What To Wear On Skye - How We Cope With The Unpredictable Weather In The Scottish Highlands - Ep84

[@livingtheskyelife]

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[@kevinmcg6747]

Sunday isn't Sunday without a Skye Life vlog! Thanks Willie and Sarah for the continued effort to film, edit and upload snapshots of your lives. Cheers, Kevin

[@KarlGillcrist]

Ahhhhhh the pitter patter of Jacks feet in the water....he sure does enjoy his Skye life....great video...as always

[@AnnelindeMetzner]

Thank you so much for helping to recycle the plastic. What a gift to the Earth.

[@jamesgibson7903]

Inspired by your " what to wear" section so went into Mountain warehouse Gordon Street Glasgow and purchased a few items. Got the half shell top a really good waterproof jacket and a couple of fleeces. Told the guy we saw your recommendation on your show.. he took a note of your name and KZbin channel, think you should get some credit for quite a big sale today! Thanks Willie. ps love your Skye life show! Jim Gibson Carfin Scotland

[@heather1387]

My favourite videos are seeing the plastics and ropes cleaned up and recycled.

[@lindakoch7431]

As many fans have said ...the 30 min with you guys every Sunday is absolutely fabulous. I live in Wakkerstroom in south Africa.

[@paulalaurie7935]

Totally agree, I watch it on Monday evening in New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@livingtheskyelife]

Aww thanks so much!!

[@didevilliers1238]

Another South African here - I'm in George in the Garden Route of the Western Cape - such a beautiful place to live, in places very like Scotland !! Totally agree with your comments, love this channel, especially when we see Sarah painting or Willie music-ing - not forgetting the fur-babies 🦋

[@profelderflower]

Evie here! Thank you so much! ❤❤❤ Still watching with the parents every week from MA and loving it!

[@marysharvey]

We live in the Sierras of California, and across the street from a pond. We enjoy watching the Osprey and Eagles that live around the pond. We were once kayaking and my husband was fishing, and an Osprey swooped down and grabbed the fish he had on his line and took off! His line was spinning wildly, and eventually the Osprey dropped the fish. My husband reeled it in and released it, and the Osprey immediately came down and got it! Nature Nuggets❤️

[@dannshannonstark3625]

Thank you! The kit for practical clothing on Skye. This actually gives me some ideas for Christmas/birthday gifts for the outdoorsmen in my life

[@jaznz53]

Wow if you could get a close image of a sea eagle in flight that would be an amazing painting for you to do Sarah. Hope you are able to get the shot.

[@Yosef_Morrison]

This is a pre-emptive strike on the comments for this video. You kiddo's are creating so many memories for your old age. When Willie had Sarah up in his arms spinning her around my mind quickly transitioned to when they are in their 80's or 90's and Willie saying, "Hey, Sarah, remember when we were young and could do that?" I know it's hard work for you guys to create these videos, and I know there are times you are tired of filming, and would probably love to take a break from documenting your life. Enjoy it while you are young 🙂

[@Yosef_Morrison]

I began using Earth Breeze laundry detergent sheets because their commercial really stresses how colored plastics generally do not get recycled as much as clear plastic. The idea of using colored plastic and recycling it into flower pots is an awesome idea. Plastics are also used in creating Pollywood which is used for lawn furniture and decking material. Humans are a bit late getting this right, but better late than never it is always said.

[@livingtheskyelife]

Gosh - it’s weird to think about watching these videos back in years to come! 😅

[@wendigareau7298]

Another great video with really good tips on what to wear when walking on Skye! Can’t believe all the plastic that Sarah found in the woods, which look Ike they are in the middle of nowhere.

[@gallovidian2151]

The celery roots are best left in shallow water; they won't grow like proper whole celery plants, but give a good supply of leaves for flavouring soups and stews; worth doing, you should get a couple of cuts from each one. Other things I've found worth doing by rooting in water are basil and watercress. If you try carrot tops, you won't get carrots, but will get some tasty greens to add to salads or make into pesto. Not on the John Seymour scale of self sufficiency lol - but I like the irony of the "every little helps " mantra from a certain supermarket 😅

[@rosemarymee]

@@gallovidian2151 I think it’s also great for our mental health to have living, growing things around us.

