Best Highland Hills Podcasts (2024)

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Jack Wawro on the CRMC Classic and Craig Allen on Club Fitting 52:30

2h ago52:30

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Guests this week include Jack Wawro, Director of Golf at Cragun's as we prepare for the CRMC Classic. Additionally Craig Allen of Sea Island Golf Resort talks about club fitting.By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Pine Hoverflies, A Solar Powered Boat and a Stand Up Comedian Farmer 1:22:01

4h ago1:22:01

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We are in East Lothian with Patricia Stephen, founder of Phantassie Organic Produce. They head out to the fields during pumpkin planting and chat about the growth in organic food and farming over recent years. Friday 12th July was the launch of this year’s Big Butterfly Count organised by the charity Butterfly Conservation. Mark met Apithanny Bourn…

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Living in a Housing Cooperative with Owen Shiers 26:47

3d ago26:47

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Rural Wales and rural Scotland face many of the same issues: a lack of affordable housing, limited opportunities for young people and the prospect of rewilding. In this podcast, Helen visits Welsh musician Owen Shiers who lives in a housing cooperative up a long steep track in West Wales. They discuss culture, trees, housing, farming and the nuance…

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Surfing, Swimming and Sauna on the Beach at Cullen 1:18:42

7d ago1:18:42

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This week Out of Doors is live from the village of Cullen in Moray. The village is popular with holiday makers over the summer months but it’s home to a thriving community all year round. Mark went for a wander to hear more about what people are up to. And we’re joined live by David McCubbin from Discover Cullen who tells us about what attracts vis…

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Todd Kolb of Sanford Golf Academy and Glenn Hagberg of Maddens Resort 43:05

8d ago43:05

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Mac is joined by Todd Kolb, Director of Golf at The Sanford Golf Academy as well as Glenn Hagberg, Director of Golf at Madden's Resort.By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Scottie Scheffler bounces back at TPC River Highlands 41:55

10d ago41:55

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Mac and Chris Foley drop in to talk about Scottie Scheffler grabbing another win following the Travelers Championship.By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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A Life in Market Gardening in Scotland with Tricia Stephen 18:14

10d ago18:14

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Rachel Stewart visits Tricia Stephen of Phantassie Organics in East LothianBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Barnsdall Park with Ed Begley, Jr. 57:39

10d ago57:39

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Allan and Ed Begley, Jr (A Mighty Wind, St. Elsewhere) stroll around the park, scope out the Hollyhock House, and discuss Ed’s new memoir To The Temple Of Tranquility… And Step On It! Special guest appearance by historical journalist Hadley Meares, and Allan’s dad John McLeod. Ed Begley, Jr. - https://begleyliving.com/ To The Temple Of Tranquility……

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Swifts, Salt and Shetland Sheep 1:23:05

14d ago1:23:05

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The 29th of June marks the beginning of swift awareness week. Mark meets Cally Fleming of the Huntly Swift Group at the Bennachie Centre to chat about these amazing birds. The beautiful garden at the Pitlochry Festival Theatre celebrates the Scottish plant explorers of the past. In recent years, a major project has been underway to restore the Expl…

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Ceramic Artist Lotte Glob's Sculpture Croft by Loch Eriboll in the North West Highlands 24:04

17d ago24:04

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Mark Stephen visits Lotte Glob and learns about her deep connection to landscape and rockBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Horse Poop Hill with Amy Nicholson 47:48

17d ago47:48

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Allan and Amy Nicholson (Washington Post, Unspooled) hoof it up Horse Poop Hill Trail, ponder squirrel genitals, and discuss movies, walking, and walking movies. Charles Fleming article about Horse Poop Hill Trail - https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2019-09-11/griffith-park-hike-travel-town Secret Stairs by Charles Fleming - https://secretsta…

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PGA professional Savana Nelson from Crosswoods Golf and Mike Shannon one of the top putting instructors in the US. 46:14

21d ago46:14

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Celebrity Goats, Sheep Shearing and Cold War Scotland 1:23:05

