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Turning trash into tents

Pat Kinsella

Vango teams up with the National Trust to make a range of tents and sleeping bags from recycled plastic bottles

running vert in Chamonix

Will you be Running Up For Air?

Fiona Russell

Iconic running event that campaigns for a better environment is set to go virtual this summer

New Speedland shoe

Would you pay $375 for a pair of trail running shoes?

Fiona Russell

A new company, Speedland, launches the 'no compromise' product into what they believe is a gap in the market

Ireland hiking trails

Europe's highest-rated hiking trails revealed (and the results might surprise)

Fiona Russell

Find out which country has the best hikes – according to the walkers who use them

wolf pups

First wolf pups in US state for 80 years

Fiona Russell

Mum and dad wolves Jane and John spotted with litter in Colorado

Yosemite

National parks boost US economy by over $28 billion

Kieran Cunningham

Visitor spending in communities in and surrounding national parks boosted the nation's economy by a whopping $28.6 billion in 2020

What is hiking? It’s one of the world’s most popular outdoor activities but how did the pursuit of hiking first arise and does it differ from trekking, backpacking and mountaineering? — What is hiking? We consider the nuances, the attraction and the history of the hike What is hiking? It’s one of the world’s most popular outdoor activities but how did the pursuit of hiking first arise and does it differ from trekking, backpacking and mountaineering?

The best women's sleeping bags are those designed specifically around the female form — Best women’s sleeping bags: for getting a good night’s sleep while camping and backpacking in all kinds of conditions and climates The best women's sleeping bags are those designed specifically around the female form

In this post, we answer the question “what is scrambling?” and provide further insights into how scrambling compares to regular hiking, climbing, and mountaineering — What is “scrambling” in hiking? In this post, we answer the question “what is scrambling?” and provide further insights into how scrambling compares to regular hiking, climbing, and mountaineering

The massive online sale is just around the corner, get ready with our advice — Amazon Prime Day hiking deals: when to expect huge savings this year The massive online sale is just around the corner, get ready with our advice

Our selection of the best walks in the Lake District, the UNESCO World Heritage–listed landscape that inspired Wordsworth and Wainwright — The best walks in the Lake District: from Scafell Pike to Cat Bells and beyond Our selection of the best walks in the Lake District, the UNESCO World Heritage–listed landscape that inspired Wordsworth and Wainwright

Get ready to snap up Amazon Prime Day camping deals in June — Amazon Prime Day camping deals: dates revealed for this year's discounts Get ready to snap up Amazon Prime Day camping deals in June

Our selection of the best sleeping bags ready for summer adventures will help you pick the right option whether you're off on a car camping trip or thru-hiking expedition — The best sleeping bags for comfortable nights in camp or on expedition in the mountains Our selection of the best sleeping bags ready for summer adventures will help you pick the right option whether you're off on a car camping trip or thru-hiking expedition

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Adidas Terrex Speed Pro SG

Adidas Terrex Speed Pro SG review: a lightweight and flexible racing shoe

By Dave Taylor

Lightweight and fast-draining, the Adidas Terrex Speed Pro SG review has an aggressive outsole

North Face One Bag

North Face One Bag review: a versatile sleeping bag for year-round camping

By Berne Broudy

The North Face One Bag is the multi-tool of the sleeping bag universe

Kelty Women’s Tru Comfort 20°F sleeping bag

Kelty Women’s Tru Comfort 20°F sleeping bag review: a comfortable and versatile three-season sleeping bag

By Sian Lewis

A warm but weighty three-season bag, the Kelty Women’s Tru Comfort 20°F sleeping bag is big on comfort and ideal for traditional camping

Big Agnes Women’s Sidewinder SL 35°

Big Agnes Women’s Sidewinder SL 35° review: an innovative sleeping bag for sideways snoozing

By Berne Broudy

The Big Agnes Women’s Sidewinder SL 35° is the perfect sleeping bag for those who like to curl up and sleep on their sides

Montane Isotope Hoodie

Montane Isotope Hoodie review: an ultralight fleece that ticks all the boxes for more technical and fast-paced outdoor pursuits