[@robyn7287]

I also cut the bottom off the spring onions bought from supermarkets, they are sold with the roots still on. I put in water till they sprout then plant. Thanks for the advice on hiking gear, when I was in Scotland, I’m Australian, I was so unprepared for the wind and had to buy a fleece shirt. It’s the best thing I’ve bought, have lent it to some people for their travel to colder climates. It doesn’t get any wear here in Queensland, we think it’s cold if the temperatures go below 20 degrees Celsius. A month ago I noticed a few of my subscriptions in KZbin had changed and I had to resubmit, weird that

[@heathermurray9939]

I planted avocado straight into the soil and are growing, the same with Apple, lemon & orange and mango stones straight into the soil and it takes 4years before you get fruit

[@rosemarymee]

@@heathermurray9939 Do you live in Scotland?

[@ShiftingSands57]

Wool is great as a layering item, super fine merino- so much better than those synthetic plastic fabrics [ie fleece]

[@bonnerdebbie]

Great pictures Sarah! Thanks Willie, very comprehensive information on what to wear! Excited to see what new product will be made of plastic picked up on beach. My dog would be in heaven out there on the beach too!

[@Silkytoaster]

Really appreciated the breakdown of your outdoor gear .

[@Carolbearce]

Love the bloopers! Filming sure is a lot more work than what we see in regular video. Awesome job collecting the containers on the foreshore.

[@judith4158]

Thanks!

[@livingtheskyelife]

Thanks so much!

[@avidviewer1]

Very interesting video (as always). Thanks! The clothing section was excellent, educational and more than useful. Jack, you were great and, Nori, where were you? In the doghouse (sorry)? Thanks again! 🤗

[@lilybats7215]

Sundays are my favorite! I get to live the Skye Life dream for a few minutes. 🥰

[@Hippiechick11]

It's such a joy to see eagles in the wild! I've seen bald eagles along the Mississippi and it's always a thrill.

[@trevr10]

Loved the eagle photos. In the army we were told "cotton kills" in terms of base layers. This was reinforced on every survival course. You pointed out correctly that cotton doesn't wick away sweat. The problem comes when you stop your activity and the moisture trapped in the cotton can cause hypothermia. Not an issue if you are just wandering around the tourist spots but could be if you get caught out overnight. Great videos, I look forward to seeing them each week.

[@deedorothypapineau6920]

I agree. A wool/silk blend is light weight and surprisingly warm. It doesn’t irritate my sensitive skin.

[@livingtheskyelife]

Thanks for the advice!

[@carolbulmer8253]

Thanks, Sarah and Willie. Good job on cleaning the beach of abandoned plastic, Sarah. Willie, you did a great job explaining your choice od outer clothing in bad weather. See you next week❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@adriannenash9852]

Did anyone else notice (in the Outtro?) how beautifully color coordinated Willie and Sarah were with the art piece hanging behind them? Be well from washington state USA ❤️

[@livingtheskyelife]

Totally not intentional 🤣

[@lynyc76]

Thanks

[@livingtheskyelife]

Thanks so much!!

[@Nath2454]

For someone who works in outdoor clothing retail, your segment on outdoor clothing was really good and nice to see this. 👍👍

[@livingtheskyelife]

Thanks so much!

[@lemfam4693]

I'm loving this week's blooper reel! Live with dogs is so unpredictable, but I couldn't live without mine.

[@bobnjuliejohnston8327]

great info thanks

[@fionasaunders7646]

Really helpful vidio, thank you

[@carolscott4327]

BRILLIANT BRILLIANT BRILLIANT!!!!!!! What an Absolute Amazing Treat….to be watching Sarah’s video of her and Jack in the river. T H E N Boooom! 💥 Drone shots intertwined!!!! I didn’t want it to Stop!! More PLEASE! Lots more! Every time!! All the Time!! Hehe Thank you 😊 ❤❤ you guys are awesome!!😎 😎🐾🐾❤❤❣️❣️🐾🐾

[@carolscott4327]

And P.S. …I loved the cheeky colour matching of orange, turquoise and burgundy to match the painting behind! ….like I said you guys are BRILLIANT ❤❤😎😎🤩🤩

[@willmacrae8839]

@@carolscott4327 I noticed this and wondered if that was deliberate.. surely?

