Skye's Iconic Sites Project 24 Jun, 2021 The name Skye is said to reflect long forgotten Norse associations and to be derived from the word for cloud, but for many the Gaelic reference to the ‘Misty Isle’ is better known. Project update
The Real Wild West 27 May, 2021 We know it as the most westerly spot on our mainland. Rugged yet beautiful, blessed with a range of scenery that can quite simply take the breath away. That’s the essence of the wild and stunning Ardnamurchan peninsula. Project update
Na Fìor Gharbh-chrìochan 27 May, 2021 ’S e an t-àite as fhaide dhan iar air tìr mòr na dùthcha. Tha an t-àite garbh ach àlainn agus tha cruth na tìre cho drùidhteach is gun toireadh e buille mhòr air do chridhe. Sin agad àird fhiadhaich iongantach Àird nam Murchan. Project update
Hermaness – seabird haven with a warm welcome 20 May, 2021 We came across an old newspaper recently, dated 27 September 1955. In it was an announcement that The Nature Conservancy had established two new National Nature Reserve on Shetland – at Hermaness and Noss. Project update
The Coast that Shaped the World 22 Sep, 2020 The Coast that Shaped the World is one of our Natural and Cultural Heritage projects. Project update
Archaeology revealed the Hebridean way 27 Jul, 2020 Seven archaeological sites along the Hebridean Way and are set to feature in digital reconstructions created by the Uist Virtual Archaeology Project. Project update
Wildlife Watch Abernethy 13 Jan, 2020 Back in the 1950s Loch Garten sprang into the national news as the centre of efforts to protect ospreys in Scotland. It was one of this nation’s most successful wildlife stories and today the site remains synonymous with celebrating our natural history. Project update
Statistical news release NatureScot has released the latest figures tracking the proportion of Scottish natural features in favourable or recovering condition. News - 19 May
Chief Executive Recruitment This is an exciting and rare opportunity to lead an organisation that is integral to Scotland’s future. Vacancy - 02 May
£1.6m for Scotland's seabirds The Scottish Marine Environmental Fund (SMEEF) have announced a new fund to help safeguard the future of Scotland's precious seabirds. News - 15 May
Supporting local nature restoration This week we hear about the Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund – a new initiative helping groups to achieve nature restoration projects. Blog - 22 May
Kinloch Castle RESAS Report NatureScot has welcomed the findings of a study that sought the views of Rum residents on the sale of Kinloch Castle. News - 8 May
Nature's bright future The Future Routes Fund was launched for 11-26 year olds in 2018 during Scotland’s Year of Young People by ReRoute, Scotland’s youth biodiversity panel. Blog - 13 May
