Then we have stalking for red deer and we keep the venison and sell it and make a small profit. And finally, there is forestry, which is a long term investment. Lochiel believes emphatically that the clan has a significant role to play in the twentieth century. I do feel that as chief I am a focal point for the clan and I feel a great sense of responsibility. The old clan idea died in 1745, but the concept has taken on a new form.
People love history and tradition and they want to know what their ancestors did and how they lived.
But it's very hard to get enthusiasm going in Scotland itself. He has recently visited Australia and New Zealand. In Australia there are 2000 clan members and in New Zealand, 1500. We went to Brisbane where there was no clan association and some people organised a dinner announcing that I was coming. Imagine if I went to Glasgow and it was announced that the Chief of Clan Cameron was coming.