Man and dog trek across Canada to raise money to restore Scotland's Highland forests

Michael Yellowlees from from Birnam in Perthshire, Scotland, along with his Alaskan husky Luna, have trekked the width of Canada from the Pacific to the Atlantic to raise money to rewild the Scottish Highlands. They started their 5,000-mile journey in March and have so far raised over £40,000 for Moray-based rewilding charity Trees for Life. The money will go towards planting trees and restoring the natural habitats of the ancient Caledonian Forest, which once stretched across Scotland.

Talking of his journey Michael said:

"I've been marched into towns by pipe bands, applauded by crowds lining the streets, and inundated with offers of food, clothing and shelter.

"It has also been emotional. The huge population of people of Scottish descent in Canada is partly a consequence of the Highland Clearances, which were accompanied by ecological destruction.

"Canada is a beautiful land with an abundance of woodland and wildlife. This journey has been about raising awareness and funds to help restore the Scottish Highlands to a flourishing ecosystem as part of our contribution to tackling the twin global emergencies of climate change and biodiversity loss."

To support Michael and Luna's epic fundraising drive, visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/michaelandlunarewild.

Link: Michael Yellowlees and his dog, Luna, complete 5000-mile trek across Canada - from The Northern Scot.