Will Symons
Will Symons developed his love of the outdoors as a student, exploring every inch of Sussex’s South Downs national park and 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 free time is rarely spent indoors, he can often be found hiking, open water swimming or playing cricket.
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The pair was escorted off the Cascade Mountain by a forest ranger after two of them mistakenly reported the death of a third hiker

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The Scottish government has abandoned plans to create a new national park in Galloway after a public consultation

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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

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The new Big Mouth Chilly's water bottles are big enough to hydrate the whole family while you camp

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This roomy and inflatable four-person tent is built to be the 'perfect companion' for cozy nights off the beaten track

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Hannah Moody reportedly had five gallons of water with her when she set off, but is sadly believed to have died from heat exhaustion

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Revered mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa makes his 31st summit, while 29-year-old Tashi Gyalzen Sherpa summits four times in just 15 days

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Climbers could face new regulatory hurdles as the world's tallest mountain faces the devastating effects of overcrowding and climate change

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Deals The Garmin Venu 3 has super-accurate GPS, a crystal clear display, and plenty of handy health trackers

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Deals The Sequoia Grove half zip fleece is a cozy option for hiking and camping in cold and windy wilderness areas

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Burly, breathable uppers and grippy Vibram outsoles are let down by annoying comfort issues, including frustrating, blister-inducing heels

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Deals The Fjallraven trekking tights combine comfy four-way-stretch fabric with a water-repellent finish and plenty of handy pockets

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Dohyun Lee and the entire South Korean coaching team were initially denied entry into the US before the upcoming World Cup in Salt Lake City

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The Last Line of Defense boulder problem has a proposed rating of 8C+, which would make it one of the California park's toughest climbs

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Deals This top-of-the-range Apple fitness tracker comes with plenty of handy sports features and works perfectly in tandem with your iPhone

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Scientists and Nepali lawmakers spotted a drastic reduction in snow-coverage on the Himalayan peaks

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After months of beta testing, high-end Garmin watches like the Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 are getting an extensive new update

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Drones and other airborne devices can disturb wildlife and worsen the wilderness for fellow campers and hikers

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The infamous Lexicon E11 7a route was created in 2021, and is thought to be one of the most challenging trad routes ever climbed

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The National Park Service has suffered thousands of job cuts to crucial services like search and rescue

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Tiffany Slaton was missing in the Sierra Nevada for more than three weeks before she stumbled across a disused cabin

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Deals The Solution Comp Climbing shoes from La Sportiva deliver reliable performance in tough, technical climbing environments, whether you're indoors or out

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Tifosi's new Shumo range aims to protect your eyes with sturdy lenses and a lightweight, casual frame that you can wear on the trails
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