In this episode, Linda Mellor is joined by Audrey Watson, whose career has spanned roles as a Countryside Ranger, Ecological Adviser, Forester, Deer Officer for BASC, and Area Wildlife Manager.

A recent move to the Isle of Mull, Audrey talks about island life, local wildlife on her doorstep, and adapting to open hill stalking and longer-range shooting. The conversation also reflects on loss following the death of her husband, Peter, who introduced her to shooting and deer stalking. Together, they shot and stalked across the UK and hunted worldwide.

Now settled on Mull with her four dogs, Audrey shares thoughts on change, resilience, and embracing a new chapter. 👉 Listen now for a thoughtful conversation about life, landscape, and adaptation.

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In this episode, host Linda Mellor is joined by Mark Ewart to discuss the importance of face-to-face connection and meaningful engagement with the wider public.

Mark, Southern Uplands Moorland Group Regional Co-ordinator and National Engagement Manager for Scotland’s Regional Moorland Group, shares how events such as the Royal Highland Show create valuable opportunities to reach a broad audience. The conversation also explores community and school engagement through initiatives like taking the Moorlands into Schools, working alongside gamekeepers, and open moorland days.

They also look at shoot days beyond the shooting itself, highlighting the benefits of working dogs, exercise, teamwork, friendship, camaraderie, time in beautiful landscapes, and positive mental wellbeing.

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In this episode, host Linda Mellor is joined by Peter Gibbon for a candid conversation covering deer stalking, advances in technology, and the constant pressure created by smartphones and the expectation to respond immediately, realities that are not always talked about openly.

Peter shares what led him to start his podcast, The Outdoor Gibbon, and the value of the spoken word in recording events and experiences. Linda and Peter also discuss the right to roam, the impact of a busier Scottish countryside on deer management, and the need to bridge the gap in understanding between public access to the hills and the realities of the working environment.

The conversation also turns to wild game, exploring why, despite its seasonal abundance, more people are not making better use of wild and freely available food.

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