21d ago1:23:05

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This week Rachel has been at the Royal Highland Show at Ingliston just outside Edinburgh. One of the first places she headed to when she arrived was the goat tent. She meets some of the keepers as they got their animals ready for judging and met some goats with an Outlander connection. Mark visits the village of Ochiltree in East Ayrshire where the…

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Awakening the Senses, Walking and Writing with Linda Cracknell 31:04

24d ago31:04

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Helen Needham goes for a walk in Aberfeldy with writer Linda Cracknell to discuss the new edition of her book 'Doubling Back'.By BBC Radio Scotland

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Bunker Hill Pedway with Jon Gabrus 44:12

24d ago44:12

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Allan and Jon Gabrus (High & Mighty, 101 Places To Party Before You Die) fly high in Downtown L.A., traverse pedestrian bridges, relax in the Bonaventure Hotel, and discuss walkability & infrastructure. Discover the Bonaventure & the Bunker Hill Pedway! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/CPmV9uRSWMkVANfRA Follow Gabrus on Instagram and Twitter HEAT Shootout…

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Senior Golf Hall of famer Mike McCoy, Jeremy Milsop, sports editor of the Brainerd Dispatch and Jake Miles from Lakes Area Recreation in Merrifield. 41:33

28d ago41:33

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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The Saltire,Sligachan Statue and the Voice of Nan Shepherd 1:26:36

28d ago1:26:36

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Open Seas is a Scottish charity that focusses on protecting our marine environment and the things that live in it. A few weeks ago, Mark joined them in Skye where they were carrying out seabed surveys. While the weather didn’t play ball and they didn’t get out on their planned boat trip, the team did manage to show him the kind of footage they reco…

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ARTIST IN RESIDENCE AT RAHOY HILLS RESERVE 22:16

1M ago22:16

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Rachel Stewart speaks to Artist in Residence Liz Myhill. The landscape and wildlife artist has been creating pieces based on her time at the Rahoy Hills Reserve in the Morven peninsula. It is managed by the Scottish Wildlife Trust and is widely regarded as being a unique and wild place. Her role is to raise awareness of the huge reserve and encoura…

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Brand Park with Colton Dunn 38:10

1M ago38:10

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Allan and Colton Dunn (The Recruit, Superstore) take in the scenery of Glendale’s beautiful Brand Park, discuss it’s historic architecture, and ponder the idea of legacy. Special guest appearance by historical journalist Hadley Meares. Discover Brand Park! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/wJeq3dKTSdQxVgZC8 Colton Dunn on Instagram - https://www.instagram.…

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Phil Anderson GM of Hazeltine Golf Club and Bill Sinclair retired asst superintendent at Torrey Pines. 48:59

1M ago48:59

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Aspen, Osprey and Mulberry Harbours 1:23:40

1M ago1:23:40

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Rachel meets Peter Livingstone who has spent a decade campaigning to save the Aspen tree. Thanks to his hard work, numbers of Aspen in Renfrewshire have grown from single digits to thousands. He shows Rachel his nursery near Bishopton. Andrew O'Donnell is a natural history film maker and musician who records under the moniker of Beluga Lagoon. In t…

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Highland Park with Whitmer Thomas 39:35

1M ago39:35

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Allan and Whitmer Thomas (The Civil Dead, The Golden One) wander the streets of Highland Park (mostly York Blvd), discuss skater culture & community, their Alabama roots, and LA experiences. Discover Highland Park! – https://maps.app.goo.gl/1YLgkm1cyBMaWGEUA A little Highland Park History - https://www.pbssocal.org/shows/departures/highland-park-on…

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Eric Peterson GM of Cragun’s Resort and Tim Johnson Head golf pro at Cragun’s Legacy and head Warriors Boys Golf Coach. 38:19

1M ago38:19

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Majorca and Skye, Singles Walks and Rahoy Nature Reserve 1:26:22

