My brilliant friend Bobby Downs taught me how to make all-American s’mores when we went hiking in the Catskills, so I asked him to write down this extreme(ly delicious) way of toasting marshmallows over a fire.
TGO Outdoor Blogger of the Year
I am very pleased indeed to be named The Great Outdoors Magazine’s Outdoors Blogger of the Year. It was wonderful even to find out …
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A cabin in the woods
My friend Matt has a little bit of woodland tucked away in the Wye valley, complete with tiny cabin kitted out with a stove and&…
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Review: Keen Durand WP mid boots
Testing out Keen’s new, all-American made Durand mid WP boots, £140, which they promise are good for a million steps. Sounds like a challenge. Read&…
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Autumn/Winter 2014 outdoor lookbook lust
Get sartorially savvy in time for winter with these gorgeous lookbooks from my favourite outdoors brands. Looks like accessorising with Land Rovers and really great&…
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Cheap and cheerful winter activities
Chilly weather and long dark nights can make you feel a bit tetchy, especially when you’re saving all your dosh for Christmas/just a …
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Review: Berghaus Voltage GORE-TEX shell jacket
Testing Berghaus’ hardy waterproof Voltage GORE-TEX shell, £140, in wind and wet weather.
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Interview: Freediving champion Rebecca Coales
Meet diver, yoga instructor and part mermaid Rebecca Coales, a freediving record holder who can swim 587ft under water on a single breath.
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Video: Adidas #openallwinter
Get inspired for a winter of adventure with the awesome new Adidas #openallwinter trailer, featuring skiing, cold-weather trail running, ice climbing and the very brave&…
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How to: cycle safely in winter
Just because the clocks have gone back and storms are a-blowing doesn’t mean you can’t cycle happily and safely – just follow these tips …
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Places to stay: Bluestone, Pembrokeshire
A weekend at the eco-friendly Bluestone National Park Resort, a luxurious base from which to explore Pembrokeshire.
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What to pack for technical scrambling
A great little video from the British Mountaineering Council on the right kit to pack for technical scrambling and climbing on the go.
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Competition: Win tickets to the Adventure Travel Show 2015
In January the world’s most daring explorers, talented travel photographers and coolest tour companies (plus hundreds of fans of the road less travelled) are …
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How to cycle around Amsterdam
Hire a rusty fixie bike and explore the cobblestones, cafes and canals of Amsterdam. Pedal power is all you need to discover the city’s …
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How To: get started with surf photography
On what was probably the Best Day at Work Ever I put together this beginner’s guide to surf photography for N-Photo magazine. It’s …
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Wrapping up for autumn
Keep warm and cosy against the winter chill in folky knits from Glamorous and Timberland leather boots from Get the Label. Fluffy dog optional.
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