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SUMMARY:Trees and their Travels
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the team working to redevelop Grant Lodge\, this walk explores the fascinating history\, myths and hidden stories connected to the trees of around Grant Lodge and Cooper Park. \nWe’ll begin with an introduction from Helen Avenell\, before setting off with Kath Todd on a gentle summer evening wander along the banks of the River Lossie. Helen Avenell is a local heritage progressional leading the National Lottery Heritage funded activity plan associated with the redevelopment of the building. \nHumanity has long held a deep connection with the living world\, and many trees carry tales of magic\, travel\, folklore and mystery. Along the way\, you’ll discover rare and unusual species gathered from across the globe\, alongside familiar trees that hold secrets of their own. \nJoin us to hear intriguing stories of the remarkable journeys these trees have taken to reach our doorstep.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/trees-and-their-travels-26/
LOCATION:Grant Lodge\, Grant Lodge\, Lodge Lane\, Elgin\, Moray\, IV30 1HS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Evening Event,Nature,Urban,Walk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T130000
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SUMMARY:Are We Being Good Ancestors? – A Reflective Walk Through Time
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the team working to redevelop Grant Lodge\, artist Jenny Fraser Harris will lead for a thought-provoking walk through Elgin\, exploring how our past and present shape the future. \nStarting at the Elgin  Plainstones\, we’ll step back in time to uncover Elgin’s historic ‘forum’ before journeying through Cooper Park\, Grant Lodge\, the Cathedral\, and beyond. Along the way\, we’ll pause to personally and collectively reflect\, question\, and reimagine our role as ancestors of the future. \nAt Grant Lodge Helen Avenell\, a local  heritage progressional leading the National Lottery Heritage funded activity plan associated with the redevelopment of the building will give an introduction to the development works. \nThe walk was inspired by an AIM (Arts in Moray) artist residency programme with the Moray Way. The Moray Way Association collaborated with local artists to reimagine The Pilgrimages in Moray – A Guide to the County\, a 1924 pocket guidebook featuring descriptions of walks across Moray. \nJenny’s walk drew inspiration from the ‘forum’ of Elgin\, as referenced in The Pilgrimages of Moray\, and was rooted in the idea of exchange and influence—both in the past and present. This sparked a reflection on cultural practices and led to the central question: Are we being good ancestors? \nAbout Jenny: \nJenny Fraser Harris is an interdisciplinary artist whose work is rooted in cultural ecology. \n“I explore themes of resilience\, both human and environmental\, through abstract painting\, material experimentation\, and reflective dialogue. My practice seeks to \nstretch time and consider the long-term\, whilst examining the intricate relationships between people and land. Through layers of paint and material\, I uncover the interconnected\, often-overlooked stories that shape our present and influence the world around us. I develop an integrate materials and pigments sourced from ‘waste’ and bio-substances\, using them to contrast and amplify these narratives. \nCritical reflection and open dialogue are integral to my process. My intention is to transform our understanding of time\, place\, and the choices we have in the present. Through highlighting the voices of future generations\, I hope to foster a deeper awareness of our interconnection with nature and our collective responsibility for the future.” \n  \nAIM (Arts In Moray) \nSince June 2021\, the Moray Way Association has been part of the Arts In Moray (AIM) Collective\, which initially received funding from Creative Scotland’s Culture Collective programme. This national pilot programme aimed to establish a network of creative practitioners\, organisations\, and communities working together to make a positive difference locally and nationally in response to COVID-19. \nThe AIM collective\, which includes Dance North Scotland\, Moray Arts Development Engagement (M:ADE)\, Wildbird\, and the Moray Way Association\, has employed new and radical approaches to engaging a network of creative practitioners and communities within Moray through residency programmes that have supported artists from 2021 to 2025. \nThe Moray Way AIM III project also featured the work of Hayley Anderson\, Kate Cameron Reid\, Stuart Mc Adam\, and Alex Williamson.  Each artist was asked to reimagine The Pilgrimages in Moray – A Guide to the County\, a 1924 pocket guidebook featuring descriptions of walks across Moray. Discovered by the MWA Chair at Moray Waste Busters\, this historic book was originally created to inspire both locals and visitors to explore the rich heritage of Moray. However\, the author lamented the absence of illustrations\, maps\, and reference notes—elements that could have brought the book to life for a wider audience. \nEach artist collaborated with a member of the Moray Way Association\, walking the routes together. The artists then went on to refine or reimagine the routes\, bringing them to life through their perspectives. Using creative and innovative approaches\, they created contemporary interpretations of the walks that engaged new audiences while celebrating the stories of Moray. \n 
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/are-we-being-good-ancestors-a-reflective-walk-through-time-2/
LOCATION:Plainstones beside the Dandelion\, 159-141 High St\, Elgin\, IV30 1DS
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Multi Activity,Urban,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Moray Way Association":MAILTO:info@morayways.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T163000
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SUMMARY:Altyre Ecological Walk
DESCRIPTION:A circular walk meeting at the old Dallas Dhu distillery\, heading along the Dava way then back through the ancient and fascinating Altyre estate. We will look at and discuss different habitats and their ecological features as we explore the extremely varied scenery along this gentle walk. From plantation forest to native woodland\, open farmland to wetland wilderness\, we will cover a wide range of landscapes in this medium-length walk. We will also look at some of the fascinating historical features of the ancient Altyre estate.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/altyre-ecological-walk-26/
LOCATION:Dallas Dhu Distillery\, Mannachie Road\, Forres\, Moray\, IV36 2RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Family Friendly,Forest,Heritage,Nature,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ruaraidh Milne":MAILTO:ruaraidh@N4H.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T170000
