003 Wild Camping

Episode 003 Wild Camping Wild Camping in a motorhome in Scotland.  I'm exploring why the audio on this episode seems so fast?  I'm still a newbie to podcasting.  Maybe I'm relaxing into the way we Scots talk but even to me it sounds too quick.  If I come up with an answer and I can fix, I will.  if not I'll just have to slow down.  What a change from Episode 001. Welcome to Episode 003 of Passing Places.   Wild camping broadly defined as staying overnight somewhere without electrical hookup or other other facilities you would normally enjoy on a dedicated camp site.  In this episode I explore wild camping in Scotland and suggest some good points of reference regarding the freedom to roam, the outdoor access code and local by laws in place in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.  I also include details of the scheme running on Tiree and also a great offer from Sango Sands Campsite in Durness on the north coast. Remember I'm not a lawyer, I'm just passing on some of my own views and information that I currently have.  Please do some personal research and get in touch with the site if you can add to the debate or if you have additional advice to offer listeners.  Finally remember the situation can change in local areas so always check before you travel. Freedom to Roam Land Reform Act 2003 Start here and carry out your own research on the do's and don't s of wild camping in Scotland. Scottish Natural Heritage Another good reference site which covers most of the topics relating to access and enjoying the great outdoors. Outdoor Access Code A must visit site.  Read and retain a copy or summary of the Outdoor Access Code and you won't go far wrong. Isle of Tiree Visit the site for details of the scheme currently in place to facilitate motorhome and campervan access and holidaying on the island. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Check out the web site for all the information you need on what the national park has to off the visitor.  You will also find detailed information on camping and the by laws that apply. Sango Sands Camp Site Durness Check the Sango Sands web site.  Its a lovely location on the north coast and they will be happy to let you use the camp site during the winter months when it is normally closed.  You will have access to the toilet block and cold running water only. No showers.  If you need electric hook up phone them in advance and I'm sure they will arrange this for a small fee. Kevin :)