How to Practice Coorie
Now you know what coorie is, you probably want to go out and start living the coorie life. Here are our suggestions for some coorie-approved activities to get you started.
Go for a nature walk
Whether you’re a Munro-bagging hiking pro or prefer a leisurely stroll through fiels or woodlands, there is something for everyone in Scotland’s numerous walking routes. Take the time to roam and enjoy the world around you. Nothing smells quite as good as fresh air and leaves crunching under foot.
Take a daring dip
An icy wild swim can wake you up and reset a tired, groggy brain. There are plenty of locations to pick from depending on whether you prefer to swim in lochs or in the sea, just remember to stay in groups and stick close to the shore - you want to be able to get to a towel easily when the cold gets too much.
Care for your garden
You can’t get much closer to nature than by caring for it. November is perfect for planting bulbs ready to bloom in the spring or nurture the one houseplant you own that manages to survive the changing temperatures. If you don’t have much space, you can always try growing rosemary by your kitchen window - it is incredibly hardy, able to survive cool climates, droughts and it will give your kitchen a fantastic fragrance, as well as saving money when you need to add herbs to your winter cooking.
Skim some stones
Another fun outdoor activity, stone skimming has a special connection to Scotland, as the World Stone Skimming Championships are held on Easdale Island every year. Just make sure to look out for any wildlife before you begin, as most ducks do not take kindly to being hit with rocks!
Learn to knit
A cosy winter blanket is an essential coorie item and knitting it yourself is an opportunity to learn a new skill and stay inside when the weather is just too wet and cold to venture into the great outdoors.
Have a song and a dance
Coorie isn’t just about exploring the outdoors or curling up in front of a fire, it is also about embracing friends and family and finding moments to live in the present, without worrying about the things that normally keep your brain busy. What better way to do this than by putting on your favourite music, and dancing around the living room together. You can even make it an event and find a local ceilidh to attend. If there isn’t one happening near you, perhaps you can organise one yourself.
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