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SUMMARY:Quarry Wood: a Victorian mystery 100-million-years in the making
DESCRIPTION:The walk will take in several disused sandstone quarries\, including Cutties Hillock Quarry where\, 150 years ago\, the fossil remains of reptiles were found only a few feet above fossil fish scales. Are these layers of sedimentary rock the same age? This question interested many Victorian geologists and drew scientists from all over Britain to Quarry Wood. A clue is found in Rosebrae Quarry where a break in the geological record can be examined: a 100-million-year geological time gap represented by a cranny allowing your finger to span 100 million years! \nNear Cutties Hillock Quarry\, we can also see evidence from the last ice-age where grooves in small exposures of rocks were created by ice sheets that once covered Moray (glacial striae to those who remember their school geography lessons!). \nFrom the meeting point at Leggat Quarry car park\, we’ll walk to Rosebrae and Cutties Hillock Quarries. This is a circular walk of about 3km\, including a gentle 0.5km uphill stretch on good paths to almost the top of Quarry Wood.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/quarry-wood-a-victorian-mystery-100-million-years-in-the-making-26/
LOCATION:Leggat Quarry Car Park\, Quarry Wood\, Elgin\, IV30 8XT
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Evening Event,Family Friendly,Forest,Heritage,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elgin Museum (The Moray Society)":MAILTO:curator@elginmuseum.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T200000
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SUMMARY:Lossiemouth - Covesea: An Old Road\, A New Hope
DESCRIPTION:Laich of Moray Active Travel Routes aims to complete the 2007 vision to connect the coastal communities of Burghead\, Cummingston\, Hopeman\, Duffus\, Covesea and Lossiemouth with a safe and accessible walking\, wheeling and cycling route.\n\nThere’s an old road alignment between Royal Air Force Lossiemouth and Moray Golf Club which\, if upgraded\, would form a perfect part of this route. It would offer a path remote from the busy B9040 with minimal impact on the golf course.\n\nJoin us for a stroll along this route\, uncovering historical structures and discussing the possibilities of progress.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/lossiemouth-covesea-an-old-road-a-new-hope/
LOCATION:Muirton Road Car Parl\, Muirton Road\, Lossiemouth\, Moray\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +,Evening Event,Heritage,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laich of Moray Active Travel Routes":MAILTO:info@lomatr.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T082500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T172004Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T172004Z
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SUMMARY:Journey to the Centre of Findhorn Bay
DESCRIPTION:Robert the Bruce granted Kinloss Abbey the fishing rights of Findhorn Bay. Tidal fish traps (yairs) were set up in the Bay by the monks. Remnants of these will be seen. \nIn addition\, the opportunity will be taken to see other industrial archaeological items\, namely a Zulu fishing boat wreck from the late 19th century and the remains of Drem navigation lights from the Second World War. \nAll these remains are only revealed at very low tides. The low tide selected is the most suitable one during the MWOF\, when Low Water is at about 10:20 hrs.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/journey-to-the-centre-of-findhorn-bay/
LOCATION:Findhorn Bay Bird Hide\, Findhorn\, Findhorn Bay Local Nature Reserve\, Moray\, IV36 3TD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kinloss Abbey Trust":MAILTO:timothyfinnegan@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T141500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T161500
DTSTAMP:20260318T231753Z
CREATED:20260318T231419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T231753Z
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SUMMARY:St Colm\, Covenanters and Confessions
DESCRIPTION:A stroll around historic Auldearn: Rather than following a time-line\, we’ll dip in and out of various events from the long history of the village\, once briefly of higher status than neighbour Nairn; also link back wherever possible to Clan Brodie. \nScottish kings\, a Royal castle and rebellion; a key battle of the religious civil war between Covenanters and Royalists\, and its aftermath; the coming of St Colm (St Colomba) and Christianity to Northern Pictland; and the confessions of Isobel Gowdie\, that provide one of the most comprehensive insights into European witchcraft. \n‘Auld (old) Eren’ has many gripping tales to tell. \n  \nBrodie Castle and Estate is part of the National Trust for Scotland. The Boath Doocot at Auldearn is also part of their collection of over 100 places across Scotland which the Trust takes care of to protect and preserve for future generations. \nBrodie Castle and Estate volunteers: walk ‘producer’\, Gordon Scott\, and experienced guide\, Gareth Nicholas\nBrodie Castle and Estate staff will also be in attendance.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/st-colm-covenanters-and-confessions-26/
LOCATION:NTS Car Park – Auldearn\, Boath Hill\, Auldearn\, Moray\, IV12 5TD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Heritage,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brodie Castle and Estate NTS":MAILTO:lleil@nts.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T231639Z
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SUMMARY:Lossiemouth Harbours Past to Present
DESCRIPTION:Starting at the mural wall at the northern end of Lossiemouth\, join us for a relaxed and informative evening walk exploring the town’s rich maritime history.\n\n  \nDuring the walk\, we’ll visit the promenade—once the site of Lossiemouth’s original 14th-century harbour and the old railway station. From there\, we’ll continue around the “new” harbour\, constructed in the 19th century\, making our way to the light beacon. The route then leads back along the harbour\, passing the museum\, the harbour office (beside the old fish sheds)\, and the former lighthouse station.\n\nAlong the way\, you’ll hear fascinating stories about:\n\n• Lossiemouth’s first natural harbour\n\n • The development and expansion of the new harbour\n\n • The town’s fishing industry\n\n  \nThe walk will include regular stops\, with photos to bring the past to life. At the end of the walk\, there will be an optional opportunity to visit the Lossiemouth Fisheries & Community Museum\, run by dedicated volunteers\, which will be exclusively opened for us until 20:30 that night:\n\n  \n  https://www.lossiemuseum.co.uk/home\n\n  \nThis is an easy\, leisurely walk suitable for all\, with limited places available. If you’d like to discover more about Lossie’s harbour heritage\, be sure to book your spot!\n\nMore tickets released!
