Superstition, Fly-Fishing, and Fish and Chip Suppers
Do not mention pork or rabbits or a squall will surely strike. Always bring salt on the boat. A match offered to another fisherman to light a cigarette must be broken in half. Mentioning the local vicar means a stormy voyage. Scotland is a seafaring nation, and its fishermen are part of the country’s cultural center.
Miscellaneous - Editor - 21 August 2007
Join in the Fun at the Tiree Wave Classic
If you enjoy windsurfing and relish a good festival, The Tiree Wave Classic is exactly the sort of event you are probably looking for. Complete with top-notch windsurfing, great activities for the whole family to enjoy and a wonderfully friendly group of people, the Tiree Wave Classic is a not-to-be-missed event.
Miscellaneous - Editor - 14 August 2007
Lost your wallet? If you are in Scotland, a Sporran will do
Perhaps the costume designers for the movie, Braveheart, were right after all. The leather pouch draped across a man’s kilt protected more than one’s hip-flask, one’s daily food rations or sprig of thistle for luck. The sporran, now a decorative part of the traditional Scottish dress, once protected the vulnerable area of the body for men.
Features - Editor - 06 August 2007
The Historical Braemar Gathering
If you’ve ever wanted to attend one of the many legendary Highland games in Scotland, the Braemar Gathering would be an excellent choice. With a history that dates back at least 900 years, the popularity of this ancient Highland festival is clearly reflected in its continued existence and support.
