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Hiker checking his smartwatch
New study finds certain smartwatch bands contain "very high concentrations" of harmful PFAS – here's what to look for instead

By Julia Clarke Published

New research finds that 15 out of 22 common sports watch bands can contain high levels of so-called "forever chemicals" that can be absorbed through the skin

Watches & Wearable Tech
Mountain Hardwear Meridian 3 Tent with Footprint
Mountain Hardwear recognized by Leave No Trace for "relentless commitment to environmental stewardship"

By Julia Clarke Published

The brand was named the Leave No Trace Corporate Partner of 2024

Nature & Wildlife
The British ultra runner is one of the founders of The Green Runners community group
Ultra runner races 330km across Italy, still finds the energy to tell Ford Motors to "f*** off" at the finish line

By Julia Clarke Published

The British ultra runner is one of the founders of The Green Runners community group

Trail Running
Hiker climbing Yr Wyddfa, Wales
What will the UK's new Labour government mean for the outdoors?

By Fiona Russell Published

The pledges and actions of the new UK government on land access, nature and the environment

Nature & Wildlife
Aerial view of Silex Spring at Yellowstone National Park, USA
Yellowstone National Park responsible for a megaton of carbon emissions each year, according to study

By Julia Clarke Published

The new study reveals the extent and source of the emissions generated by the world's first National Park

National Parks & Monuments
Man performing a Backflip Ski Jump
New report calls for ban on "polluting" winter sports sponsors, revealing their devastating impact on snow

By Julia Clarke Published

The Badvertising report calculates the emissions of seven major winter sports sports to determine how much snow melt they're responsible for

Nature & Wildlife
Family eating oranges on hike
You wouldn't drop a plastic bottle when hiking, but orange peel is a problem too

By Cat Ellis Published

Many people assume fruit peel breaks down harmlessly within days, but they can hang around for an alarmingly long time

Water Bottles & Drinkware
simple green bpa free with leafs
What does BPA-free mean? And is it really safer?

By Julia Clarke Published

What does BPA-free mean? We explain where this chemical shows up in your outdoor gear, and how to keep yourself safe from harm

Hiking Gear & Apparel
eco camping: tent set up with solar charger
Eco camping: how you can make your trips as environmentally friendly as possible

By Alex Foxfield Published

This guide to eco camping explains the steps you can take to ensure your trips are good for the planet and as sustainable as possible

Camping
overgrown railroad tracks through a dense forest
What is rewilding, and why does it matter to you?

By Julia Clarke Published

A progressive approach to conservation called rewilding aims to restore the earth’s ecosystems to their original condition. But what is rewilding and why does it matter to you?

Nature & Wildlife
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