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/lossiemouth-harbours-past-to-present/
LOCATION:Lossiemouth Mural Wall\, Clifton Road\, Lossiemouth\, Moray\, IV31\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +,Evening Event,Family Friendly,Heritage,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lossiemouth Heriage Association":MAILTO:lossiemouthheritageassociation@hotmail.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T093248Z
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SUMMARY:A Rafford Ramble
DESCRIPTION:Bring a snack & your binoculars as we will take a break mid-way round the walk to enjoy stunning views across the Moray Firth . \nStarting & ending in Rafford\, the outbound route is uphill\, a long but gradual incline along farm tracks & grass footpaths\, until we reach the viewpoint at Califer. Then it’s all downhill back to Rafford along a quiet minor road. \nWant to come along for free but not a MWA Member? Well\, it is easy & free to join -click here >  Become a Member.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/a-rafford-ramble/
LOCATION:Rafford Parish Church\, Moray\, IV36 2WH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Forest,Heritage,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260615T124500
DTSTAMP:20260613T074454Z
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SUMMARY:Garmouth & Kingston: a brief history walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Rob Wallen\, writer of Garmouth & Kingston: a brief history\, for a special guided walk of the area. Rob will take you through Kingston and Garmouth and show you the highlights and history of the area\, including the incredible shipbuilding and shipping industry which took place there\, and now barely any evidence of.  There will also be an explanation of the topography of this coastal landscape and spectacular views over the Moray Firth.  Refreshments and toilets will be available from 11 am\, before the walk\, and at the end of the event\, at the Community Hub\, which also has a small exhibition on local history. \nProceeds of this event will go to the Garmouth & Kingston Community Hub. \n 
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/garmouth-kingston-a-brief-history-walk-26/
LOCATION:Garmouth & Kingston Community Hub\, Macleans Buildings\, High St\, Garmouth\, Moray\, IV32 7NQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +,Evening Event,Heritage,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T191938Z
CREATED:20260409T191654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T191938Z
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SUMMARY:Explore the Dava Moor from Jesus Saves Stone
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Dava Moor on this walk from the Jesus Saves stone\, following estate tracks to former hill farms dotted across the moor. John will recount tales of past lives on the moor\, the folklore\, placenames and the landscape. \nPart of the route will retrace that which John took Cameron McNeish on in an episode of Roads Less Travelled for the BBC Scotland’s Adventure Show. \nJohn Halliday is a local Scottish Tourist Guides Association Green Badge guide for the Northern Highlands. Local to Grantown\, his family have lived in the area for centuries. He regularly leads walks in and around Grantown and has written three books on Strathspey placenames\, myths and legends.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/explore-the-dava-moor-26/
LOCATION:The Jesus Saves Stone\, A939 south of Dava\, Moray\, PH26 3PU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Family Friendly,Heritage,Hill,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Strathspey Tours":MAILTO:christopherjohnhalliday@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T130000
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SUMMARY:Glenbeg : Grantown’s Hidden Gem
DESCRIPTION:Glenbeg or the small glen is located near Grantown-on-Spey. A mixture of farmland and grouse moor\, the glen has a rich history since the Bronze Age and more recently with clan Grant. Join John on his guided walk over a circular route following a tarred road and farm tracks\, listening to past events\, interpreting the landscape and with great views to the Cromdale Hills and Cairngorms. \n  \nJohn Halliday is a local Scottish Tourist Guides Association Green Badge guide for the Northern Highlands. Local to Grantown\, his family have lived in the area for centuries. He regularly leads walks in and around Grantown and has written three books on Strathspey placenames\, myths and legends.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/glenbeg-grantowns-hidden-gem-26/
LOCATION:Glenbeg Road\, Glenbeg Road\, PH26 3EE
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Family Friendly,Heritage,Hill,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260401T132946Z
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SUMMARY:From the Woods to the Sea - Guided Forest Bathing Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Forest Bathing is a beautiful\, simple\, evidence-based practice\, also known as the Japanese practice of Shinrin Yoku\, that incorporates elements of mindfulness. \nYou will be guided on a gentle walk to help you slow down\, relax and connect to yourself and your surroundings. I offer simple sensory invitations and foraged tea and snacks at the end. We’ll be exploring the gorgeous Hinterland woodland near Findhorn\, making our way to the dunes\, and finishing at the glorious sea. \nBy the end\, my hope is you’ll be refreshed and relaxed after immersing in the restorative power of the natural world. You’ll take away nature-based practices that you can incorporate into your own outside time. A perfect way to recharge your weekend and prepare for the week and month ahead. \nOn this guided walk the aim is to: \n*Enjoy nature-based invitations to help bring the senses alive\n*Have dedicated\, protected time to connect with nature deeply\n*Allow space to slow down and be more present\n*Learn gentle practices to enhance your own