[@livingtheskyelife]

Aww thanks so much!! Honestly - the colour coordination was totally unintentional, but we aren’t mad about it 🤣

[@andykeeble1]

Fab vlog as always guys! There is a breeding pair of White Tailed Eagles across the loch from us and, like you, we love to see them.

[@alisondoughty2194]

Super newsy info ,Thank you.wow to think only a month ago we were warm outdoors.😀🍁🎉

[@ceuler10]

Love your Videos !!

[@annehicks9992]

Well done with the packchoi

[@lkjefferson4722]

I've planted lemon straight from a lemon and now I have 3 lemon trees growing this summer. You should plant them in your house. They will grow up. They just need some sun shine. When you pick a leaf and break it into it will smell like a lemon. In the winter makes you think of warm days. The person that writes your music is to loud tell them to turn their volume down. Its a simple solution. I love Will's music. You guys make my sunday, thank you.

[@livingtheskyelife]

Not sure how well lemons would do here..sunshine has been in short supply this year 😫

[@rikspector]

Willie, Sarah and Doggies, Bald Eagles are fairly common here in Ferndale/Billingham, WA Your Eagles look so much like ours , they are probably cousins. Our climate in Whatcom County can be similar to yours, but our Cascade Range of mountains is 30 miles to the East, so with Bellingham Bay to the West, ours may be more moderate. We have a saying here, "If you don't like the weather, wait five minutes" I am happy your feeling better, Willie, sorry you missed the Castle event. You need to down a bit more of your fine Scotch or possibly some of Sarah's cordials, eh? Cheers, Rik Spector

[@wolfeyez77]

Wow Willie, you do like your Mountain Equipment! lol Seriously, thank you for the guide. In online forums, I see many women giving recommendations, but not really any men, so I appreciate it. Question on the ruck sack, is that waterproof too? I've seen some places selling a shell to go over them, I'm not sure about going that far. Sarah, great job keeping your beautiful part of the world clean! As an environmental geologist I clean up some nasty places that a lot of people will never see or visit, especially my own children, but it still makes me feel good to know that I'm helping to clean it up for them. PS, love the dinosaur 🦎

[@livingtheskyelife]

The rucksack material is shower resistant, but not completely waterproof. It comes with a cover that tucks away into a pocket at the bottom that can be used in heavy rain & works really well!

[@robineasby5328]

Great vlog again , Willie and Sarah. The drone shots of the white horses were wonderful. What a great idea for recyclimg duscarded plastic and well done Sarah for collecting it. Great advice on clothing, Willie.Just another point on wearing a peaked cap, for those of us who wear glasses ii can help keep them dry in the rain. Thanks for posting.

[@rosemarymee]

@@robineasby5328 Don’t you think those white horses sometimes look unreal - as if they’ve strayed in from another part of the space-time continuum?

[@robineasby5328]

@@rosemarymee They looked so beautiful and graceful.

[@beverlyuresti1358]

Love your videos ♥️

[@barbaraprescott8400]

Just met Richard at Carrbridge Carve today. What a lovely man, took the time to stop and chat. Looking forward to seeing him again on the channel. Bob and Barbara, from Inverness. ❤❤XXX ❤❤❤

[@MarjiLynn1]

Thanks Willie for the wardrobe tour. Super informative and helpful!

[@trwh9640]

Yay, i have the same boots!

[@lizgillies3564]

As always you guys do what you do best. Great recycling Sarah 👌and plenty choice of clothes Willie for walking outside 👌👌

[@lynyc76]

It's your old neighbour in Salisbury St lol enjoy this too much I luv it sent yous a wee gift xx

[@deborahfaithreiki]

The celery will grow though, don't put it into the soil without root. Roots will develop !! Didn't know about Pak choi, thanks for that insight!!! 😮😊

[@btown8210]

Love the re-rooting of the veg!

