28th January 2025
QUIZ: Do you know how to avoid hypothermia?
Test your awareness with this journey through a winter’s day on the hill, devised by the experts at Mountaineering Scotland.
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24th January 2025
Don’t sweat it: How to layer for winter hills
Getting your layering system right is the best way to keep warm on the hill. Helen Gestwicki and Ross Cadie from Mountaineering Scotland explain.
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17th October 2024
Sustainable Adventure: How to lessen the impact of your time outdoors
Tackling climate change is a task for all humanity, but there are still ways we can move the needle as individuals, says Alex Roddie.
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12th September 2024
Are sleeping bags waterproof?
Staying warm is the key to a good night’s rest in the great outdoors. Matt Jones examines how to keep your sleep system dry.
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12th September 2024
Sleeping bags: What you need for summer and winter camping
Here’s our guide to help you choose what type of sleeping bag you need for your next camping or backpacking trip, whether you’re heading out at the height of summer or in the depths of…
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12th September 2024
What types of sleeping bag are there?
Whenever you sleep under the stars, the type of sleeping bag you select can make or break your adventure. Learn which will best serve you here.
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11th September 2024
How to choose a sleeping bag for three seasons
Chris Townsend is on hand to help you understand sleeping bag technology and make informed decisions on purchases for any season.
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8th September 2024
How to pack food for camping and backpacking
From meal prep to calorie-counting, we explain how to pack food for backpacking.
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8th September 2024
How to look after your hiking boots
Six top tips to ensure your boots are in tip-top shape for the change of season, including how to clean them, reproof them, and keep them stored.
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1st September 2024
Are sleeping mats waterproof?
From foam to self-inflating mats, we examine whether sleeping mats are really waterproof - and how to protect your kit.
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1st September 2024
Hand warmers for hiking: a help or hinderance?
Is it possible to banish the winter bite with hand warmers for hiking during the colder months? The Great Outdoors investigates.
