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Yet over-riding everything, there hangs an indefinable, almost supernatural quality that breeds a deep and abiding affection among all those privileged to share Skye’s secrets. Some describe it as ‘the Magic of Skye’, Seton Gordon called it the ‘Charm of Skye’, others ‘Skye fever’. Perhaps it has something to do with the elfin lore that pervades this island of mist, or the invigorating purity of the air, or the clarity of its light, or the wealth of legend, or simply the indelible imprint Skye makes on an open and receptive mind.

Your passage and presence across the Skye landscape, a long-established feature of access in Scotland generally, is matched by a kindness and understanding from those who own the land, and those who use it to produce a living. Proper and responsible appreciation of that kindness and understanding will not go unrewarded.

To everyone who ventures on to Skye in search of the rewards I have found, I wish you well and many hours of enjoyment that I know will flow from your quest. Maintain your faith with Skye, and Skye will keep its faith with you.