[@buchandoreen8546]

Very interesting video, keep it up kids from a 68 year old grandma

[@charlotteanddavestorey6553]

We are now on Skye ourselves, we are stopping in Elgol 15 miles outside of Broadford, we are not far from the coffee bothey which we saw on the way in yesterday , weather is unpredictable as you say but I personally love it , so quiet where we are staying it’s heaven , think we are going into Portree tomorrow and also going to have a look at the coral beach .

[@thehighlandlife2023]

Love Elgol it’s so stunning isn’t it? We are back on Skye in October and can’t wait. Lucky to not live far as Iam in the Highlands. Have a wonderful trip on Skye xx

[@charlotteanddavestorey6553]

@@thehighlandlife2023 it is stunning, first time we’ve been on Skye as we live in Staffordshire, although I’m in Scotland a lot as I’m a lorry driver, we will be returning to Skye , it’s beautiful . Enjoy your trip in October .

[@livingtheskyelife]

Ah have an amazing trip! Do say hello if you see us around the island 😊

[@charlotteanddavestorey6553]

@@livingtheskyelife will do 👍

[@michaeljohnwilson6617]

Great episode Sarah and Willie. Loved the drone footage 👍

[@helenbub8345]

This episode gave us absolutely stunning photographs and scenery! Thank you Willie and Sarah ❤❤and it was great to see Jack out and enjoying the water 😅

[@carolethurlow9550]

The bloopers this week were hilarious. 😺 X

[@michaelsherck5099]

Loved the eagle photos, thanks! You will have many opportunities for great pictures I'm sure! I am glad to see that your dogs don't listen to you any better than mine does to me. I say, "Sasha, get off the bed!" and she looks at me as if to say, "Why? It's mine! Everything is mine! I'm a princess! Which, I suppose, is true... *sigh*

[@livingtheskyelife]

Glad we aren’t the only ones!! 😅

[@juliabuddle7927]

I love that you are collecting plastic for recycling. I have some great clothes pegs that are made from old fishing nets etc.

[@lovelyskull3483]

Thank you for this lovely video. Cheers.

[@SharkytheGunzel]

If you need more outro ideas I'm sure there's many things Willie could smash into his chin! 🤣 Lovely video as always!

[@kimneely4034]

Love your videos & look forward to them every week. ❤

[@annjarvis9300]

Awwww grand job helping to recycle the plastics and Willie sure all the info on clothing be very helpful tc now from the oldies 🤗👍🤗👍

[@guadalupeknippen528]

What a paradise you live in. The aerial views are breathtaking and the horses add an extra bonus. Wonderful getting to see Jack Spaniels doing what he loves best. Thanks for another fun video. 🌵🐕🇺🇸

[@sallyannc3176]

Thank you for all you do in looking after the environment up there - great job in collecting all that plastic for recycling! Good advice from Willie on what to ewar - so many people get caught out with the weather in the Highlands.

[@hanneliewiese3477]

Willie, I have planted my celery off-cuts directly in the soil with a bit of bonemeal and compost - three times already - they have grown into lovely plants ... I planted the celery without a single root. I simply planted them in a protected area and watered the plants every day.

[@VMc828]

❤great video looking forward to the recycling of the hard coloured plastics🙏🙂

[@stuc734]

A wee bit of heaven whether I watch on a Sunday or on this occasion Monday night. What to wear on Skye...everything lol...but being like an onion wearing layers also works 😂....guys makes ma heart sing watching your weekly vids 🤟🤟🤟🤟👏👏👏👏 The famous Ravenscraig Raptor that dinosaur eh!!

[@JosephineMason-h2n]

Great viewing again! Love Sundays watching you two! Very interested to see what’s happening to the colourful plastic boxes! Take care! 😁

[@hobbyoverload]

how 'bout an merino wool base layer? Very comfortable and wicks the moisture away from your skin! (in contrast with a cotton t-shirt).

[@susanroller6905]

As always, I absolutely LOVE your channel !! No matter what you and the pups are doing, you always make my day a happy one. Thank you so much for sharing your life and adventures ☺ Love and hugs 🥰🥰 xx

[@stevenwoodman1032]

Really love the channel. Relaxing and the atmosphere of Skye seems like perfection. I get out in nature a lot and i love the look of it.