connection to nature\n*Relax\, rest\, restore\, re-connect to yourself and the world around you\n*Be quiet with like-minded people sharing a common purpose \nForest Bathing has been proven to: \n-reduce stress\, depression\, anxiety and anger\, improving overall mood\n-reduce fatigue\n-improve sleep quality\n-improve focus\, concentration & memory\n-improve energy levels\n-reduce blood pressure and lower heart rate\n-increase NK cells\, that are key to supporting our immune systems and thus health\n-improve creative problem-solving\n-improve recovery from illness \n  \nTestimonials: \nFR – “It was so nourishing to connect with nature in this deep way. It’s so much easier in a group with an excellent guide\, though I also feel inspired to do more forest bathing myself. I’d highly recommend it to others.” \n  \nDB – ” I very rarely feel relaxed or peaceful but had an amazing experience\, thank you Danielle!”
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/from-the-woods-to-the-sea-guided-forest-bathing-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Findhorn Hinterland Trust\, The Park\, Findhorn\, Moray\, IV36 3TB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250903T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250903T173000
DTSTAMP:20250901T131627Z
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SUMMARY:Moray Way Association AGM
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Moray Way Association AGM – Wednesday\, 3 September 2025 \nWe’re excited to invite you to this year’s AGM\, which will follow our popular format: a short (and enjoyable!) walk\, followed by a relaxed chat and refreshments. A huge thanks to Beinn Books & Café for kindly hosting us in their beautiful shop. \nThe formal business of the AGM is usually wrapped up quickly\, after which we’ll share highlights from this year’s Moray Walking & Outdoor Festival and our plans for the future. We love hearing from our members\, so any feedback\, ideas\, or suggestions are always welcome! \nThis year\, we’re especially keen to hear your thoughts on attracting sponsors. Rising costs\, particularly insurance\, mean we’re thinking carefully about the future of our Festival\, and your creative ideas would be greatly appreciated. \nWe’re also always on the lookout for friendly\, enthusiastic people to join our small committee—but don’t worry\, attending the AGM doesn’t mean you’re automatically signing up! \nOnce you’ve booked\, we’ll send you the agenda and all the info you’ll need. We hope you can join us for a stroll\, a cup of tea or coffee\, and a good chat with fellow members. \n***Please book in advance\, as Beinn has a limited capacity for this event
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/moray-way-association-agm-2/
LOCATION:Beinn Coffee & Books\, Six Balvenie Street\, Dufftown\, Moray\, AB55 4AB
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +
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ORGANIZER;CN="Moray Way Association":MAILTO:info@morayways.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250623T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250623T173000
DTSTAMP:20250607T092820Z
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SUMMARY:Lime Tree Lines
DESCRIPTION:What started as a repetitive COVID Lockdown walk developed into a psychogeography amble following the Lime trees lines of Forres.\nJoin me on this quirky trail of Forres\, where we follow the many lines of Lime trees and discover the natural\, historical\, medical and cultural aspects of this tree\, which you possibly pass every day. \nFrom modern-day pop songs to medieval medicine\, we’ll discover how these trees have influenced man and even have a tasty Lime Tree refreshment on the way.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/lime-tree-lines-25/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, Victoria Road\, Forres
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Heritage,Nature,Urban,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Moray Way Association":MAILTO:info@morayways.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T160000
DTSTAMP:20250617T105338Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T105338Z
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SUMMARY:Garmouth & Kingston: a brief history walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Rob Wallen\, writer of Garmouth & Kingston: a brief history\, for a special guided walk of the area. Rob will take you through Kingston and Garmouth and show you the highlights and history of the area\, including the incredible shipbuilding and shipping industry which took place there\, and now barely any evidence of.  There will also be an explanation of the topography of this coastal landscape and spectacular views over the Moray Firth.  Refreshments and toilets will be available from 11 am\, before the walk\, and at the end of the event\, at the Community Hub\, which also has a small exhibition on local history. \n 
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/garmouth-kingston-a-brief-history-walk-4/
LOCATION:Garmouth & Kingston Community Hub\, Macleans Buildings\, High St\, Garmouth\, Moray\, IV32 7NQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +,Evening Event,Heritage,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T160000
DTSTAMP:20250620T195306Z
CREATED:20250426T153157Z
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SUMMARY:Deep Time Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist Dan Puplett on a journey through deep time. Explore the mind-blowing 4.6 billion-year story of Planet Earth as we walk 4.6 kilometres at Roseisle. As we stride through the aeons\, every millimetre will represent 1000 years in the astonishing saga of life on our home planet. \nHear tales of the rise of life\, mass extinctions\, the evolution of countless organisms and how Homo sapiens fits into it all (including positive ways we can address the nature and climate emergencies). We will also get to know the flora\, fauna and fungi we see on the way\, and explore their place in Earth’s story.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/deep-time-walk-25/
