RNLI SOS day 2010 is on 29 January, so now is the time to really get planning.

Burns night celebrations are a popular SOS activity for those in Scotland (or those who just wish they were in Scotland!), and Talisker whisky is proud to be involved. The company will provide RNLI fundraising packs, which last year contained recipes, music, toasts and collection boxes.

Also, anyone who pledges to raise £250 or more will receive a bottle of Talisker’s award-winning single malt, to help the evening go smoothly. Visit the fabulous new website, rnli.org.uk/sos, to sign up and see the advert on page 20 for more ideas.