[@cheralyndewet897]

Wow those eagles are amazing! Great video as always.

[@derrihanson9876]

Thank you for straightening the picture.

[@deedorothypapineau6920]

Great to see you rooting vegetables first. Leafy greens are great. Your hiker’s wardrobe tips make sense except I would add silk/wool base layer, especially in winter. It’s exciting to see eagles as they migrate or seek calmer areas when storms are coming. Sarah, your scavenging efforts are amazing. I look forward to seeing the end result. Willie, I miss your chef skills. Have you had any luck fishing and with your lobster pots?

[@livingtheskyelife]

The start of the boat season was great - we were getting out at least weekly to catch lobster and go fishing…since July the weather has been so wild that we’ve hardly been able to get out into the boat 😢 Hopefully September will be better 🤞🤞🤞

[@marionbartley214]

Hello Sarah and Willie, great siteing of the eagles Sarah. I bet that was amazing to see them through the binoculars. And take pictures. Willie Great information on clothing, proper weight of clothes, and general use of. Along with information on shoes and backpack and poles. All very useful things for your life on sky or other places. Looking forward to your next video as usual. ❤

[@livingtheskyelife]

Thanks so much!!

[@sueandmarkmanchester]

Hi guys well we're so jealous of u seeing the white tailed eagles right on ure doorstep,when we saw them it was on a boat amazing birds and huge.we chuckled coz we already spotted the t rex 😂. Bloopers this week are hilarious willie never gunna win with nori on the bed and tip tap little paws running in and out.and sarah with Jack and the stick so funny.🤙love the book so much.xx❤

[@iainhusband445]

Dinosaurs on the beach, you are on the right island, well worth a trip to the fossil museum at Staffa, Skye has some really really unique dinosaurs on it.

[@ruthking7884]

I have done this with celery for over a year now. Do not transplant until you have more roots forming. They need A LOT of watering too.

[@SarahHovley]

Love the recycling of litter once again!!! And I have never thought of trying to get veggies to root like that! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@chrissp67]

Amazing that you have eagles right outside, I think all the fresh air and walking is doing your health and mental wellbeing good, take care x

[@catherine3902]

Brilliant eagles. 😊. We were out walking on our island a few weeks ago, and spotted a pair above us with a juvenile. We're SO lucky to live where we do and able to see incredible wildlife. Keep safe, well, and, dare I say it, DRY if possible 😊xx

[@thehighlandlife2023]

I sooo wanna see an Eagle! So lucky to live on Skye. I feel blessed to live in the Highlands x

[@livingtheskyelife]

Amazing!! Such an incredible feeling isn’t it?

[@Lou71985]

Lovely to see all the wildlife down on the shore, I feel so sorry for them in these storms… Ace job Sarah clearing that lot just hope they don’t blow away like last time! My heart broke for you in that old video 😮 yer a wee trooper…as is Jack! That big stick took effort to carry😂 lovely modelling segment from Oor Willie very informative, but I’m here for the bloopers! “Never work with children or animals “ 😂 Godzilla is cute, u should keep him 😂x

[@dennismatthews6660]

Always entertaining. Thank you

[@jenpersoon]

The doggies are so funny! I love your channel, it’s so informative, interesting and enjoyable. You guys do a great job editing and the music is at times haunting and then fun. I’m from upstate New York so I’m intrigued by your accents!

[@livingtheskyelife]

Thank you!! So glad you’re enjoying it 😊

[@jenjenkins2936]

What a brilliant episode! I can’t wait to see more eagles! And what will those old boxes make? Brilliant clothing advice too. 😊

[@HT-io1eg]

Good gear advice. ME is also my make of choice. Design, materials, manufacture, difficult to beat. Expensive but lasts forever. I had a down sleeping bag for expeditions from them. Lifetime guarantee so when the zip failed they just sent me a new one. It failed due to some hard use (on Kilimanjaro!)