LOCATION:Roseisle Forest\, Turning off the B9089 between Kinloss and Roseisle Village\, Moray\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +,Family Friendly,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Puplett Nature Awareness":MAILTO:dan.puplett@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T123000
DTSTAMP:20250614T195114Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing - Mindfulness in Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Danielle\, a trained forest bathing or ‘shinrin-yoku’ guide\, for a rejuvenating experience at the Burgie Arboretum Woodland Garden. This guided walk is an opportunity to experience forest bathing\, and engage with gentle guided sensory prompts to open the senses and relax the body and mind. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with nature and recharge your spirit. A woodland tea and simple snack is included. \nWhat is Forest Bathing? \nForest bathing is an evidence based nature connection practice with ancient roots. It originated in Japan in the 80s. Each session is designed to help us relax deeply into the present moment and connect to ourselves and our surroundings – maybe in a new way. Connecting to nature in this way is proven to lower stress hormones and reduce stress and anxiety. The perfect antidote to a busy week! \nParticipants report feeling relaxed\, creatively stimulated and inspired\, and not able to walk in the woods in the same way again… \n  \nLed by trained Forest Bathing guide and local therapist Danielle Quist.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/guided-forest-bathing-walk-25/
LOCATION:Burgie Arboretum\, Burgie Estate\, Forres\, Moray\, IV36 2QU
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Forest,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Quist":MAILTO:dquistcounselling@protonmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T113000
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SUMMARY:A Fisherman's Diary
DESCRIPTION:A circular walk around the Moray coastal town of Lossiemouth\, retracing the steps of Sandy Edwards\, a local Lossiemouth fisherman. Explore the stories of the diary and the lives of the Lossiemouth Community \, the fishing trade at that time and historical sea-faring events on the Moray Firth Coast in the 1940’s and 50’s. \nThe walk maps significant and poignant locations marked by history and community from Seatown\, the Lossiemouth Fisheries & Community Museum\, the old fish market\, Stotfield Road and Prospect Terrace.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/a-fishermans-diary-25/
LOCATION:Seatown – Phone Box\, Church Street\, Lossimouth\, Moray\, IV31 6EJ
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Heritage,Urban,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Cameron Reid":MAILTO:katecameronreid@hotmail.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T161500
DTSTAMP:20250402T154356Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T154356Z
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SUMMARY:St Colm\, Covenanters and Confessions
DESCRIPTION:A stroll around historic Auldearn: Rather than following a time-line\, we’ll dip in and out of various events from the long history of the village\, once briefly of higher status than neighbour Nairn; also link back wherever possible to Clan Brodie. \nScottish kings\, a Royal castle and rebellion; a key battle of the religious civil war between Covenanters and Royalists\, and its aftermath; the coming of St Colm (St Colomba) and Christianity to Northern Pictland; and the confessions of Isobel Gowdie\, that provide one of the most comprehensive insights into European witchcraft. \n‘Auld (old) Eren’ has many gripping tales to tell. \n  \nBrodie Castle and Estate is part of the National Trust for Scotland. The Boath Doocot at Auldearn is also part of their collection of over 100 places across Scotland which the Trust takes care of to protect and preserve for future generations. \nBrodie Castle and Estate volunteers: walk ‘producer’\, Gordon Scott\, and experienced guide\, Gareth Nicholas\nBrodie Castle and Estate staff will also be in attendance.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/st-colm-covenanters-and-confessions/
LOCATION:NTS Car Park – Auldearn\, Boath Hill\, Auldearn\, Moray\, IV12 5TD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Heritage,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brodie Castle and Estate NTS":MAILTO:lleil@nts.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T163000
DTSTAMP:20250610T200514Z
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SUMMARY:Stories from the Land - Local history\, ecology and community care
DESCRIPTION:A walk starting at the Park Ecovillage Findhorn\, interpreting the history\, ecology and community care of land to the north\, which is a tiny remnant of the second largest sand dune system in Europe. You will be introduced to the work of environmental charity the Findhorn Hinterland Trust that manages this fascinating mosaic of different habitats by first visiting their Conservation Hub built from local timber with signs and maps that will inform the participant. \nThe walk includes woodland interpretation including looking at squirrel signs and homes and how sensitive management is i increasing the biodiversity of this habitat\, the tiny and peaceful Woodland Garden with its rustic Outdoor Learning Space and then past pony grazing to help with conservation grazing of rare lowland grassland habitat. \nSigns of past use as an airbase and the disposal of over 1000 planes after WW2 will be pointed out and discussed. Then there will be a look at the rare dune heath habitat with its incredible array of rare lichens and mini-beasts that is being threatened by the advance of trees and gorse before going back into the forest to view the first community-run green burial site in Moray with its Woodland Shelter gathering space. \nFinally\, we will climb the newly uncovered dune\, which is part of the charity’s dune restoration work\, for a 360-degree view over the land from the Cairngorms\, Culbin\, the Findhorn peninsula and village out to the Moray Firth and beyond. From there\, it is a short stroll back to the Phoenix Cafe for well-deserved refreshments.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/stories-from-the-land-local-history-ecology-and-community-care/
