Here at the BWWC we're lucky enough to be working with some of the leading figures in the world of wildlife - none more so than Scotland's best known natural history photographer, Laurie Campbell. Laurie sometimes drops me an e-mail to let me know what he's up to, and his latest project has been photographing Otters.

In an exclusive to the BWWC, you're the first people to see these unpublished images straight from the field - amazing portraits of one of Britain's most elusive and best-loved mammals as seen though the lens of the leading exponent of his art.

Many thanks, Laurie, and for those of you coming along on our Laurie Campbell package in a couple of weeks, we look forward to welcoming you.

Hot off the Press: the Birdwatching and Wildlife Club is delighted to announce that it is to offer two unique breaks, new to 2009.

In May 2009, Scotland's best known wildlife photographer, Laurie Campbell, will be delivering a one day photography workshop! This 3 night package is strictly limited to 10 people to ensure one-to-one tuition and would make an ideal Christmas present for aspiring wildlife photographers.

Following this, in August 2009, we will be offering a 4 night wildlife sketching and painting holiday called 'A Brush with the Wild'. Hosted by internationally-renowned wildlife artist, Derek Robertson, and again limited to 10 people, you will get the chance to sketch some of the unique wildlife of the Cairngorms National Park in the field whilst brushing up on your skills in the comfort of our newly-refurbished hotel.

Both breaks should also be a fun and relaxing way to experience the wildlife of the Cairngorms whilst meeting other like-minded people.

For more details on either package, call 0800 0438585.
For more information on Laurie Campbell visit www.lauriecampbell.com
For more information on Derek Robertson visit www.derekrobertson.com

P.S. I thought the winters were supposed to be draughty and "dreich" as they say up here, but yet another frosty, sunny weekend of endless blue skies. It's so unfair!