By Kieran Cunningham

The Montane Isotope Hoodie is an ultralight, technical fleece that works well as a stand-alone outer or as part of a layering system

Nathan Trail-Mix 7L

Nathan Trail-Mix 7L review: a super-comfortable women’s hydration backpack at a good price

By Casey Blaine

Lightweight, flexible and comfortable, the Nathan Trail-Mix 7L is wonderfully wearable

Berghaus Women’s Transition sleeping bag

Berghaus Women’s Transition sleeping bag review: a cheap and cheerful sleeping bag for summer camping

By Sian Lewis

If you need to stick to a budget, the Berghaus Women’s Transition sleeping bag is an inexpensive fair-weather bag suitable for petite women

Salomon‌ ‌Supercross‌ ‌Blast‌ ‌GTX‌

Salomon‌ ‌Supercross‌ ‌Blast‌ ‌GTX‌ ‌review: a good heavy-duty shoe for muddy trails

By Dave Taylor

With a waterproof upper, quick lacing and an aggressive tread pattern, the Salomon‌ ‌Supercross‌ ‌Blast‌ ‌GTX‌ are made for mud

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How to

Woman using a gps device for hiking

How to choose a GPS device for hiking

By Kieran Cunningham

Our guide on how to choose a GPS device for hiking provides all the info you need to find the best option for your budget and adventure type

A man learning how to stargaze under a starry night sky

How to stargaze: a beginner’s guide to ogling the night sky

By Kieran Cunningham

Our guide on how to stargaze provides the lowdown on the when, where, how and why of observing and digging the night sky

Two coffee mugs

How to make coffee when camping

By Kieran Cunningham

Our guide on how to make coffee when camping reveals 10 ways to get your fix of the brown elixir of life no matter how far from home you stray on your adventures

woman clutching her leg after suffering hiking injuries

Hiking injuries and ailments: how to avoid and treat them

By Kieran Cunningham

A guide to prevention and treatment for 10 of the most common hiking injuries, from blisters and chafing to strains, sprains, and sunburn

first aid kit for camping

How to build your own first aid kit for camping, backpacking and hiking

By Alex Langfield

Knowing how to build your own first aid kit for camping and hiking will ensure you’ve always got the necessary emergency supplies for the campsite, day hikes and wilderness adventures

two hikers wearing backpacks

How to choose a backpack: for casual day hikes, epic thru-hikes, and everything in between

By Kieran Cunningham

Our guide on how to choose a backpack offers advice on sizing, fitting, waterproofing, and all the features that contribute to a pack’s convenience, comfort, and practicality

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Travel

Hawaii’s Kilauea Caldera

Erupting volcano in Hawaii could spark local tourism

By Brian Metzler

The Kilauea volcano on the Big Island began erupting in December for the first time in more than two years

Discover Snowdonia

Discover Snowdonia to experience one of Britain's most breathtaking national parks

By Robin Alway

Discover Snowdonia National Park to explore breathtaking highs and enchanting lows in the heart of the Welsh countryside

visit Yellowstone

Visit Yellowstone to see why the world’s first national park could also be its greatest

By Amy Grisdale

Everyone needs to visit Yellowstone at least once in their life to marvel at this true wilderness in the heart of America, teeming with geothermal wonders

Trip to Yosemite

Why taking a trip to Yosemite National Park is the closest thing to hiking heaven

By Amy Grisdale

Take a trip to Yosemite, where granite mountains carved by ancient glaciers provide wildlife with a safe haven, for a life-changing experience in the outdoors

visit Hawaii Volcanoes

Visit Hawaii Volcanoes and see why it's the most spectacular national park on the planet

By Erlingur Einarsson

Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to experience a living, constantly changing environment that is so much more than a walk in the park

visit the Lake District

Why you need to visit the Lake District, the UK’s most popular national park

By Laura Mears

Boasting England’s deepest lake, highest mountain, and longest lake, visit the Lake District for nature on a truly monumental scale

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