An Inverness swimmer is to join TV experts Neil Oliver and Professor Iain Stewart as the case will be made as to why they feel the fragile landscape of the Flow Country should be recognised as a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Calum Maclean, who has explored much of Scotland’s wildlife as a swimmer, filmmaker and broadcaster, is to MC the event at Eden Court on Sunday.
Audience members will hear why the lineup feel the beauty and wildlife of the area requires recognised status, with emphasis being placed on the environmental and cultural importance the Flow Country provides during a time where a climate emergency has been declared.
The event has been organised by a consortium of conservation bodies, including The Peatlands Partnership and Wildland Limited, owned by Anders Polvsen, with the event promoting the ongoing bid to secure the future of the rugged landscape for generations to come.
Mr Maclean said: “The Flow Country is a fascinating area and to achieve greater recognition and appreciation for this remarkable place would mean a great deal to all of us who enjoy Scotland’s natural environment.
“I am delighted to have been asked to compere the evening and very excited to hear all the speakers’ presentations.”
Joe Perry, project co-ordinator of the Flow Country World Heritage Site Working Group, welcomed the announcement that Mr Maclean is to host the event.
He said: “Calum’s career as a wild swimmer has introduced many more people to the beautiful spaces that exist across Scotland and that the natural environment can be enjoyed in so many ways.
“I hope that Calum’s involvement in Full Flow will encourage more people to come and find out about the Flow Country and the bid for Unesco World Heritage Site Status.”
