Take Action

One way you can support our work is by becoming a member  and/or donating some money. But there are other ways in which you can help defend public access in Scotland.

Enjoy the Outdoors – Responsibly

Our hard won access rights are world leading, but they come with responsibilities for both access takers and land managers. Make sure you know and follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. You may want to download our leaflet Public Access in Scotland – Know Your Rights too.

Report Issues

Most of the time, you will not experience any problems when you are out and about, but what happens when you do? Problems could include missing or damaged signs, obstructions on the path, or a deterrent to access, such as unwelcoming signs or obstructive land managers. If you do find a problem, here’s what to do:

1. Note the exact nature and location of the problem with grid references and take pictures. Do you think it is deliberate?

2. How long it has been there?

3. Who is affected? Everybody, or just one group of users, e.g. horse riders.

4. Contact the relevant local authority or National Park authority. Explain the issue to them and await their response.

5. Contact ScotWays if you have further queries about the route and/or access rights.

You may wish to follow-up the issue with other interested bodies, such as a local paths group, community council or local politicians.

Keep an eye on our signs

If you pass one of our signs on your travels, why not take a moment to carry out a quick inspection and tell us about it? Find out how on our signposting page.

Support Campaigns

We alert our members and followers on social media to any relevant campaigns and petitions that we hear about. Supporting a campaign can include anything from passing it on to friends and family, signing a petition, writing to your MSP, MP or local politicians, donating time or possibly even money.

Current Campaigns