1M ago1:26:22

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Rachel visits the Scottish Wildlife Trust’s Montrose Basin reserve in Angus where a group of nursery children were out exploring the mudflats to see what beasties they could find. She speaks to nursery and reserve staff about the importance of getting young kids involved in nature. Isle Martin is a small island just three miles off the coast of Ull…

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Isle Martin - one of the Summer Isles of Wester Ross 19:03

2M ago19:03

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Mark Stephen visits Isle Martin which forms part of the Summer Isles lying north of Ullapool in Wester Ross. The island is owned by a community trust and one of it's directors, Lesley Strachan shows Mark round the islandBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Hollywood Forever Cemetery with Eva Anderson 32:24

2M ago32:24

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Allan and Eva Anderson (Briarpatch, You’re The Worst) roam the hallowed Hollywood Forever Cemetery, reflect on departed celebrities, and discuss immersive experiences. Special appearance by historical journalist Hadley Meares. Discover Hollywood Forever Cemetery! Hollywood Forever Cemetery The Young And The Dead Documentary https://www.imdb.com/tit…

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Jonathan Buchanan of the Dallas Country Club and Mark Johnson Director of Golf at Breezy Point. 51:05

2M ago51:05

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Flax, Dandelions and Bike Buses 1:23:25

2M ago1:23:25

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Rachel visits Fairhill Rise, an education centre in East Lothian which is part of the Ruskin Mill Trust. The centre provides outdoor learning and activities for those with autism and additional needs. Rachel meets the manager and hears about their work. Ahead of World Otter Day this coming Wednesday, Mark visits International Otter Survival Fund in…

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Chippendale International School of Furniture in East Lothian 19:06

2M ago19:06

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Mark Stephen visits the Chippendale International School of Furniture near Haddington in East Lothian. He meets the principal and students from home and abroad taking part in the courses run by the schoolBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Silverlake Reservoir with Mike Mitchell 39:33

2M ago39:33

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Allan and Mike Mitchell (Doughboys, Twisted Metal) take an evening stroll around Silverlake Reservoir, discuss the benefits of walking on sleep, and encounter a few creatures of the night. LINKS: Discover Silverlake Reservoir! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/iXbeQwJDKJRPvwVJ7 Silverlake Reservoir History - https://www.pbssocal.org/shows/lost-la/how-mulho…

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Justin Kraft Director of instruction at Spring Hill Golf Club in Wayzata and Dan Loken PGA professional at Emily Greens. 45:58

2M ago45:58

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Movement for Mental Health, Therapeutic Gardening and Connecting with the Land 1:24:11

2M ago1:24:11

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In our latest Scotland Outdoors podcast Helen Needham meets regenerative farmer Nikki Yoxall in the hills of Aberdeenshire. Nikki’s cattle are outside all year round, moving from field to field as part of a system called mob grazing. She tells Helen about the benefits it has for the cattle and the land. In the last few years, there’s been an explos…

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Mob Grazing Cattle in the Hills of Aberdeenshire with Nikki Yoxall 26:36

2M ago26:36

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Helen Needham visits Nikki Yoxall and her herd of pasture fed cattle in AberdeenshireBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Bronson Caves with Janet Varney 37:43

2M ago37:43

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Allan and Janet Varney (Legend of Korra, You’re the Worst) explore Bronson Caves and the surrounding canyon trails, discuss plants, and practice walking meditation. LINKS: Discover Bronson Caves! - https://maps.app.goo.gl/3k22Vt1snRMuXKy36 Kula Women's Pee Cloth - https://www.rei.com/product/182956/kula-cloth-reusable-antimicrobial-pee-cloth “All w…

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Kyle Kriewall, strategic Golf accounts manager for Toro and Eric Martin Head Golf Professional at The Pines at Grand View. 47:58

2M ago47:58

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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The River Tweed - Kelso to Berwick Upon Tweed 1:25:04

2M ago1:25:04

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Mark Stephen and Rachel Stewart follow the river Tweed from Kelso to Berwick Upon Tweed. In Kelso, they visit Floor Castle and Gardens in the company of Matt Thomson and Simon McManus. Jonathan Garrett shows Mark round the town's racecourse In Coldstream, John Elliot of the local historical society tells the story of one of the earliest bridges bui…

