Blue Scotland

Scotland is famed for its rugged coastlines, pristine beaches, endless rivers and deep lochs. The whole country is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts from all over the world.In this unique guide, adventurer Mollie Hughes introduces many of her favourite places to paddleboard, kayak, swim and surf. Mixing world-class surfing breaks with kayaking adventures on the west coast, and urban paddleboarding along the Clyde with invigorating swims in the lochs of the Cairngorms, the book shows us how to access and enjoy these varied blue spaces.Mollie includes her own personal experiences and tips, enabling wild watersports fans of all levels to make the most of the amazing opportunities Scotland has to offer.

About the author

Mollie Hughes is a world record-breaking adventurer, mountaineer, polar explorer and international motivational speaker. In 2017 she broke the world record for becoming the youngest woman to climb both sides of Mount Everest and in 2020 became the youngest woman to ski solo to the South Pole. In December 2020 she was the first woman to become president of Scouts Scotland.
Rachel Keenan is a freelance outdoor adventure photographer from Glasgow, Scotland. Rachel works closely with a number of key Scottish brands such as Caledonian MacBrayne, Scotrail, Tiso and GoApe.

Product details

• Authors: Mollie Hughes
• Assisted by: Rachel Keenan (Photographs)
• Publisher: BIRLINN LIMITED
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.11.2022
• EAN: 9781780277448
• ISBN: 978-1-78027-744-8
• No. of pages: 224
• Dimensions: 197 mm x 253 mm x 15 mm
• Subjects: Guides > Sport > Water sport, sailing; Travel > Travelogues, traveller's tales; TRAVEL / General, TRAVEL / Essays & Travelogues, Scotland, Travel & holiday guides, TRAVEL / Reference, Surfing, windsurfing, water skiing, Canoeing & kayaking, Swimming & diving, SPORTS & RECREATION / Water Sports / Kayaking, Swimming and diving, SPORTS & RECREATION / Water Sports / Canoeing, Travel guides: beaches and coastal areas / islands, Canoeing, kayaking and other paddle sports, Travel guides: activity holidays / active holidays