The Field of Storms

If you are not aware, Achnasheen in the Gaelic translates as 'the field of storms', and this seems to be worrying a few people.

But worry not. Although it's true that Achnasheen does enjoy a rather wetter and windier climate than most, we're on the case to ensure that whatever the weather it won't spoil your enjoyment of this exciting event.

We are ensuring that adequate duck-boarding runs throughout the site, including 'walks' through to the campsite, plus we'll be having a 'Tipi village', for those of you who want to camp but don't want the hassle of all that camping involves.

The Tipis will be in their own area, with parking, showers, loos, a cafe and chill-out-lounge. Each Tipi is ready erected, and will have six beds, stove and carpet.

In addition, having researched what other successful 'fests' have done (Tartan Heart, Loopallu, Glasto), we've decided to have Big Tops housing each of the music genres.

And talking of music - our collegue Chris has expressed concern: "The question is: are they making it all up? Or are they dressing up real developments with unlikely-sounding names and conversations?"

In answer: YES, we're dressing up the real developments with unlikely-sounding names and conversations....

Already the 'net is buzzing with rumours of Led Zep and Floyd - and because we're still in discussions we couldn't possibly deny or confirm. Needless to say we remain positive that Otterfest 08 will be THE music fest to end all fests.

We believe that we should all have some fun along the way - so, dear reader, sit back and continue to enjoy our updates. There's a lot to be done, you can be sure that you'll read it here first when 'it' happens....