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Connecting Poetry, Photography and Regenerative Farming with Sophie Gerrard and Iona Lee 20:16

2M ago20:16

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Helen Needham learns about the We Feed the UK projectBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Dave Sadlowski Head Golf Pro at Ruttgers, and Mark Sheftic from Stony Brook in Philadelphia 49:18

2M ago49:18

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Dawn Chorus, Dipping Luggers and Moray Marsupials 1:23:56

2M ago1:23:56

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On Thursday this week campaigners gathered outside the Scottish Parliament to protest the proposed plans for a new powerline between Kintore and Tealing. SSEN Transmission says the upgrade is needed to meet net zero targets, while protestors say they haven’t been properly consulted and the scheme will blight the countryside. Mark went along to spea…

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WILD ISLES - A BEHIND THE SCENES LOOK AT THE MAKING OF THE NATURE SERIES 27:26

2M ago27:26

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Producer Alastair Fothergill has spent decades making nature documentaries around the world, often working closely with Sir David Attenborough. His work includes Blue Planet and Planet Earth. In this podcast, Alastair discusses why he felt the time was right to make a series concentrating on the nature and wildlife that can be found in the British …

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Matt Magers from the MN Golf Assoc and PGA professional Chuck Kletkatsky from the Gravel Pit 43:13

3M ago43:13

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Spring in Montrose, Edinburgh's Grisly Past and Pine Tree Fungus 1:24:04

3M ago1:24:04

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Back in 2020, some of farmer Steve Barron’s cattle fell ill and died. Initially he had no idea what had caused their sudden deaths until lead poisoning was found to be the reason. He tells Mark about what happened and the impact it had on him. Steve’s cattle died so had no chance of entering the food chain, but Food Standards Scotland take incident…

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From the Hills of Assynt to the Karakorum Mountains of Pakistan with Anne Wood 32:12

3M ago32:12

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Helen Needham hears from musician and composer Anne WoodBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Introducing Walkin' About! 2:09

3M ago2:09

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Join Allan McLeod as he moseys through the streets, trails, parks, and public spaces that shape our cities. From tranquil nature hikes and cemetery strolls, to urban exploration and bar crawls, come along with Allan and his funny, famous, and friendly guests as they find their way on foot. Let's get our walk on! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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This week on Lakes Woods and Irons we'll feature short game specialist David Errington from Sea Island Resort and the new General Manager at Whitefish Golf Club Logan Jackson. 52:01

3M ago52:01

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Dreich Spring, Brose and Kayak Fishing 1:24:00

3M ago1:24:00

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American Mink are an invasive non-native species which have become widespread in parts of Scotland after their release from fur farms. Rachel meets Karen Muller from the Scottish Invasive Species Initiative on the River Spey to hear why it’s important to catch the mink. They also scope out a potential site to set a mink trap. In his day job, George…

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Walking the Old Lumphanan Road with the Late Stanley Robertson 39:08

3M ago39:08

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Stanley Robertson was from the Travelling People and in the 1980's he published a book called 'Exodus to Alford' featuring stories associated with a particular road his people used to take each Summer when he was a boy. Former BBC Producer Doreen Wood went there with Stanley in 1988 and recorded an interview with him describing his memories of this…

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Director of Golf at Craguns Jack Wawro and former Augusta caddie and author Tripp Bowden. 46:38

3M ago46:38

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By Hubbard Radio Northern Minnesota

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Plants with Purpose, Pitlochry Paths and a Biomaterial Dress 1:21:43

3M ago1:21:43

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Linda is in Pitlochry where a group of volunteers meet once a fortnight to help maintain the area’s much loved and well used path network. She hears why the group were founded and about the different kinds of work they carry out. Mark is in Dunbar Harbour, marvelling at the kittiwakes and exploring a site that was once home to a fish hatchery. And …