Wild Folklore Drumnadrochit
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Come along on a storytelling forest walk along the picturesque woodland trails of Loch Ness-side, guided by Caoimhe Keohane of Wild Anam. This walk offers folk a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich Gaelic mythology, folklore and natural heritage of the Highlands.
Discover the captivating myths and legends of the Great Glen, including tales of local faeries, the lore of plants and trees, the legendary stories of the Highlanders, the Picts, The Cailleach, Fionn Mac Chumhaill and the Fianna, the Vikings and, of course the origin stories of the Loch Ness Monster.
Listen to the stories of our ancestors and learn about the deep connections between the people, plants, and animals of the Highlands. This excursion is a perfect blend of storytelling, nature exploration, and cultural heritage, offering a deeper connection to Scotland's wild roots.
Important information
Please meet at the Loch Ness Hub tourist Information carpark near the green in Drumnadrochit. We will walk together from there. The walk is a beautiful woodland trail, suitable for experienced walkers.
Duration: 2.5 hours approx.
Free Infants Up to 4 years
Fitness Level: Moderate: Grade 2 on Walk Highlands website. This walk will be suitable for experienced walkers.
Terrain: Waymarked forest footpaths, rugged and rocky trails at times.
What to bring: Please bring plenty of water and wear appropriate outdoor clothing, shoes, waterproof layers.
Hullo, I’m Caoimhe Keohane, founder of Wild Anam.
The word anam has roots in Old Gaelic, emerging in texts as early as the 7th and 8th centuries. It originates from the Proto-Celtic anaman, which itself stems from even older Proto-Indo-European roots meaning “breath” or “soul.”
Through Wild Anam, I offer a range of experiences: yoga classes, retreats, folklore walks, fireside gatherings, seasonal rituals aligned with the Gaelic wheel all based around re-connecting to nature and our own inner wild.
These offerings invite us back to our wild roots, to our relationship with the earth, and to the indigenous stories that have arose and flowed from the waters and the clay.
