9th June 2025
Fastpacking 101: everything I wish I’d known as a beginner fastpacker
If you like the idea of ‘fast and light’ multi-day adventures, fastpacking might be for you. Joe Williams shares his beginner-friendly tips.
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8th May 2025
Backpacking with dogs: how to give your friend their best outdoor life
Camping with canine companions requires adjustments on trail. Our readers share their insider tips.
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7th May 2025
Find your outdoor tribe: how to meet like-minded hillfolk
What if your friends don’t enjoy walking? The solution, of course, is to get some new ones. Here's how to go about it.
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7th May 2025
DIY Dinners: How to make your own backpacking food
Home-prepped meals can be cheaper, tastier and easier to personalise than commercial alternatives. Here's how it’s done.
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6th May 2025
How to look after your waterproof jacket
Outdoor gear expert Chris Townsend gives a few pointers on how to look after your waterproof jacket and make it last longer.
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6th May 2025
How to fit and choose a backpack for hiking
Backpacking expert Chris Townsend explains how to find your perfect fit in the backpack department.
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5th May 2025
What are the different types of hiking backpack?
Do you know your daypacks from your 55l? How big is a good hydration pack? How lightweight is lightweight enough? We answer your burning pack questions.
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5th May 2025
How to waterproof your hiking gloves
Wet hands can lead to dangerously cold and numb fingers in the hills. Invest in your comfort and safety by giving your gloves some TLC.
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1st May 2025
How to repair waterproof jackets
The Great Outdoors demonstrates how to repair waterproof jackets - including tears and rips - to elevate your British-weather-ready gear skills.
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20th March 2025
Everything Ralph taught me about hiking with your dog
Devoted Collie owner and the President of Mountaineering Scotland shares her expert advice on how to look after your best friend on the hill.
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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.