[@maggie_oshea]

Always enjoy my morning coffee on a Monday morning with your video. 🙂☕️

[@livingtheskyelife]

Sounds ideal!!

[@freckles2437]

Thank you for all that you do ❤

[@suedale1865]

Very informative vlog regarding plastic waste & suitable clothing I hope that helps budding walkers

[@jenniferfarrah3134]

Another great video, so interesting to see those Eagles 🦅, how lucky are you. I’m amazed at how so much rubbish is washed up , but great that you take time to collect it & then it’s remade into something else 👍. Thanks for sharing guys .👍😘

[@MerricMaker]

Any thought given to merino t-shirts? Slightly more money, but able to be worn at least two days in a row. They wick moisture and are equally good for being warm or keeping cool. I know your shopping options aren’t the same, but I’ve had good luck with Smartwool, Ibex, Duckworth, and Patagonia.

[@livingtheskyelife]

We’ve not used them personally, but heard good things about them

[@IanFazackerley]

Cracking pics of the eagles Sarah.class.😊👍

[@livingtheskyelife]

Thanks!!

[@debbieraby]

I appreciated the gear segment. I live in Portland, OR and we dress similarly here which helped a lot when we packed for a three week trip to Scotland. We spent three days in Ullapool and went on several hikes in that area. We also hiked on Islay. We are fortunate here in Portland to have the headquarters for Nike, Columbia and Keen in our city - plenty of appropriate clothing and footwear all around us! Oh, and my niece is a designer at Under Armour so we are well supplied. You two continue to put out quality videos which I know takes a lot of your time. Thank you.

[@tammyspurdle9208]

Very informative as well as entertaining video, thank you guys ❤

[@carolinestagg6807]

Still subscribed!! Yay !!! Hello y’all. The eagle segment is awesome. All the animal photos are !!!

[@lindawoerz8688]

You can also start onions / carrots / spring onions the same way in water I just set them in a saucer with a little bit of water in it change it out every day and just keep the water in it. And then eventually I plant them out in the dirt in the group is fine. Basically any type of root vegetable you can start this way in water. I enjoy your videos and watching you from the State of Arizona in the high desert usa.

[@nomorehate9176]

Yayyyyy!!! 60K subscribers is just around the corner!!!

[@livingtheskyelife]

Oh my gosh - it’s incredible isn’t it..?!

[@theblackdogandme]

I am NOT criticizing! This is info for the readers who are interested in wearing good outdoor layers. Cotton really is the worst layer. Especially against your skin. It does not breathe well and does not wick at all. Just becomes a big soggy mess that takes ages to dry. Use wool. Or a good quality synthetic. Or a wool and synthetic. Feel great against skin and wick very well. Cotton should never be worn. I have backcountry telemark skied in Alaska and Canada as well as bikepacking, hiking, etc. Just my opinion -fair but most experts agree. However choose what you can afford and work your way up. It can be expensive! However generally very well done and excellent practical and proven advice! Be well!

[@kathrynrose5241]

Jack spaniel makes me smile every time I see him. L ok forward to Sundays to see your wonderful videos. Thanks. ❤️👍

[@LlandereJewelry]

Keep an eye on your pups with the eagles .

[@censport]

Another great episode. As I've said before, I wish I could help out with a beach clean. Unfortunately, I've cancelled my annual trips to Scotland as I'm concerned that I might not make it out of Heathrow (due to the recent threats made by the UK police towards their critics). I don't want to end up like some of my ancestors - in a British prison over my love of Scotland! Still, I look forward to seeing what is made of those discarded plastics, and appreciate Willie's clothing tips. My skin isn't as sensitive about synthetics, so I wear Uniqlo's AIRism under everything. Really great in the hot/humid Tennessee summers. Also like the HeatTech long-johns for the winter. See you next Sunday!

[@prwoolrich]

Wonderful to see the eagles. Thank you for doing the beachcombing and recycling the clothing article. It was very good, so many people do not realize just how adverse Skye weather can be.

[@christhompson4270]

Another amazing day with the eagles and scenery. Great job on teaching us what you need for your walks ect. Take care and thank you for sharing your adventures 👏🙏❤️