Operation Cairngorms CIC

10/10/2025

World Mental Health Day 2025

This morning’s about perspective — the bigger picture.
Mental health isn’t a one-day focus; it’s built in the small moments, out here together.

We’re proud to play our part — using the outdoors and community to support mental health, connection, and purpose.
Fresh air. Real people. Honest conversations.

That’s where change starts.

25/09/2025

Quick reminder that this weekends Campfire gathering and overnighter was postponed.

However this month alone
Has been fantastic to building the community, not only have we had over 25 Veterans in the woodland we were able to spend 48hrs at a business development course which has already started working.

The next Veterans in the woodland is now in October and will include the option for those available to stay for longer and help build on the work at the OPCG camp, dates going live on Monday.

Thanks for the support as always!
Stu

22/09/2025

Something people dont realise is Project Momentum NE is under the OPCG banner, we wanted to create a community around fitness and being outside for all & create another revenue stream to help support OPCG.

Well me and Karl managed through grafting around everything else to somehow come in the top 30 in the world of the RUCK RACE LEAGUE, it was tough and im sure our community would agree.

But the finals are in Atlanta, help us get OPCG global, click the link.. theres a video as well which tells another story.

But me and Karl are competing and this will bring more awareness to the Veteran support world.

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/qr/xnZ9xqYW?utm_campaign=sharemodal&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=shortlink

Please > give what you can, anything literally is better than nothing!
Stronger Together.

25/08/2025

CAMPFIRE AND AXES MONTHLY MEET FOR MILITARY AND EMERGENCY SERVICES IS ON JUST CLICK THE LINK AND REGISTER.

SUNDAY 31ST 10AM - 12PM

A monthly get together at the campfire for serving and former members of the Military and members of the Emergency services.

25/08/2025

TEAM!
Theres has been a 'c0ck-up' with eventbrite that has just been brought to my attention, the lack of campfire meet!

It is still on, its this Sunday 31st 10am - 12pm up at the main camp, for military and emergency services. Ask for a minimum donation of £5 that goes towards the cost of food etc.

Those on the camp out your names are already on the list but please!! Tag folk and share to those who may want to come along.
CAMPFIRE, AXES, WITH BREWS AND BUTTIES!

YOU DO HOWEVER NEED TO CLICK THIS LINK AND REGISTER:

A monthly get together at the campfire for serving and former members of the Military and members of the Emergency services.

11/08/2025

Dont forget folks.

Next Veterans overnight camp is on the 30th August. Following this 10am on Sunday is the Campfire Gathering for those blue light and Military.

Click the link to register for the camp;

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/veterans-overnight-camp-august-2025-registration-1497659532979?aff=oddtdtcreator

Share it and lets get some Veterans outside!

06/08/2025

Not your average gym.
No walls. No mirrors. Just movement that matters.

Through Project Momentum, OPCG is bringing outdoor fitness to the community — functional training, real coaching, and zero ego.
Led by Karl Steadman, sessions are built for everyone. All levels. All backgrounds. All outside.

There aren't many places like this — and that's the point.

Come train where it feels real.
Link in bio or head to the Momentum Project page to get involved:

05/08/2025

It’s all here.

OPCG isn’t just a logo — it’s a lifeline. Camps, fitness, reconnection.

Veterans. Blue light. Community.

03/08/2025

Evening all!

The next Veterans Overnight camp has been pushed right by a week, so the Sat 30th - 31st. As always the 31st is also a Campfire gathering for red and Blue beacon.

Those wishing to attend the overnight camp please click the link below to register your details, there is a small cost involved currently that offsets the cost of the food as this is a none funded event.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/veterans-overnight-camp-august-2025-registration-1497659532979?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please feel free to share.

01/08/2025

We were finally presented with the award for Best Health and Wellbeing Service for Military Veterans in Scotland by the Veterans Awards. A big thank you to Danny from Be-inn Unity for making the trip up to the woodland to join us. It was truly worth the wait, and hearing about the shared values and work between our two organisations made it all the more meaningful.

A huge thank you to everyone who supports us on our mission to support those who have served

Can we all please welcome our Health & Well-being Gold Award winner – Sponsored by Be-inn Unity

Gold : Operation Cairngorms CIC 🏆

Unfortunately the team at Operation Cairngorms couldn't be with us on the night itself and Danny from our sponsors at Be-inn Unity travelled up to present the award in person!

Huge well done to Op Cairngorms and also massive thanks to Danny and team Be-inn Unity!

The 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Awards were sponsored by our lead sponsor DXC Technology and all our awards across the 🇬🇧 are sponsored by Thales UK and in Support of The ABF Charity and The Royal Navy Royal Marines Charity!

20/07/2025

Project Foxtrot is complete!

What an amazing weekend of memories, learning, and growth. Veterans and their families came together to thrive outdoors—axe throwing, archery, campfire cooking, and learning essential outdoor skills. We pushed through the rain, but that didn’t stop the fun! 🌧️

A huge thank you to the team from Lothians Veterans Centre for helping get this over the line, and to the entire OPCG team for making it all happen. 💪

This weekend wasn’t just about activities—it was about building connections, creating unforgettable moments, and strengthening the support network for our veterans and their families.

05/05/2025

So very happy to be able to share that Operation Cairngorms CIC has WON the Scottish Veterans Awards for Health & Wellbeing.

Thank you to everyone that has and continues to support us, offer guidance and reassurance and to those that come on our courses, this award goes out to all of you!

Thank You
Veterans Awards
Veterans' Foundation
Lothians Veterans Centre
Veterans Housing Scotland
Veterans' Gateway