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Updated DYK query On December 31, 2006, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Mingulay, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the "Did you know?" talk page.
Updated DYK query On January 10, 2007, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article World Heritage Sites in Scotland, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the "Did you know?" talk page.
Updated DYK query On 23 January, 2007, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Fauna of Scotland, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the "Did you know?" talk page.
Updated DYK query On 21 February, 2007, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Renewable energy in Scotland, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the "Did you know?" talk page.
Updated DYK query On 5 March, 2007, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Lunga, Firth of Lorn , which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the "Did you know?" talk page.
Updated DYK query On 20 July, 2007, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article List of Orkney islands, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the Did you know? talk page.
Updated DYK query On 12 October, 2007, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article John Sands, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the Did you know? talk page.
Updated DYK query On 27 December, 2007, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Hinba, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the Did you know? talk page.
Updated DYK query On 7 February, 2008, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Skerryvore, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the Did you know? talk page.
Updated DYK query On 10 April, 2008, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Beinn an Tuirc windfarm, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the Did you know? talk page.
Updated DYK query On 22 May, 2008, Did you know? was updated with a fact from the article Stair-step Moss, which you created or substantially expanded. If you know of another interesting fact from a recently created article, then please suggest it on the Did you know? talk page.



A Barnstar!
For the great new article Renewable energy in Scotland, respect to you Mr Munro :) sbandrews 17:16, 17 February 2007

A Barnstar!
Brickbat re discussion of DYK Fauna of Scotland begun 23 January 2007 at Wikipedia talk:Did you know

A Barnstar!
Awarded for excellent review of the World energy consumption and resources article. Frank van Mierlo 4:26, 12 March 2007

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The Geography Barnstar

For guiding List of islands of Scotland to Featured status. Also for the idea and work to create Wikipedia:WikiProject Scottish Islands. Finavon 16:11, 28 July 2007

A Barnstar!
Barnstar_of_National_Merit

Given with respect and admiration to Ben MacDui for all your work improving Wikipedia's coverage of Scotland in a wide variety of well-written articles, especially on the occasion of Renewable energy in Scotland being promoted to Featured Article. Ruhrfisch 14:17, 31 August 2007

A Barnstar!
The Environmental Barnstar

Awarded in recognition of your contribute to the following environment article: Renewable energy in Scotland Alex 10:43, 26 October 2007 (UTC)

Given with respect and admiration to Ben MacDui in recognition of your many helpful reviews, especially for your sharp eye on Plunketts Creek and Larrys Creek, thanks Ruhrfisch ><>°° 04:09, 27 October 2007 (UTC)
I, Durova, am delighted to bestow these imperial triple crown jewels upon BenMacDui for superb contributions to Wikipedia's coverage of Scotland. Thank you for your generous efforts to build a better encyclopedia. DurovaCharge! 04:22, 3 December 2007 (UTC)

Your Imperial Majesty, someday I hope to see some of those islands myself. A delightful read! DurovaCharge! 04:22, 3 December 2007 (UTC)

Pennsylvania State Parks Groundhog Award, with Featured Article Star
This award is given with respect and admiration to Ben MacDui for assistance in helping Black Moshannon State Park become a Featured Article from Ruhrfisch and Dincher (talk) 18:19, 27 April 2008 (UTC)
The Original Barnstar
Given with respect and admiration to Ben MacDui for you work on Timeline of prehistoric Scotland, especially for your calm and patient attitude through a long and challenging FLC. Yours, Ruhrfisch ><>°° 00:04, 3 May 2008 (UTC)
The Admin's Barnstar
Awarded to administrator Ben MacDui in recognition of his lengthy work on 'Community de-adminship', and for his flawless and inspiring civility throughout the regrettably dramatic final stages. Thanks for being an inspiration to me and all clueful Wikipedians! Jusdafax 00:08, 12 April 2010 (UTC)

Ben MacDui has been identified as an Awesome Wikipedian,
so I've officially declared today as Ben MacDui's Day!
For being a great person and awesome Wikipedian,
enjoy being the star of the day, Ben MacDui!

Signed, Neutralhomer

A Highland Barnstar
I know how much work is involved in writing and referencing an article such as Outer Hebrides, which brings together a very wide range of information. Congratulations on an impressive achievement. hamiltonstone (talk) 00:26, 10 January 2011 (UTC)
Four Award
Congratulations! You have been awarded the Four Award for your work from beginning to end on Rachel Chiesley, Lady Grange. TonyTheTiger (T/C/BIO/WP:CHICAGO/WP:FOUR) 05:58, 2 March 2012 (UTC)
--TonyTheTiger (T/C/BIO/WP:CHICAGO/WP:FOUR) 05:58, 2 March 2012 (UTC)
The Barnstar of Good Humor
Made me smile, will you accept photographic proof? Wee Curry Monster talk 21:11, 16 March 2012 (UTC)