
Julia Clarke
Julia Clarke is a staff writer for Advnture.com and the author of the book Restorative Yoga for Beginners. She loves to explore mountains on foot, bike, skis and belay and then recover on the the yoga mat. Julia graduated with a degree in journalism in 2004 and spent eight years working as a radio presenter in Kansas City, Vermont, Boston and New York City before discovering the joys of the Rocky Mountains. She then detoured west to Colorado and enjoyed 11 years teaching yoga in Vail before returning to her hometown of Glasgow, Scotland in 2020 to focus on family and writing.
Latest articles by Julia Clarke

Cape Town to host 2027 World Mountain and Trail Running Championships, with Table Mountain's trails set to "pose a stern challenge to elite runners"
By Julia Clarke published
This is the first time the prestigious races will come to Africa

Trailforks launches long-awaited Apple Watch app, saying "we’re meeting users where they are"
By Julia Clarke published
Get offline maps, on-wrist navigation, and more with the new Trailforks

Melting glacier reveals remains of British scientist who fell into crevasse in Antarctica 66 years ago
By Julia Clarke published
Dennis Bell disappeared in an accident aged 25 during a glacier survey

Hiker dies after being bitten by rattlesnake he picked up in Tennessee state park
By Julia Clarke published
The man was a half mile along the trail when the incident occurred

Search underway for 23-year-old who disappeared in Rocky Mountain National Park after being dropped off by rideshare
By Julia Clarke published
The man was not said to be prepared for an overnight in the wild

"In a word: gnarly" – the tenacious Hoka Mafate 5 trail runner has landed
By Julia Clarke last updated
The trail running giant is calling the newest iteration of the Mafate more cushioned and protective than ever before

Missing US hiker, 27, found dead in remote Spanish National Park after weeks-long search operation
By Julia Clarke published
Cole Henderson texted a friend to say he was putting his phone on airplane mode before disappearing

Finisterre adds adaptive Yulex wetsuits to rental program, saying "the sea doesn’t discriminate, and neither should access to it"
By Julia Clarke published
The move makes Finisterre the first company in the world to offer adaptive Yulex wetsuit rental as standard

Gourmet backpacker? You'll love this top-rated Santoku Knife Set from GSI Outdoors, and it's under $10 right now
By Julia Clarke published
Deals Grab this popular backpacking knife for 40% off

Turns out the real winner of this year’s Western States was Hoka, according to new survey of shoes worn by running’s elite
By Julia Clarke published
A survey of data collected by iRunFar has revealed that Hokas were by far the most popular shoe choice at this year’s WSER

With the fee to climb Everest set to rise drastically, Nepal just opened up 97 peaks for free
By Julia Clarke published
The move comes as the cost of climbing Everest is set to rise by more than a third

Room for improvement? The Patagonia Nano-Puff gets a glow up for fall, with an improved fit and tougher build
By Julia Clarke published
The latest edition of the brand’s most popular jacket gives you more wiggle room

The best Garmin watches 2025: explore Alpine trails or chase a new PB with a smartwatch that will keep you on course
By Julia Clarke, Cat Ellis, Charlie Lyon, Will Symons last updated
From rugged builds for multi-day missions in the mountains to sleek and lightweight running companions, the best Garmin watches combine reliable GPS, advanced performance metrics and long battery life to suit every kind of athlete and adventurer

These rugged new women's hiking boots from The North Face give the Hoka Kahas a run for their money, and they're a massive 30% off right now
By Julia Clarke published
Deals These popular boots are down to just $140 in The North Face's end-of-season sale

Mount Vesuvius closed to hikers as 2-mile-wide wildfire erupts on famous volcano
By Julia Clarke published
Local media reports that a new wave of flames opened up overnight

Adventure alert! Next summer you'll be able to take a scenic train between stunning Banff and Jasper National Parks
By Julia Clarke published
Explore Canada's finest scenic spots from the comfort of the Rocky Mountaineer

Katie Schide battles for third place at iconic Sierre-Zinal mountain race as Kenyan runners dominate in Swiss Alps
By Julia Clarke published
It was the ultra running legend's second time on the course

Massive wildfire sweeps Arthur's Seat, Scottish hiking spot popularized by Netflix show One Day
By Julia Clarke published
The blaze comes as the Scottish capital is flooded by visitors for the Edinburgh Festival

"Next peak: Mount Everest" – now we know why Fuzhao Xiang isn't taking on the 100-mile distance at this year's UTMB finals
By Julia Clarke last updated
Xiang checks in from nearly 25,000ft above sea level

Jim Walmsley confirms UTMB 2025 bid – here's who else is starting, and who's missing from the list at ultra running's biggest race
By Julia Clarke last updated
The start list for the UTMB finals in August has been released, and as usual, it's a veritable Who's Who of ultra running – but there are some notable runners missing

Garmin inReach Mini 2 review: I'm lucky I didn't need this tiny, life-saving gadget at Everest Base Camp – but I wouldn't go without it
By Julia Clarke published
Garmin is the gold standard of satellite communicators, and this device helps you head into the backcountry with confidence

"You can count on it for years" – the sturdy Gerber Gear Swagger Folding Pocket Knife just dropped below $25 at Amazon
By Julia Clarke published
Deals Save 41% on this popular camping knife on Amazon

Patagonia's perennially popular Nano Puff jacket just got a burlier cousin, and it has us wishing winter would get here already
By Julia Clarke published
Meet the Patagonia Hi-Loft Nano Puff Hoody

"Was it “help”? Or worse, Nickelback?": lone camper's singing accidentally draws major mountain rescue response
By Julia Clarke published
The man's strangled cries were mistaken by nearby hikers as a call for help

Leki Skytera FX Carbon SL trekking poles review: these outrageously light poles gave me all the support I needed for the 80-mile trek to Everest Base Camp
By Julia Clarke published
These lightweight, innovative poles combine Z-shaped and telescopic design to give you tons of options for hiking, fastpacking, and trail running
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