LOCATION:Phoenix Cafe\, Park Ecovillage Findhorn\, Moray\, IV36 3TB
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +,Family Friendly,Heritage,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Findhorn Hinterland Trust":MAILTO:chair@findhornhinterland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T160000
DTSTAMP:20250614T080307Z
CREATED:20250329T153209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T080307Z
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SUMMARY:Picts to Ports to Prime Ministers
DESCRIPTION:Starting at the Hillocks\, this evening circular walk will start and finish at the Hillocks\, the house built by Ramsay in 1909 for his mother Annie and his young family to live in while he and his wife Margaret travelled to Australia and the East on political tours. \nThe walk will then go to the Mercat Cross at ‘old Lossiemouth’\, along the promenade\, which was the location of the original harbour dating back to the 14th Century\, and onto the location of the old railway station. Walk around the ‘new’ harbour built in the 19th Century and then up to the old library/town hall building\, which Ramsay spoke at on its official opening in January 1904. Finally\, wander along Prospect Terrace\, where there is a viewpoint of Lossie\, and marvel at the view. \nThis will be a leisurely walk with stops on the way to talk about the places mentioned above\, with photos and videos to accompany the talk. Limited numbers\, so if you want to know more about Lossie’s diverse past\, then book your space.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/picts-to-ports-to-prime-ministers/
LOCATION:The Hillocks\, 17 Moray Street\, Lossiemouth\, IV31 6HX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Family Friendly,Heritage,Nature,Urban,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lossiemouth Heriage Association":MAILTO:lossiemouthheritageassociation@hotmail.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T170000
DTSTAMP:20250402T201130Z
CREATED:20250329T163258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T201130Z
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SUMMARY:Quarry Wood: a Victorian mystery 100-million-years in the making
DESCRIPTION:The walk will take in several disused sandstone quarries\, including Cutties Hillock Quarry where\, 150 years ago\, the fossil remains of reptiles were found only a few feet above fossil fish scales. Are these layers of sedimentary rock the same age? This question interested many Victorian geologists and drew scientists from all over Britain to Quarry Wood. A clue is found in Rosebrae Quarry where a break in the geological record can be examined: a 100-million-year geological time gap represented by a cranny allowing your finger to span 100 million years! \nNear Cutties Hillock Quarry\, we can also see evidence from the last ice-age where grooves in small exposures of rocks were created by ice sheets that once covered Moray (glacial striae to those who remember their school geography lessons!). \nFrom the meeting point at Leggat Quarry car park\, we’ll walk to Rosebrae and Cutties Hillock Quarries. This is a circular walk of about 3km\, including a gentle 0.5km uphill stretch on good paths to almost the top of Quarry Wood.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/quarry-wood-a-victorian-mystery-100-million-years-in-the-making/
LOCATION:Leggat Quarry Car Park\, Quarry Wood\, Elgin\, IV30 8XT
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Evening Event,Family Friendly,Forest,Heritage,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elgin Museum (The Moray Society)":MAILTO:curator@elginmuseum.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T140000
DTSTAMP:20250402T200342Z
CREATED:20250401T214348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T200342Z
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SUMMARY:Explore the Dava Moor
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Dava Moor on this walk from the Jesus Saves stone\, following estate tracks to former hill farms dotted across the moor. John will recount tales of past lives on the moor\, the folklore\, placenames and the landscape. \nPart of the route will retrace that which John took Cameron McNeish on in an episode of Roads Less Travelled for the BBC Scotland’s Adventure Show. \nJohn Halliday is a local Scottish Tourist Guides Association Green Badge guide for the Northern Highlands. Local to Grantown\, his family have lived in the area for centuries. He regularly leads walks in and around Grantown and has written three books on Strathspey placenames\, myths and legends.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/explore-the-dava-moor-25/
LOCATION:The Jesus Saves Stone\, A939 south of Dava\, Moray\, PH26 3PU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Family Friendly,Heritage,Hill,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Strathspey Tours":MAILTO:christopherjohnhalliday@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T140000
DTSTAMP:20250611T094743Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T094743Z
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SUMMARY:The Hidden Glen!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Moray Council Ranger Officer for a walk up a secluded glen nestled in the Glenlivet hills to a rustic log cabin wildlife hide overlooking the head of the glen and across to Blairfindy moor and down to the Spey valley. There is a good chance of seeing red deer\, red grouse and mountain hare. And if we’re blessed with good fortune\, we might get a sighting of a hen harrier and merlin flying by.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/the-hidden-glen-25/
