The new season starts

After what feels like a very long winter, we're starting to see the first photos from a few hardy souls tackling the Cape Wrath Trail.

We've already got some great pictures from the start of the season in our Flickr Gallery.

You'll also be pleased to know that the new guide is only a few weeks away - you can pre-order it via Amazon and it should arrive late April (although Amazon is currently showing a May delivery, hopefully it will be sooner).

I've received an early proof copy from the publisher and it's looking really good (pictures to follow).

We've re-vamped our forum following last year's problems with spam. It's now much easier to register and contribute.

A lot of people have been in touch asking for a Facebook page. I was initially reluctant to set one up (I'm not a huge fan of Facebook, personally) but I've now established one at [http://www.facebook.com/CapeWr... "Cape Wrath Trail Facebook") so you can post things on this site or there - whatever is easiest for you. So go ahead and "Like" the page if you get a spare second.

I'll make sure any useful info is always cross-posted to avoid things getting out of sync.

If you're setting out on the trail in the next few months, I wish you the very best of luck - stay safe and let us know how you get on.

Best wishes

Iain