As a hillgoer, you soon become familiar with the usual wildlife suspects and where to stumble across them.

This week is our birthday at Hillgoers! I’d like to send a huge thank you to everyone for your support so far! I’ve had a fantastic time over the last year, meeting many of you, hopefully inspiring outdoor adventures and building your love for our beautiful land.

I was up Bennachie last Saturday running a beginners navigation course. From the excellent visitor centre, there are good walks all over the hill, follow the Gordon Way, then up to Oxen Craig or straight up to Mither Tap

What's your oldest piece of kit? Mine is a trusty mug that I've been using for quite a few years now....since 1983 to be exact!