Wild Walk Mentoring

24/12/2025

Christmas Eve Reflections ✨

As the sun set on Christmas Eve 2025, I found myself walking and reflecting on the journey of Wild Walk Mentoring.

This year has been full of steps taken together — mentees, partners, and friends — each one helping to shape a community built on connection, growth, and encouragement.

I’m deeply grateful for all the support you’ve given. Just like tonight’s walk, mentoring has been about slowing down, listening, and sharing the path side by side.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to carrying the spirit of mentorship and collaboration into 2026.

Merry Christmas 🎄

13/12/2025

This had me in stitches……

12/12/2025

Lots of fun was had!

https://player.broadcast.radio/hrperth?mode=tabbed&autoplay=1&c=player.contact.enable%3A0%2Cplayer.artwork.enable%3A1%2Cplayer.nowplaying.enable%3A1%2Cplayer.nowplaying.show_fact%3A%5Bobject+Object%5D%2Cplayer.defaults.autoplay%3A1%2Cplayer.background_colour%3A%233F4788%2Cplayer.secondary_colour%3A%23ffffff%2Cplayer.menu_text_colour%3A%23FFFFFF%2Cplayer.menu_background_colour%3A%231A1A1A&open=%2FCareSoundRadio%2Ffriday-with-fraser-and-friends-12122025%2F

11/12/2025

Tune in…..should be fun! 💚
I get to choose music, which will be great as I am an 80’s teenager 🤪
CareSound Radio
Sandy Swanton
Perthshire Businesswomen's Network

24/11/2025

I stepped out anyway.
What began as a dreary walk turned into something transformative. The rain on my face, the rhythm of my steps, the quiet of the landscape — all worked together to lift the weight I hadn’t realised I was carrying.
By the time I returned, I felt lighter, clearer, and more alive.
That’s the power of walking in all weathers: it reminds us that resilience isn’t about waiting for perfect conditions, but about finding strength and solace in the imperfect ones.

At Wild Walk Mentoring, we believe every walk is an invitation to reconnect, to reset, and to rediscover yourself, even on the greyest of days.

Try it with me, this Friday....Eventbrite OOF

23/11/2025

Wondering whether to join me next Friday for our OOOF?

Here's many reasons why you should.....

Physical Health
• Consistency beats conditions: Walking regularly keeps your body active, strengthens your heart, and supports joint mobility. If you only walk when the weather is nice, you miss out on that steady rhythm.
• Immune boost: Exposure to varied weather...sun, rain, cold can help your body adapt and strengthen its resilience.

Mental Wellbeing
• Mood regulation: Natural light, even on cloudy days, helps regulate circadian rhythms and supports serotonin production, which lifts mood.
• Stress relief: Being outdoors interrupts cycles of stress and rumination. Even a brisk walk in drizzle can reset your mind.

Connection to Nature
• Seasonal awareness: Walking in all weathers helps you notice subtle changes - misty mornings, frosty leaves, the smell of rain. It deepens your sense of place and time.
• Grounding effect: Feeling the wind, hearing rain, or crunching through snow reminds us we’re part of something bigger than ourselves.

Resilience & Mindset
• Mental toughness: Choosing to walk despite rain or cold builds discipline and resilience. It’s a small act of defiance against comfort zones.
• Perspective shift: Bad weather often feels worse indoors. Once you’re out, it’s rarely as daunting as imagined.

Join us for Out Of Office Friday, where we escape the indoors and enjoy the great outdoors together, the last Friday of every month!

11/11/2025

Exciting news!
I’m thrilled to be leading the Art of Enterprise Project in partnership with West College Scotland, a dynamic initiative designed to empower 15 incredible women in the Inverclyde area.

This project is all about unlocking potential, building confidence, and nurturing entrepreneurial spirit, alongside a network of inspiring organisations, we will be providing mentorship, guidance, and real world support to help each woman shape her own journey.

It’s an honour to be part of something so meaningful – where collaboration, creativity, and community come together to make a lasting impact.

Let’s champion women, celebrate ambition, and build futures together!

09/11/2025

A wonderful evening was had supporting RHET (Rural Highland Education Trust) fundraising dinner, a vibrant celebration of community, purpose, and generosity.
From the lively casino tables to the auction shenanigans, every moment was dedicated to raising funds that help bring the story of food, farming, and the countryside into classrooms across Scotland.

The energy in the room was electric, proof that when we come together, we can make a real difference!

Grateful to be part of a community that values both education and the healing power of nature. Here’s to more conversations, more connections, and more muddy boots.



I’m on the far right, without a woolly hat and walking boots for a change! 🤣🤣

05/11/2025

In Scotland, November light is fleeting – but it’s still ours to claim. Inspired by the beautiful work of Katie Patterson, I’ve started marking my own daily dose of daylight: a moment outside, however brief, to feel the sky, the air, the shift in season.

This photo is from earlier today. No filters, no fanfair – just me, stepping into the light that’s still here. It’s become a quiet anchor in my day. A way to remind myself (and my mentees) that restoration doesn’t need to be dramatic. It can be as simple as showing up for the daylight.

If you’re feeling scattered, tired, or just a bit November-ish…… try it. Step outside. Let your body notice the light. Let your mind rest in it. And if you feel like sharing, I’d love to see your daily dose too.

Did you manage to get outside today?

04/11/2025

A cracking day at the ASB Conference!
So many thoughts!
Amazing connections made!
Food for thought on so many levels!
Creative potential collaborations!

Loved it 💚
Fabulous to spend time with those that have become friends through business and to celebrate outstanding work of businesswomen!
Sandy Swanton
Christiane Valluri-Nitsch
Emma-Louise Crow
Caroline Mitchell
Perthshire Businesswomen's Network

03/11/2025

Whether you’re navigating change, seeking clarity, or just craving a moment to breathe, we walk beside you. No pressure, no performance. Just gentle steps, shared stories, and space to reflect.

We don’t drag you up a mountain. These are lowland walks, at your pace, with time to talk and settle into the rhythm of the land.

📍Scotland’s landscapes, your pace, our care.

We’re now taking bookings for January 2026 walks, perfect for starting the year with intention and warmth.

DM to find out about mentoring sessions, or join the next group walk on Eventbrite to find out more. You’re welcome here.

31/10/2025

This morning’s OOO Friday walk brought together three brilliant humans, two muddy dogs, and a whole lot of insight. We were joined by:

Laura from SoloPaws, Caroline from Gooddoggie, Steve Bonthrone from Personal Trainer, Monty Dawg (mine) and Harris (Laura’s), who kept us company and added their own flair to the morning…

We wandered, talked business, swapped stories, and shared what’s unfolding in our worlds. Steve reflected on how people stories - not only the “what” but the “why” - are drawing more attention online. Laura’s bookings are rolling in for 2026… and even 2027! But with SoloPaws, it’s always a mix of long-term planning and last-minute magic.

Naturally, with two dogs and Caroline in the mix, we found ourselves deep in conversation about pet behaviour, quirks, and the joy (and chaos) they bring. The walk ended with Harris rolling gleefully in muck before leaping into Laura’s car… so here’s a snap of the post-walk shower scene.

These walks are gentle, grounding, and full of unexpected wisdom. Whether you’re a solo founder, a creative thinker, or just craving connection in nature - there’s space for you here.