Long Distance Trails in the Highlands

'The Highland Council's Countryside Rangers constitute the largest local authority Countryside Ranger provision in Scotland with 25 full time and 3 seasonal Rangers spread throughout the Highland Council Area. The Countryside Rangers run many events and guided walks which aim to help raise awareness and encourage appreciation of the scenery, wildlife and heritage of the Highlands. This wide range of events and activities is aimed at local communities and visitors alike ... The Highland Council also operates a Ranger Service on The Great Glen Way and The West Highland Way, two of Scotland's formal long distance routes.'