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Watch the massive eruption on Mount Etna that sent hikers and tourists fleeing from plumes of ash, smoke and gas
Hundreds of people were forced to run to safety after Sicily's ancient active volcano erupted this week
Queer charity OutdoorLads celebrates 18,000 volunteer hours helping gay, bisexual and trans men enjoy the wilderness
OutdoorLads aims to address anxiety and depression in the LGBTQ+ community by helping its members experience the outdoors
Body found in the Scottish Highlands in search for missing Swiss hiker, who disappeared attempting one of Britain's toughest treks
Bernard Trottet had been hiking the Cape Wrath route, a 230-mile journey that normally takes several weeks
Our expert stood in a Scottish loch to test these waterproof Adidas Terrex hiking boots and "not a drop got through" - and we've found them for 45% off
Deals The Adidas Terrex Free Hiker 2 boots combine a light, breathable build with plenty of cushioning and protection from the elements
Rain stops play - stormy weather forces an early end to the latest Climbing World Cup round, with some unexpected medals as a result
USA's Emma Hunt and Indonesian Kiromal Katibin took gold after heavy wind and rain brought the contest to an abrupt close
Don't let the wind stop you! This lightweight Patagonia jacket is designed to keep out the chills on exposed runs in the wilderness, and it's now over $100 off
Deals The half-price Patagonia Wind Shield jacket aims to provide lightweight wind protection for running in every season
Pay to hike? Visitors could soon be charged to enter Britain’s oldest national park to plug a devastating drop in funding
Hikers, campers, and runners could be asked to hand over anywhere from 10 pence to £1 per visit to help look after the Peak District National Park
Thousands of climbers gearing up to take on America's tallest mountain as the peak summer season gets underway
Dozens have already summitted Alaska's Denali mountain, which was controversially renamed Mount McKinley by Donald Trump earlier this year
Body of British hiker found six months after going missing with a friend in harrowing conditions in the Italian Dolomites
Londoner Aziz Ziriat had been wild camping in the alpine region with Samuel Harris, whose body was recovered in January
How to use Strava with your Garmin smartwatch: track your trail runs with this super-smart running app
The Strava app is a firm favorite among runners - it records your progress and shares stats with your friends
After record-breaking Everest climbers revealed they use hypoxic tents to get altitude ready without acclimatizing on the mountain, we look at how the technology works
Hypoxic tents are used by climbers to prepare for the dizzying effects of altitude atop the world's tallest mountains
Hit the trails and protect yourself from the sun with Ibex's latest range of lightweight running clothes
The Springbok collection includes shorts, shirts, and hoodies made from Merino wool and designed for comfortable running over long distances
Climbing World Cup preview: Watson keen to continue speed climbing dominance as Deng eyes gold in Denver
America's Samuel Watson and China's Lijuan Deng have their eyes on the podium at the upcoming speed climbing World Cup
Adirondacks hikers get so high on magic mushrooms they think their fellow trekker has died and call for help - but it turns out he's just fine
The pair was escorted off the Cascade Mountain by a forest ranger after two of them mistakenly reported the death of a third hiker
"A big loss for our countryside" - campaigners devastated after plans to create Scotland’s third national park scrapped
The Scottish government has abandoned plans to create a new national park in Galloway after a public consultation
"A serious water to land shoe" - Our expert took these versatile Keen sandals on the trails and had a blast, and we've found them for almost 25% off
Deals Keen's Newport H2 hiking sandals are built for comfortable use, whether you're splashing around in the ocean or trekking through the trails
'72 hours of ice-cold hydration' - Chilly's super sizes its cult water bottles for all the family
The new Big Mouth Chilly's water bottles are big enough to hydrate the whole family while you camp
Heimplanet's latest version of its inflatable Cloudbreak tent offers a spacious but pricey option for overland camping
This roomy and inflatable four-person tent is built to be the 'perfect companion' for cozy nights off the beaten track
Popular hiking influencer found dead near an Arizona trail after 25 hours missing in the desert heat
Hannah Moody reportedly had five gallons of water with her when she set off, but is sadly believed to have died from heat exhaustion
As the Everest summit window draws to a close, records are smashed while others suffer bitter disappointment
Revered mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa makes his 31st summit, while 29-year-old Tashi Gyalzen Sherpa summits four times in just 15 days
More restrictions on the way for Everest hopefuls after Nepal promises to protect the Himalayas from climate change and overcrowding
Climbers could face new regulatory hurdles as the world's tallest mountain faces the devastating effects of overcrowding and climate change
We gave the Garmin Venu 3 a near perfect review, and we've just found it for more than $100 off - but be quick as we think this deal's going to fly
Deals The Garmin Venu 3 has super-accurate GPS, a crystal clear display, and plenty of handy health trackers
Battle back against cold nights in the wilderness with up to 64% off Columbia's snug Sequoia Grove half zip fleece
Deals The Sequoia Grove half zip fleece is a cozy option for hiking and camping in cold and windy wilderness areas