LOCATION:Altnaglander Car Park\, Picnic area\, by Glenlivet\, Moray\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Family Friendly,Forest,Hill,Nature,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ged Connell%2C Moray Council Countryside Officer":MAILTO:ged.connell@moray.gov.uk
GEO:57.340139;-3.381528
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T121500
DTSTAMP:20250613T155701Z
CREATED:20250401T224420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T155701Z
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SUMMARY:Jack and the Dancing Trees and Dragon Story Walk
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS \nOn this walk from Grant Park Playpark up Cluny Hill\, expect tales of dancing trees\, otherworldly creatures\, and a dragon. There will be plenty of sound effects and percussion\, hopefully helped by you. \nStarting with a magical Midsummer tale from North East Scotland we’ll make our way up Cluny Hill to the dragon for stories from Iran about saving and celebrating the light. Perhaps we will rest for another story on the way up the hill. \nAimed at Primary School children aged 6-8\, but others are welcome. Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult. \nCarol Scorer is a storyteller and percussionist\, often weaving these two together. She has worked professionally in community theatre for many years as a storyteller\, performer\, and percussionist. She is drawn to stories and rhythms rooted in memory\, in the land\, and to those voices less heard that are there if only for the listening. \nCarol is an experienced facilitator\, teacher\, and trainer. She performs storytelling for both adults and children. She performs regularly at WOMAD festival in The World of Children with interactive stories incorporating rhythm and has regularly performed as part of The Scottish International Storytelling Festival. \nCarol also co hosts the monthly storytelling evenings in Forres\,
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/jack-and-the-dancing-trees-and-dragon-story-walk/
LOCATION:Grant Park\, Victoria Road\, Forres
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Family Friendly,Multi Activity,Nature,Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carol Scorer":MAILTO:cocarol6@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T130000
DTSTAMP:20250612T201203Z
CREATED:20250401T212711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T201203Z
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SUMMARY:Glenbeg : Grantown’s Hidden Gem
DESCRIPTION:Glenbeg or the small glen is located near Grantown-on-Spey. A mixture of farmland and grouse moor\, the glen has a rich history since the Bronze Age and more recently with clan Grant. Join John on his guided walk over a circular route following a tarred road and farm tracks\, listening to past events\, interpreting the landscape and with great views to the Cromdale Hills and Cairngorms. \n  \nJohn Halliday is a local Scottish Tourist Guides Association Green Badge guide for the Northern Highlands. Local to Grantown\, his family have lived in the area for centuries. He regularly leads walks in and around Grantown and has written three books on Strathspey placenames\, myths and legends.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/glenbeg-grantowns-hidden-gem-25/
LOCATION:Glenbeg Road\, Glenbeg Road\, PH26 3EE
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Family Friendly,Heritage,Hill,Nature,Walk
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SUMMARY:Garmouth & Kingston: a brief history walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Rob Wallen\, writer of Garmouth & Kingston: a brief history\, for a special guided walk of the area. Rob will take you through Kingston and Garmouth and show you the highlights and history of the area including the incredible shipbuilding and shipping industry which took place there\, and now barely any evidence of.  There will also be an explanation of the topography of this coastal landscape and spectacular views over the Moray Firth.  Refreshments and toilets will be available from 11 am\, before the walk\, and at the end of the event\, at the Community Hub\, which also has a small exhibition on local history. \n 
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/garmouth-kingston-a-brief-history-walk-25-19/
LOCATION:Garmouth & Kingston Community Hub\, Macleans Buildings\, High St\, Garmouth\, Moray\, IV32 7NQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Coast,Easy +,Evening Event,Heritage,Walk
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SUMMARY:Are We Being Good Ancestors? – A Reflective Walk Through Time
DESCRIPTION:Join artist-in-residence Jenny Fraser Harris and Stephen Coomber from the Moray Way Association for a thought-provoking walk through Elgin\, exploring how our past and present shape the future. Starting at the Plainstones\, we’ll step back in time to uncover Elgin’s historic ‘forum’ before journeying through Cooper Park\, the Cathedral\, and beyond\, pausing to personally and collectively reflect\, question\, and reimagine our role as ancestors of the future. \nThe walk will conclude at the AIM (Arts In Moray) Showcase at Moray School of Art where we’ll visit the art piece inspired by these themes and you will be invited to contribute to the piece through an optional short writing activity. \nAbout Jenny Fraser Harris \nJenny Fraser Harris is an interdisciplinary artist whose work is rooted in cultural ecology.