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"We were able to take a monster off the streets" - suspect arrested and charged after couple murdered while hiking in Arkansas
By Will Symons published
The manhunt ended in a barbershop near the suspect's home, after the couple were killed while hiking with their two daughters

Who was John Muir? The Scottish-American who fought to protect our wilderness areas
By Alex Foxfield last updated
Who was John Muir? We take a close look at the life of the influential ‘father of the National Parks’ and consider his ongoing legacy

When is the best time to climb Everest?
By Alex Foxfield published
We take a look at when the best time to climb Everest is, why it is that the climbing window is so short and why summer and winter ascents are so rare

England’s 5 tallest mountains: the legendary peaks of the Lake District
By Alex Foxfield published
We reveal the 5 tallest mountains in England, the giants of the Lake District that have inspired generations of outdoor lovers

What is a ridge walk? Classic traverses in the US and Europe
By Alex Foxfield published
Airy heights, exposed thrills and a sense of the sublime – we take a look at some of the best ridge walks on either side of the Pond

Hitting the heights: top tips for trail running at altitude
By Rob Kemp published
Running experts give their advice on high-altitude trail running

Wales’ 5 tallest mountains: soaring Snowdonian giants
By Alex Foxfield published
We reveal the highest mountains in Wales: storied peaks that rise high above a landscape rich in history and legend

5 things I wish I’d known before my first mountain running challenge
By Alex Foxfield published
My first mountain running challenge taught me valuable lessons in moving at speed for extended periods among the peaks
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