Hiking in the Cairngorms

We spent two and a half days hiking in the Scottish wilderness.

We had exquisite company: sheep, a friendly donkey, a white hare (we did follow it!), a pheasant, and wild geese.

Our first night was so windy we could barely sleep in the noise. We were really at the mercy of the elements, including the almost-freezing temperatures of the second night. Our down sleeping bags, plus cups of hot coffee and soup kept us warm.