Declan Robison

My name is Declan, but on the trail I go by 'Bagel' I hiked the Long Trail in 2022, and am now setting off on a thru-hike around the Scottish Highlands before heading off to the Peace Corps. Expect good views, good whisky, and good vibes.

Posts

The West Highland Way – Haggis, History, and Hail

The West Highland Way – Haggis, History, and Hail

Trail 2 of the Highland zig-zag is underfoot now, with my second hike of the West Highland Way is done. This trail holds a bit of a special place

Apr 2, 2024 : Declan Robison
The Rob Roy Way – Wintery Mix

The Rob Roy Way – Wintery Mix

Trail one of my zig-zag through the Scottish Highlands, The Rob Roy Way, is done and dusted. All things considered, it was probably the most

Mar 27, 2024 : Declan Robison
Everything (about) Bagel

Everything (about) Bagel

Who Am I I’m a 23 (almost 24) year old American dude who has been blessed enough to have lived in Edinburgh, Scotland, for the past five years.

Mar 19, 2024 : Declan Robison
Best Laid Plans: The Four (Five?) Trails I’m Hiking in Scotland this Spring

Best Laid Plans: The Four (Five?) Trails I’m Hiking in Scotland this Spring

The plans for hikes, like so many other things in life, rarely survive first contact with the real world. Anyone who has put together a spreadsheet

Mar 15, 2024 : Declan Robison