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Relaxation and recreation

It's easier than you might think to get out and enjoy the great outdoors. There are many opportunities for free taster sessions or local groups to help get you started.

Tourists walking on a track across the machair, South Uist, Western Isles Area. ©Lorne Gill/SNH. For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.org.uk

Walking

Walking is a great way to relax, recharge your batteries and improve your health. Find out more about routes and groups.

Cyclists on the Loch Leven Heritage Trail, Loch Leven NNR, Tayside and Clackmannanshire area. ©Lorne Gill/SNH. For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.org.uk

Cycling

Stay on road and explore quiet roads. Or get off road and into the hills and try out one of Scotland's most rapidly expanding sports.

Horse-riding near Moneydie, Tayside. ©Lorne Gill/SNH. For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.org.uk

Riding

Explore country lanes or gallop across the beach. Riding is a great way to see Scotland and get some exercise.

Dinghy sailing in the Firth of Clyde. Strathclyde and Ayrshire Area. ©Lorne Gill/SNH. For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.org.uk

Water sports

Canoe down a river, dinghy sail across the loch, explore islands by sea kayak or sail round Scotland in a yacht.

Camper at Loch Tummel, Tayside and Clackmanannshire Area. ©Lorne Gill/SNH. For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.org.uk

Camping

Find company at the campsite or take to the hills. There are lots of opportunities for wild camping across Scotland.

Enjoying a day on the coast at Kilmory, Isle of Arran, Strathclyde and Ayrshire Area. ©Lorne Gill/SNH. For information on reproduction rights contact the Scottish Natural Heritage Image Library on Tel. 01738 444177 or www.snh.org.uk

Fun for kids

Go wild with your child! Get outdoors and enjoy the space and freedom of our coasts and countryside.