Scottish Natural Heritage is asking regular hillwalkers to share their knowledge and experience of hill footpaths in a new survey.
SNH say that Scotland’s upland paths are used and enjoyed by millions of walkers, climbers and mountain bikers every year, who contribute over £110M to the rural economy. Yet there is very little funding for upland path repair and no funding for maintenance. Both types of work are crucial to protect the landscape and fragile habitats and well maintained paths can help to create great days on the hill.
Footpath on Millstone Hill, Bennachie
The survey organisers say that, “several organisations involved in upland path management including Scottish Natural Heritage, Mountaineering Scotland, John Muir Trust, National Trust for Scotland and the Cairngorms Outdoor Access Trust, are working together to develop a more strategic approach to upland path management, but we need your help. Please spare a few minutes to tell us what you think about our upland paths by clicking on the link below and completing our survey. Knowing what matters to you will help us to better understand and promote the importance of sustainable paths for locals and visitors to enjoy.”
Complete the survey here https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/LNTKZM6