A Falkirk Council binman has compete the West Highland Way for a fifth time and all for a good cause.
David Kowal took on the arduous 96-mile challenge in aid of Scottish Autism last month and was joined by two of his colleagues.
But they had to withdraw due to due to blisters.
The route takes in some of Scotland 's finest scenery including the ominously named ‘Devil’s Staircase’ and stretches from from Milngavie to Fort William.
David said: "We socialise, climb hills and go fishing together so we were really just looking for some release after two lockdowns.
"It was nice to get out with mates and enjoy the awesome scenery.
"We were lucky to be binmen in a sense as we weren't locked up for weeks on end during the pandemic, but I think the majority of us still need a holiday as we've never stopped."
"The choice of charity was easy enough. Some of my friends have children living with autism, so I thought we could do our bit.
"One friend in particular struggles as a single mum, and there isn't a good enough support structure in place for people like her and her son.
"After all, we're doing the walk anyway so why not?"
You can donate to David's fundraising for Scottish Autism through his JustGiving.
