Will Symons
Will Symons developed his love of the outdoors as a student, exploring every inch of Sussex’s South Downs national park and wild swimming off the Brighton seafront. Now a Staff Writer for Advnture, Will previously worked as a freelance journalist and writer, covering everything from cricket to ancient history. Like most Advnture staff, Will’s time is rarely spent indoors, he can often be found hiking, wild swimming or playing cricket.
Latest articles by Will Symons
Snap Garmin update aims to fix frequent and random crashes
By Will Symons published
Available on the Fenix 8, Fenix E, and Enduro 3 models, this latest patch seeks to remedy issues with Garmin's Connect IQ feature
90-year-old hiker found safe after two days lost in Hong Kong's backcountry
By Will Symons published
The pensioner was discovered exhausted but unharmed in a remote village after a lengthy search operation
Trail runners and hikers come together to restore wildfire-damaged trails in Connecticut
By Will Symons published
Outdoor enthusiasts from across Connecticut met to raise funds for major restoration projects on the state's Blue-blazed trail system
Arguments over Arapiles climbing bans rage on as Aboriginal leader blasts lawmakers
By Will Symons published
Climbers, lawmakers, and Aboriginal community leaders in war of words over proposed climbing and hiking bans in the iconic Mount Arapiles-Tooan State Park
Quick! You can save a whopping $480 on the iconic Garmin Epix Gen 2 smartwatch right now
By Will Symons last updated
With the holidays right around the corner, now is the perfect time to cash in on this epic deal and snag a top-of-the-range Garmin watch
Be quick and you can save $75 on these winter-ready hiking women's boots from Arc'teryx
By Will Symons published
Right now you can save 30% off the tough and durable Acrux GTX TR hiking boots from Arc'teryx
Legendary veteran climber teams up with teenage sensation to attempt ground-breaking Himalayan ascent
By Will Symons published
Veteran alpinist Simone Moro and teenage record-breaker Nima Rinji Sherpa will be attempting the never-before-done climb alongside extreme film-maker Oswald Rodrigo Pereira
“This is about proving that disability does not mean inability” – meet the para-athlete skiing to the South Pole without the use of his left foot
By Will Symons published
Jonny Huntington is aiming to become the first disabled athlete to traverse all 566 miles from the tip of Antarctica to the South Pole
Major Garmin update brings new meditation mode and more to your smartwatch
By Will Symons published
You'll soon be able to meditate, train harder, and recover quicker with new features in Garmin's December update for its GPS watches
Listen to music in high definition on your winter runs with Apple's trail-ready AirPod Pro 2s - almost $100 off for Black Friday
By Will Symons published
Don't miss out! Grab yourself a great Black Friday AirPods deal - you can save almost 35%
Helicopter rescue charity begs hikers to prepare for winter with this piece of kit that costs less than $30 and could save your life
By Will Symons published
Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance has explained how the right emergency equipment can save your life in the backcountry
Countryfile's Helen Skelton swears by this toasty winter jacket from Columbia, and it's down 37% for Black Friday
By Will Symons published
Endorsed by TV's Helen Skelton, this cozy Columbia puffer jacket, reduced for Black Friday, will keep you cozy on chilly winter walks through the wilderness
Get snug this winter with up to 40% off Sea to Summit sleeping bags for Black Friday
By Will Symons published
Nab yourself a cozy sleeping bag this Black Friday, with up to massive savings on warm winter-ready bags
Snag over $150 off the hiking boots we ranked "number one for winter hiking" this Black Friday
By Will Symons published
The La Sportiva Trango TRX GTX hiking boots were crowned as the best boots for winter hiking in our expert guide
Hikers rescued from freezing conditions after mistaking Strava’s heat trail map for a footpath
By Will Symons published
The trekkers were saved from freezing, snowy conditions after the navigational blunder
Shokz open-ear headphones let you run, bike or swim with confidence, and they're over 30% off for Black Friday
By Will Symons published
Black Friday is almost here! Grab great savings on these practical sports-specific headphones
Quick! These iconic Hoka hiking boots are more than $100 off in the Black Friday sales and almost sold out
By Will Symons last updated
Get your Black Friday shopping started now with 43% off these tough and sturdy Hoka hiking boots
Winter storm warnings have been issued for Yosemite National Park - here’s how to stay safe in extreme conditions
By Will Symons published
Up to 18 inches of snowfall have been forecast with winds reaching 50mph and heavy rain
Older than the dinosaurs! Hiker trekking through the Alps stumbles across evidence of ancient lizards that predates even the first dinosaurs
By Will Symons published
The ancient footprints belonged to reptiles that lived more than 280 million years ago
Experienced climber falls to her death on controversial mountain
By Will Symons published
The woman died on Mount Arapiles, where climbers could soon face fines upwards of $200,000 for ascending the ancient peak
Dreaming of Mount Fuji but daunted by the hike? Rumoured plans for a mountain tram could be about to make the trek a lot easier
By Will Symons published
More than 300,000 hikers ascend Mount Fuji every year, creating congestion, overcrowding, and pollution on the trails
Mountain Rescue teams appeal for hikers to wear the right footwear to prevent avoidable incidents
By Will Symons published
The Kerry Mountain Rescue Team has been called out multiple times in recent weeks to accidents that they say didn't have to happen
Garmin’s Instinct 3 smart watch just leaked - here’s what we know so far
By Will Symons published
Hikers may be getting a new Garmin sports watch sooner rather than later, with the Garmin Instinct 3 leaking on the company website
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