“I explore themes of resilience\, both human and environmental\, through abstract painting\, material experimentation\, and reflective dialogue. My practice seeks to stretch time and consider the long-term\, whilst examining the intricate relationships between people and land. Through layers of paint and material\, I uncover the interconnected\, often-overlooked stories that shape our present and influence the world around us. I develop and integrate materials and pigments sourced from ‘waste’ and bio-substances\, using them to contrast and amplify these narratives. Critical reflection and open dialogue are integral to my process. \nMy intention is to transform our understanding of time\, place\, and the choices we have in the present. Through highlighting the voices of future generations\, I hope to foster a deeper awareness of our interconnection with nature and our collective responsibility for the future. \njennyfraserharris.com \nArts In Moray (AIM) \nSince June 2021\, the Moray Way Association has been part of the Arts In Moray (AIM) Collective\, which initially received funding from Creative Scotland’s Culture Collective programme. This national pilot programme aimed to establish a network of creative practitioners\, organisations\, and communities working together to make a positive difference locally and nationally in response to COVID-19. \nThe AIM collective\, which includes Dance North Scotland\, Moray Arts Development Engagement (M:ADE)\, Wildbird\, and the Moray Way Association\, has employed new and radical approaches to engaging a network of creative practitioners and communities within Moray through residency programmes that have supported artists from 2021 to 2025. \nThe Moray Way AIM III project also features the work of Hayley Anderson\, Kate Cameron Reid\, Stuart Mc Adam\, and Alex Williamson.  Each artist was asked to reimagine The Pilgrimages in Moray – A Guide to the County\, a 1924 pocket guidebook featuring descriptions of walks across Moray. Discovered by the MWA Chair at Moray Waste Busters\, this historic book was originally created to inspire both locals and visitors to explore the rich heritage of Moray. However\, the author lamented the absence of illustrations\, maps\, and reference notes—elements that could have brought the book to life for a wider audience. \nEach artist collaborated with a member of the Moray Way Association\, walking the routes together. The artists then went on to refine or reimagine the routes\, bringing them to life through their perspectives. Using creative and innovative approaches\, they created contemporary interpretations of the walks that engaged new audiences while celebrating the stories of Moray. \n 
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/are-we-being-good-ancestors-a-reflective-walk-through-time/
LOCATION:Plainstones beside the Dandelion\, 159-141 High St\, Elgin\, IV30 1DS
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Multi Activity,Urban,Walk
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SUMMARY:A Fisherman's Diary
DESCRIPTION:Learn how Kate explored the diary stories\, mapping significant and poignant locations marked by history and community. Inspired by the walk\, Kate has also created artworks that will be part of the AIM (Arts in Moray) Showcase at UHI Moray\, Inner Art Gallery on Saturday\, March 7\, 10 am – 5 pm. \nWith special thanks to Lossiemouth Fisheries and Community Museum\, Isobel Nelson\, Dennis Slater\, Davey Mackenzie and Angie Stewart. \nAbout Kate Cameron Reid \nhttps://www.katecameronreid.com \nKate Cameron Reid is a multidisciplinary\, contemporary artist. Her work is primarily autobiographical and self-explorative\, recreating fragments of a narrative in each piece. Often utilising personal belongings or found objects as a metaphor\, she aims to draw the viewer into her work through the intimacy of the story being told. Each work is a fragment of time\, depicting memories and life events\, exploring emotionally charged themes of loss\, grief\, trauma\, and fragility. The forefront of her creative practice is to raise questions in the storytelling of each piece and create continuous conversation\, with the fundamental intention for human connection. \nA graduate of Central Saint Martins (BA Hons)\, Kate started her career on Savile Row\, worked in the fashion industry for 15 years and lectured at Ravensbourne University London\, before transitioning to contemporary art. Having previously lived in London\, Kate relocated to Scotland and now resides on the North-East coast. Kate has recently exhibited at the Cabrach Trust\, Elgin Cathedral and The Royal Scottish Academy. \nArts In Moray (AIM) \nSince June 2021\, the Moray Way Association has been part of the Arts In Moray (AIM) Collective\, which initially received funding from Creative Scotland’s Culture Collective programme. This national pilot programme aimed to establish a network of creative practitioners\, organisations\, and communities working together to make a positive difference locally and nationally in response to COVID-19. \nThe AIM collective\, which includes Dance North Scotland\, Moray Arts Development Engagement (M:ADE)\, Wildbird\, and the Moray Way Association\, has employed new and radical approaches to engaging a network of creative practitioners and communities within Moray through residency programmes that have supported artists from 2021 to 2025. \nThe Moray Way AIM III project also features the work of Hayley Anderson\, Stuart Mc Adam\, Jennifer Fraser Harris\, and Alex Williamson.  Each artist was asked to reimagine The Pilgrimages in Moray – A Guide to the County\, a 1924 pocket guidebook featuring descriptions of walks across Moray. Discovered by the MWA Chair at Moray Waste Busters\, this historic book was originally created to inspire both locals and visitors to explore the rich heritage of Moray. However\, the author lamented the absence of illustrations\, maps\, and reference notes—elements that could have brought the book to life for a wider audience. \nEach artist collaborated with a member of the Moray Way Association\, walking the routes together. The artists then went on to refine or reimagine the routes\, bringing them to life through their perspectives. Using creative and innovative approaches\, they created contemporary interpretations of the walks that engaged new audiences while celebrating the stories of Moray.
URL:https://www.moraywalkoutdoorfest.co.uk/event/traces-of-sandy-edwards/
LOCATION:Seatown – Phone Box\, Church Street\, Lossimouth\, Moray\, IV31 6EJ
CATEGORIES:Easy +,Heritage,Urban,Walk
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