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How to survive a night on a mountain

By Julia Clarke published

Think you could survive a night on a mountain? We speak to a mountain guide and member of Lochaber Mountain Rescue team to find out exactly what you need to do to stay alive

Hiking
A woman on the beach wearing an emergency blanket

How do emergency blankets work?

By Julia Clarke last updated

How do emergency blankets work? We explain the extraterrestrial origins of this piece of safety kit and how to make yours more effective

Camping
A green bothy bag in a field with people inside it

What is a bothy bag? How to use a group emergency shelter

By Julia Clarke last updated

What is a bothy bag? We explain the benefits of this lightweight, portable group emergency shelter that is vital for cold weather expeditions

Hiking