Linda Mellor talks to Mark Ewart of the Southern Uplands Moorland Group

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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