Latest articles by Will Symons
Ancient cave paintings revealed for the first time - two years after they were discovered by climbers in Brazil
The artworks which could be up to 3,000 years old were discovered in 2023, but kept secret from the public
“More and more people are tempted into risky locations” - Social media and navigation apps blamed for record rise in mountain rescue incidents
There were record numbers of mountain rescue incidents in England, Wales, and Scotland last year, and technology is taking the blame
"It was a really emotional moment" - Rapid alpinists smash Swiss speed climbing record by over 10 hours
Speed climbing duo Nicolas Hojac and Philipp Brugger raced up the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains in record time
"Our goal is to design kits that act like an extension of the athletes themselves" - outdoor brand Kathmandu to create New Zealand's next Olympic kits
Kiwi athletes will be suiting up in Kathmandu gear for the next two Olympic games
Take the weight off and hike for longer with over $60 off these premium and portable Black Diamond trekking poles
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Yosemite scientists forced to clean restrooms as Trump administration cuts take their toll
Biologists, hydrologists, and archaeologists are among the many staff reportedly ordered to help out with extra duties
Revo teams up with climbing legend Renan Ozturk to launch new sunglasses for extreme conditions
The two new models are designed for the wilderness, with 360° protection from the sun and durable glass lenses
Snowdonia authorities warn hikers seeking an Easter ascent to plan ahead or risk facing parking chaos
Eryri National Park is gearing up for the busy four-day holiday weekend
Popular Grand Canyon trail and campground to reopen next month after construction project
Visitors to the Grand Canyon National Park can soon pitch up at the Bright Angel campground again and hike along the trail of the same name
Race through the wilderness with 25% off these eye-catching Adidas trail running shoes
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"A breathtaking marble cavern": Sequoia National Park's Crystal Cave reopening 4 years after it was closed by wildfires
Visitors will be able to enjoy a half-mile loop through the narrow passages and steep sections of the stunning marble cavern
“Xenon won’t propel us to the top, but it will protect us as we climb fast” - British politician plans to summit Everest using controversial gas
Lawmaker Al Carns and three ex-special forces pals want to summit the world's tallest mountain just four days after leaving home
Polar launches paid subscription plan just weeks after Garmin announced its own training paywall
The new personalized training plan is available for $11 per month as an add-on to the Polar Flow app
Save money and cozy up to the campfire: I love these snug Keen camping slippers, and they're 30% off right now
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Make your plans now! Here's the exact date you can get into every US National Park for free
To celebrate the first day of National Park Week, all US parks will be free to enter on Sunday, April 19
Connect with the trails and keep it stylish with the latest collaboration between The North Face and Japanese fashion brand Undercover
The latest range includes backpacks, shorts, trail running shoes, hiking boots, and more
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1,300-year-old skis: melting glacier reveals prehistoric wooden skis in the Norwegian mountains
The prehistoric skis were buried underneath the glacier for over a thousand years before researchers made the discovery
Head for the hills or take a dip in the ocean with 25% off these "very versatile" hiking sandals from Keen
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“There’s a huge demand for sustainable, repeatable watches” - repairable Garmin rival crowdfunds over $250,000 in 48 hours
The Una Watch features repairable, upgradable components that can be swapped out for newer tech
Hawaii hiker pleads not guilty to charges alleging he attempted to murder wife on the trail
The defendant denies allegations by his wife that he attempted to push her off a cliffside trail and repeatedly beat her with a rock
Authorities investigate after "devastating" fire decimates popular Irish coastal hike
Much of the Claggan Coastal trail was destroyed in the fire, which authorities suspect was started by reckless hikers
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