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Industry-related news from Wild Scotland.
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Omicron Business Support Fund 23rd March 2022
VisitScotland is opening a new fund to support businesses within the six sectors which were most affected by Omicron but were not eligible to receive any previous COVID-19 funding in 2021.
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Scottish Thistle Awards are back!
The very best of Scotland’s tourism and events industry will be celebrated as nominations / entries open for the 2022/23 Scottish Thistle Awards.
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Countryside Ranger Funding No More Than “Sticking Plaster”, Says Land Access Charity
Countryside Ranger Funding No More Than “Sticking Plaster”, Says Land Access Charity
Scottish Government Ministers have allocated up to £1.5 million for a third instalment of the Better Places Fund for seasonal posts.
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RSPB Nature of Scotland Awards 2022
RSPB Scotland is excited to announce entries are now open for the Nature of Scotland Awards.
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Scotland is Calling Campaign Launch
VisitScotland have launched phase two of their £8.5 million global marketing campaign – Scotland is Calling.
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Partnership to protect whales raises over £2K
Partnership to protect whales raises over £2K
Hebridean Adventures have raised a staggering £2,244 to protect Scottish whales and dolphins.
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2022 Top 100 Women in Tourism
The search for the 2022 Top 100 Women In Tourism is on.
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South of Scotland golden eagle population reaches new heights thanks to novel research technique
The pioneering South of Scotland Golden Eagle Project has become the first in the UK to successfully translocate free-flying young golden eagles (aged between 6 months and 3 years) to boost a low population of this iconic bird.
The total number of golden eagles in the south of Scotland is now around 33 – the highest number recorded in the area since the early nineteenth century.
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SCOTLAND : The Big Picture - RIVERWOODS
SCOTLAND: The Big Picture are launching their new film Riverwoods in Aviemore next month exploring the connection between salmon and forest ecosystems.
River restoration couldn’t be more important and this film offers an interesting perspective.
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The WiSe Scheme - Courses 2022
The WISE Scheme - Courses 2022
The uk national training scheme for minimising disturbance to marine wildlife for marine and adventure operators
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In Your Element to open Fort William branch
In Your Element is very excited to announce the opening of a new activity base in Fort William, the UK’s Outdoor Capital.
By opening a new base in Fort William they will be able to offer a much wider range of activities for visitors than was previously possible.
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Explore Your Boundaries
A new documentary by Mark Beaumont and Markus Stitz about gravel routes following the council boundaries of Clackmannanshire, East Lothian, Falkirk and Glasgow
‘Explore Your Boundaries’ was inspired by the desire to create adventures close to home, a way of seeing the familiar in unfamiliar ways.
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Scottish Government Update (COVID-19) - 22 02 22
The First Minister delivered a statement to parliament on Tuesday 22nd February 2022 which confirmed the details of the updated Strategic Framework to manage COVID-19.
An indicative timescale was set out for remaining legal protections to be lifted.
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Funded Outdoor Activity Leader training course in March
21.02.2022
Includes paddlesport, archery, bushcraft, first aid and team buidling
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Tourism and Hospitality Development Programme
New Leadership and Performance Modules - APPLICATION OPEN UNTIL 28TH FEB 22
Tourism and Hospitality Development Programme - New Leadership and Performance Modules - APPLICATION OPEN UNTIL 28TH FEB 22
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Award-winning Scottish cruise company prepares for a busy 2022 season under new ownership
David Lambie, a professional ecologist, and owner of two popular Scottish-based wildlife tour businesses, has purchased the successful Northern Light Cruising Company from its long-term owner of 27 years, Mark Henrys.
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New forest safety warning
ahead of storms later this week...
Forestry and Land Scotland issue new forest safety warning ahead of storms later this week.
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Outdoor education - Further £2 million to support recovery
Outdoor education centres facing financial challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic can apply this month to a new £2 million fund.
Outdoor education - Further £2 million to support recovery
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Webinar focusing on Scotland's Outdoor Experiences and how to work with the travel trade
Wild Scotland and Sail Scotland, in partnership with VisitScotland, are delighted to invite you to take part in our virtual session on working with the travel trade and digital basics on Thursday 10 February 2022 at 2 pm - 3: 30 pm
Webinar focusing on Scotland's Outdoor Experiences and how to work with the travel trade
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Marine, Adventure and Wildlife Tourism Business Survey 2022
The Marine, Adventure and Wildlife tourism strategy, led by Wild Scotland and Sail Scotland will aim to set out a clear, collective and compelling vision, which will focus on long term outcomes to drive Scotland forward as a leading global outdoors tourism destination for sustainable, and environmentally focused marine, adventure and wildlife activities and experiences.
Marine, Adventure and Wildlife Tourism Business Survey 2022
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Fully Funded Mental Health & Wellbeing Courses for Hospitality and Tourism
It has been the most difficult 24 months the industry has ever faced, and there has never been a more important time for the industry to invest in its most valuable asset, its people.
Hospitality Health in collaboration with HIT Scotland are delighted to be able to offer a selection of fully funded mental health and wellbeing training courses
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NEW AVALANCHE E-LEARNING LAUNCHED TO IMPROVE MOUNTAIN SAFETY
NEW AVALANCHE E-LEARNING LAUNCHED TO IMPROVE MOUNTAIN SAFETY
A new online avalanche awareness training initiative has been launched by The Snow and Avalanche Foundation of Scotland (SAFOS), with development support from member organisations Mountain Training Scotland and Glenmore Lodge.
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DigitalBoost Webinars are back!
19.01.2022
In partnership with the DigitalBoost team, VisitScotland has created a brand-new webinar programme of digital support.
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Year of Stories 2022 - Community Stories Fund
Year of Stories 2022 - Community Stories Fund
Organisations and groups working with communities can apply for up to £5000 to take part in and celebrate Scotland’s Year of Stories 2022
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