Things are happening!
As the days gradually get lighter, Moder Dy is beginning to come to life, our plans and aspirations taking shape as we enter Moder Dy's...
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Feb 20, 20192 min read
New finds reveal an ancient fishing saga.
The other week I was having a meeting with Dr Ian Tait, Curator, of the Shetland Museum & Archives. My meetings with Ian are always...
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Jan 28, 20192 min read
Up Helly Aa!
The Lerwick Up Helly Aa is one of a series of fire festivals that take place across Shetland at this time of year. The famous procession...
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Dec 19, 20182 min read
The Tragic Secret of a Sanik Noost
Here at Sanik (Sandwick) on Burra there are two noosts, lying side-by-side. Noosts were the garages of their day that housed boats. These...
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Dec 15, 20183 min read
Vikings in Scotland: burials, bling and the fish event horizon!
When I spotted the Vikings in Scotland conference advertised I knew it was once again time to make the trip to the bright lights of...
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Dec 10, 20181 min read
Repair a Shetland Oar
Hope you enjoy this short video. If you have a clinker boat in need of repair then contact Moder Dy. We will be happy to come and have a...
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Dec 7, 20181 min read
Hello from Moder Dy!
We are very, very, excited by our new, and innovative company. Our mission is to engage with people to protect, preserve, and bring to...
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