Connect Outdoors
What is Connect Outdoors?
Connect Outdoors is an educational hiking programme. We all know the benefits that the outdoors can have on our mental and physical health, but many people find it difficult to get outdoors for a variety of reasons. We want to change this. We want to help people connect with the outdoors, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual identity, physical ability or personal circumstances. We want to show people who are new to the outdoors how they can interact with wild places, responsibly.
Championing inclusion and engagement with wild places in Scotland
Programme Details
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Orientation
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Gear and Maintenance
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Conservation
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Weather and Safety
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Navigation
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Expedition
2025 Impact Report
In 2025, we worked with 44 people from diverse communities across Scotland. We walked a total of 2,913 km and explored wild places from Arthur's Seat to Ben Lawers to the Aberdeenshire coast. 92% of participants completed their Connect Outdoors programme feeling more connected to the outdoors. Read our 2025 Impact Report to find out what exactly we've been up to.
Our Partners
Delivery Partners
Our mission is to champion inclusion and engagement with wild places in Scotland. This is a big mission, and we can't do it alone. We are working with a number of partners, including charities and brands, to help deliver our vision of a Scottish outdoors where everyone feels they belong.
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The John Muir Trust is dedicated to the care of wild places across the UK for the benefit of all. For Connect Outdoors, we will focus on conservation and enjoying the outdoors reponsibly.
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Mhor Outdoor is a social enterprise that organises empowering hikes for a healthier, happier and more equal Scotland.
