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
I've been hiking with this tough Osprey daypack for 15 years and it still looks good as new – it's 31% off right now
By Julia Clarke published
The Osprey Daylite is neat, durable and on sale
"Our right to sleep under the stars is under threat" – rallies planned as court set to rule on Dartmoor camping access
By Julia Clarke published
England's access to the outdoors hangs in the balance with the upcoming Supreme Court case
We loved this lightweight backpacking tent from The North Face when we took it into the wild, and it's 30% off right now
By Julia Clarke published
We loved how easy this tent was to pack and pitch on our adventures
Hiker missing for a week found "a little worse for wear but in good spirits" after getting lost looking for remote pub
By Julia Clarke published
The pub requires a 30-mile trek to reach
"Stay on boardwalks" – Yellowstone officials urge caution after hiker breaks through thin crust into scalding water
By Julia Clarke published
The woman was airlifted to hospital for treatment for third-degree burns
Cold weather got you down? The Arc'teryx approach shoe that doubles as a recovery shoe just got a major winter upgrade
By Julia Clarke published
Arc'teryx has updated its newest approach shoe with warm insulation so you can keep climbing through the cold season
Another 100-mile course record is demolished in Colorado – this time super shoes were not involved
By Julia Clarke published
The Canadian runner won her first 100-miler, shattering the women's course record by nearly half an hour
Columbia Arctic Crest Technical Sherpa Fleece Jacket review: a heavyweight for the coldest of weather
By Julia Clarke published
This retro-styled fleece harnesses the wisdom of nature with Columbia's newest insulating technology
UTMB champ Vincent Bouillard reveals the GPS watch he wore for his runaway success (and no, it's not a Garmin)
By Julia Clarke published
The French runner has shared details of the watch he used for his recent victory at the ultra marathon, and how he used it to his advantage
We love these Danner hiking boots for their support, comfort and traction – and they're 50% off right now
By Julia Clarke published
The style is highly rated, but has been discontinued, so act fast
Montane Alpine 850 Nano Hoodie review: the new gold standard in ultralight down jackets?
By Julia Clarke published
Impossibly lightweight, this jacket has non-toxic gold – yes, gold – particles bonded to the goose down insulation for fast-drying performance in cold, wet weather
It's gilet season at last, and these 2 cozy Patagonia vests are up to $70 off right now
By Julia Clarke published
Stay warm without overheating on fall hikes with these performance-ready gilets
Garmin SOS hailed as "most reliable way to call for help" in the backcountry after rescue of hiker mauled by bear
By Julia Clarke published
Officials received the SOS activation on Friday morning and were able to evacuate the hiker from the area
Finally, "a glimmer of closure" as personal items found on Colorado mountain where hiker disappeared 19 years ago
By Julia Clarke published
Michelle Vanek’s disappearance in 2005 sparked a large-scale search effort
Short on time? Check out these 4 hacks to maximize your hike
By Julia Clarke published
Get the most out of your hikes when time is in short supply
I ran 50km in The North Face shirt Katie Schide wore to win the UTMB – and it’s my new favorite running top
By Julia Clarke published
3 reasons why I've fallen in love with this running shirt
Ultra runner races 330km across Italy, still finds the energy to tell Ford Motors to "f*** off" at the finish line
By Julia Clarke published
The British ultra runner is one of the founders of The Green Runners community group
Massive recall of popular climbing harnesses underway due to fall hazard
By Julia Clarke published
Petzl has announced the recall of nearly 28,000 climbing harnesses that have been sold in North America
Check out this nifty Fall Foliage Map that helps you catch the leaves at their peak this autumn
By Julia Clarke published
Use this super handy tool to plan your fall National Park trip
Columbia Arctic Crest Down Hooded Jacket review: ultralight warmth that doubles as a camping pillow? Yes, please
By Julia Clarke published
This superlight down jacket attracts the heat from the sun and holds it close to your body
What is a switchback in hiking? And why shouldn't you bypass them?
By Julia Clarke last updated
We reveal what switchbacks are in hiking and explore why the long and winding road is better for both you and the natural world
Hurry, these highly rated (but rarely discounted) trail running shoes from Nike are under $100 right now
By Julia Clarke published
This is a huge discount on these popular trail running shoes
"Trail shoes are in the midst of a seismic shift" – Leadville 100 winner reveals the Adidas shoes he wore to break the record
By Julia Clarke published
Ultra runner and Leadville 100 record holder discusses why super shoes are changing the landscape of trail running
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