially private land with free access from the public; it’s surprisingly frequent over in Scotland, although the concentration of ownership is quite bad.
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We have never been to Scotland so it was interesting to see your beautiful photos of the landscape there and to read your well written post. Sounds and looks like a great hike.
Peta
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Hi Peta, it was indeed and I’d like to go out there for more, maybe a multi-day one…. tent and all. Who knows.
Fabrizio
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I needed to be transported to this incredible sky-land today – thank you! Magnificent. Have you seen the documentaries about sculptor Andy Goldsworthy ? I adore his work and the life he has made in country like that. (I think he is in Scotland, in fact.)
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Hi Tricia, thanks for reading. I haven’t seen that documentary, what’s its name?
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The first one was River & Tides – if you don’t know his work, a good one to watch first and because it makes the 2nd one – at least 10 or more years later, even more interesting to watch – you know – time! Leaning into the Wind is more recent. Almost a love letter to the landscape of … pretty sure it’s Scotland – at least pretty far north in UK. I’d say he’s my favorite living sculptor – stunning stuff.
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Great Tricia, will check ‘em out!!
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When my younger self learned about the original name of Scotland (Alba), I immediately thought of my watch back then — an Alba which is a brand owned by the Japanese watch manufacturer, Seiko. Nothing Scottish here. But my true interest in Scotland began when I found out that the language is so different from English, about its raw landscape, and how its people are more keen on remaining in the EU. But I digress. I love those shots of the snow-capped mountains, Fabrizio.
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Thanks Bama. Indeed Scotland makes a point of being different from “the English”… and in a sense they are, especially from the north. I was staggered by the number of “Yes” stickers for IndyRef 2 that were plastered on cars and even boats!
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OMG, Glen Affric. I lost a dear friend late last year, and this was her beloved stomping ground. Long, quiet, isolated, indeed. And you were lucky to find a dry path. The images are breathtaking and have me longing to follow in your footsteps along the trail. I feel blessed to have spent a few moments virtually with you here today—definitely Pinnable and Tweetable.
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Thanks Lisa for reading… Who knew?! I hope it’s been a nice reading and that it brought good memories of your friend, and sorry about your loss.
BTW, not very ‘millennial’ of me to say that… but I have never understood what pinterest is all about!
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For me, Pinterest is a visual scrapbook of my travel dreams, and that is why I added your image to my book! Someday, I am going to Glen Affric. You brought great memories of my friend back to me. Thank you for your supportive words.
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Thanks for the explanatoon Lisa! 🙂 hope you do get there.
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I think there’s an equation somewhere that defines Dramatic = Scottish Highlands. And unexpected too, it’s not the sort of place one expects when thinking UK. Who knew there were snow clad mountains? Lovely pics, and well written as always.
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Indeed, I honestly wasn’t expecting them either, especially as they barely got to 1000 meters. Thanks for reading Dave.
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The story of who owns the land is the same no matter what the country. Loving your shots of Scotland. Wishing you well.
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Thanks a lot BT! Hope you’re doing well too.
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Great post and photos!
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Thanks!!!
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A nice read! Big skies, skudding clouds, a ruggedly beautiful backdrop… there’s not much more I’m wanting. Oh, go on, then- throw some sunshine in 🙂 🙂
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Thanks Jo! Sorry about the sunshine, wished there was some more..
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