
Emily Woodhouse
An adventure writer based on Dartmoor, England, Emily is an active member of Mountain Rescue and a summer Mountain Leader, but loves all things adventure – before her third birthday she had lived on three continents. Founder of Intrepid magazine, she works to help break stereotypes about women in the outdoors. Her expeditions have included walking all Dartmoor’s 119 tors in a single two-week outing, cycling to Switzerland and back, and riding the Rhine from source to sea.
Latest articles by Emily Woodhouse

How to cross a river safely – and when not to
By Emily Woodhouse, Pat Kinsella last updated
Knowing how to cross a river safely and when not to even try is a crucial skill for all wilderness walkers

Rock climbing for beginners: the big questions answered
By Emily Woodhouse last updated
Get an overview of the basics in this quick guide to rock climbing for beginners

My Favourite Hike: the Helvellyn Ridge
By Emily Woodhouse published
One of the Lake District’s classic ridgelines, done from south to north in its entirety – without the need for a car at either end

Types of wetsuit: a handy guide to choosing wetsuits
By Emily Woodhouse published
Here's the lowdown on what to look out for when you're buying a wetsuit

What is an air tent? Everything you need to know
By Emily Woodhouse published
What is an air tent? We explain how the inflatable beams work plus the pros and cons of these easy-to-use tents

How to boil water while camping: top tips when you want a brew
By Emily Woodhouse last updated
The key to heating up water on camp – for anything from dehydrated meals to a nice cup of tea

Types of backpack: your best options for carrying that weight
By Emily Woodhouse published
We help you choose, from all the different types of backpacks, which bag is right for you

What is a fly sheet and why do you need one on a tent?
By Emily Woodhouse published
Everything you need to know about fly sheets – including what they actually do and why they’re a useful part of your tent

What is a mid layer and why they form a crucial part of your layering system
By Alex Foxfield, Emily Woodhouse published
A quick guide to what a mid layer is and why you want to be wearing one outdoors.

Our 8 best walks on Dartmoor: from wild open moor to the tops of Yes Tor
By Emily Woodhouse published
Our selection of the best walks on Dartmoor, amid some of the most evocative and wildest terrain in the United Kingdom

BMC launches new hillwalking-focused podcast
By Emily Woodhouse published
The British Mountaineering Council's new podcast Wild Horizons will focus on a new coast or mountain destination each week

Watch the UK's National Parks in 100 seconds
By Emily Woodhouse published
New short film demystifies the make up of UK National Parks using a visual representation of the landscape

National Running Show announces new summer dates
By Emily Woodhouse published
The show has moved from June to July after the UK lockdown roadmap announcement

Over £700,000 raised to support injured mountain rescuer after fall
By Emily Woodhouse published
Volunteer Chris Lewis fell 150m on Red Screes in the Lake District, sustaining life changing injuries, during a rescue

National Camping Show pushes back dates to May
By Emily Woodhouse published
The first National Camping Show moves its show dates from March to May

Ramblers Scotland introduces free Out There Award for 18-26 year olds
By Emily Woodhouse published
The award aims to empower young people to be able to enjoy the outdoors regardless of background

Friday 5: interview with trail runner Claire Maxted
By Emily Woodhouse published
We have a quick chat with trail runner, YouTuber and recent author Claire Maxted

Fort William Mountain Festival goes online for 2021
By Emily Woodhouse published
Watch a huge array of films and interviews from the comfort of your own home 19 - 25 February 2021

Equip celebrate becoming Climate Neutral with free online webinar
By Emily Woodhouse published
Glaciers of the Alps will reflect on climate change through the photographs of Bernd Ritschel and launch photo competition

New innovation in tent pegs: the Titan Ground Anchor
By Emily Woodhouse last updated
Mark Turnbull creates and manufactures a new type of tent peg, after frustration with substandard pegs

CamelBak MultiBev bottle wins ISPO Award 2021
By Emily Woodhouse last updated
Hydration system manufacturer CamelBak scoops the award in Urban Life at ISPO 2021

Lost dog rescued by walkers in snowy mountains after 2 weeks missing
By Emily Woodhouse last updated
The stranded Golden Retriever was carried for several hours over snow and ice to be reunited with her family

Polartec celebrates 30 years with photo contest and more
By Emily Woodhouse published
Send in your old family hiking photos for the chance to win a designer armchair made of Polartec off-cuts
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