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Rosee Woodland developed a taste for adventure at a young age, growing up in a home where camping was the default holiday, and good weather was a vacation bonus rather than a necessity. After bike-packing the length of France in her mid teens with her family, she started to undertake solo forays in her 20s, usually without the benefit of much technical gear at all. Happily, the years she later spent as a mountain biking journalist eventually gave her an appreciation of decent kit! These days she loves a water-based adventure, and is an outdoor swim coach, and a keen free diver. She has a soft spot for Northern Ireland's Mourne mountains, and can also be found hiking and kayaking in Pembrokeshire and the South West of the UK.

Latest articles by Rosee Woodland

Red 30L Waterproof Roll Top Dry Bag Backpack review: a seemingly simple dry bag that's worth a closer look

By Rosee Woodland published 22 April 24

Its looks may suggest back to basics, but this dry bag has a wealth of features at a great value price

Camping

New Yetis in the wild – limited edition color for the brand riding a wave of popularity

By Rosee Woodland published 22 April 24

Surf-inspired fresh hue Big Wave Blue hits the shelves after months of speculation

Camping

A puddle on a footpath leading along a hillside leading to Kinder Scout with Kinder reservoir below.

"The right to swim is not just legal permission" – the wild swimmers planning their own Kinder trespass

By Rosee Woodland published 22 April 24

Hundreds expected to break the law in protest at the historic site and other reservoirs around the UK

Swimming

The river near Little Marlow treatment works

"We're not responsible for telling you whether you can swim in the rivers or not" - shocking message from water company polluting a world-famous river

By Rosee Woodland published 18 April 24

Water company on the defensive after discharging dangerous levels of waste into the Thames

Outdoor fitness

Dunraven beach in South Wales, where human remains were discovered

Hikers made a grisly discovery at this famous beach, and the police are involved

By Rosee Woodland published 17 April 24

Human remains were spotted by walkers when an ancient wall collapsed

Outdoor fitness

"Don't even think about wild swimming here" - new study reveals shocking pollution levels in the Thames

By Rosee Woodland published 16 April 24

Water company accused of discharging dangerous levels of waste into the world-famous river

Outdoor fitness

Salmon Creek waterfall at Big Sur in California

21-year-old hiker dies after falling from waterfall in Big Sur, California

By Rosee Woodland published 15 April 24

Young hiker fell 120ft from the well known hiking spot while on a climbing trip to Big Sur

Hiking

Rosee Woodland wearing the Red Pro EVO changing robe

Red Equipment EVO Pro changing robe review: a super cozy changing robe with great eco credentials

By Rosee Woodland published 15 April 24

An extra-snuggly changing robe with a host of useful features and superb storage

Camping

D-Robe 20L roll-top backpack review: a stylish dry bag that works for commuters and adventurers alike

By Rosee Woodland published 14 April 24

A smart-looking, well-made dry bag that has a hidden wealth of features and should stand up to a real battering

Camping

Open water swimmers wearing wetsuits getting ready to go swimming in a Scottish loch

The best wild swimming gear: what to wear and what to take

By Rosee Woodland published 7 April 24

Our essential guide to every bit of wild swimming kit you could possibly want and why you need it - or not

Swimming

UK, Essex, female wild swimmer standing in a lake touching the water at sunrise

The best wild swimming spots: find the perfect place to take the plunge near you

By Rosee Woodland published 6 April 24

Everything you need to know to discover the best places to go wild swimming close to home

Swimming

How to stay safe in open water: wild swimming for beginners

By Rosee Woodland published 6 April 24

If you’re keen to go wild swimming but don’t know how to stay safe in open water, then read on for our golden rules

Swimming

Bond actor Pierce Brosnan pleads not guilty to going off trail in Yellowstone

By Rosee Woodland last updated 19 January 24

The Hollywood star has pleaded not guilty to trespassing in a geothermal area, and a hearing is scheduled for February

Hiking

walking trail near the Three Sisters in Blue Mountains National Park, Australia

Four people recovering after being struck by lightning in Australia’s Blue Mountains

By Rosee Woodland published 4 January 24

The group were gripping onto a metal railing on the Three Sisters trail when they were hit

Hiking

Gravel riding is hitting new heights in popularity, according to Strava's latest data

By Rosee Woodland published 3 January 24

Strava's 2023 report suggests a huge spike in this off-road trend

Bikepacking