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Blencathra Sunrise Hike with Howard DracupHoward Dracup is an Ultra-runner coach and Montane athlete based in Cumbria who has a love for taking on technical terrain all around the globe. We were lucky enough to join Howard via GoPro on a sunrise run up Blencathra in the Northern Fells. Also known as Saddleback, it has an elevation of...2 min read- Campsite Cooking: Fell Foodie's Mushroom and Thyme RisottoTry Fell Foodie's hearty mushroom risotto on your next camping or hiking adventure with this simple recipe cooked on basic OEX outdoor cookware.1 min read
- Campsite Cooking: Fell Foodie's Chorizo and Cannellini Bean Stew.1 min read
- Introducing Sean Fletcher: The Newest North Ridge AmbassadorSean Fletcher is a broadcaster and mental health campaigner whose career has seen him appear on shows such as Good Morning Britain, Sunday Morning Live and Countryfile. With a career and upbringing orientated around the outdoors, Sean makes the perfect ambassador for North Ridge.2 min read
- Campsite Cooking: Fell Foodie’s BBQ ‘Sloppy Joes’Harrison Ward, better known as Fell Foodie, is an outdoor cook, hiker and wellbeing advocate who is inspiring outdoor adventurers to ditch their clingfilmed sandwiches and create delicious meals on the hill.2 min read
- Running 5000 Miles Around the Coast of the UK | #EverydayLifeOutdoorsMeet Elise Downing, The North Face Explorer. She's the youngest person and first woman to run the coast of the UK self-supported and author of Coasting. #EverydayLifeOutdoors5 min read
Campsite Cooking: Fell Foodie's Pesto Eggs with Avocado and Goat's Cheese ToastTry Fell Foodie’s delicious pesto eggs dish on your next camping or hiking adventure with this simple recipe cooked on basic OEX outdoor cookware.2 min read
A Guide to Wetsuits: What they are, how they work and which one to buyWhether you’re a seasoned surfer or trying out wild swimming for the first time, we’ve got you covered with our guide to finding the right wetsuit.2 min read- Merrell Presents | Going Out OutThe ladies are going ‘out out’ in the latest series from Merrell – one that shines a spotlight on three inspiring women who are harnessing the outdoors to help and inspire others.1 min read
- Navigation and Motherhood with Helen SkeltonRecently we spent the day on the trail with our North Ridge ambassador and presenter Helen Skelton as she took to the Lake District for a day of hiking and navigational training with Rose Marie Gare-Simmons, a local Mountain Leader and Mental Health Practitioner.3 min read
- Taking Fatherhood Outside – Dads That WalkRead our interview with Daniel Allison from Dads That Walk, a walking group that brings dads together through a shared love for the outdoors.2 min read
- The Most Inspiring Sports Stars – Who are the most influential athletes in the UK?The results are in! This exclusive research from Blacks reveals the UK's most inspiring sports stars according to data.9 min read
- Best Outdoor Gift Ideas For Father's Day 2022Nail Father’s Day this year with our selection of unique gifts for every type of outdoorsy dad, from the hiker to the mountain biker.6 min read
10 Hidden Gem Wainwrights – Kate Henry's Favourite Lake District FellsLooking for inspiration on your next hill bagging adventure? The Lake District is home to some of most breathtaking scenery in the UK and has more fells than you could shake a walking pole at. We wanted to know where to find the best lesser-known fells in the lakes are, so we asked a local expert...6 min read
The Active City IndexWe wanted to find out where in the UK you have access to the most activities, so we took a look at the number of different activities and attractions such as parks, hiking trails and sports complexes in comparison to each cities population, to discover which cities have the most on offer and...5 min read- Life Outdoors | Overcoming Adversity with Ed JacksonCan nature help us to overcome adversity? Ed Jackson, former professional rugby player turned mountaineer and mental health advocate spends his days proving the benefits. Read the story.4 min read
Spend More Time in the WILD with Abbie BarnesAbbie Barnes is an adventurer, mental health advocate and founder of Spend More Time in the WILD. Back from her recent 2000-mile cycling trip, we caught up with Abbie.12 min read
Lupus Sucks, Exploring Doesn’t – An Interview with Kate ApplebyA climber, hiker, boulderer, swimmer and all-round adventurer, Kate documents her lifestyle as she balances action with illness. She is an advocate for the benefits of a life spent outdoors and wants to encourage others facing physical and mental barriers to experience the power of nature and...3 min read
An Interview With Helen SkeltonHelen Skelton knows how to get the most from a Life Outdoors. In this exclusive interview, we explore what motivates Helen to take on extreme challenges, examine her relationship with the outdoors, and learn more about where her connection with nature began.4 min read
Diversifying The Outdoors - Meet Amira The WanderlustWe spent a day on the hill with Amira and two of her Wanderlust Women, where she discussed her mission to encourage diversity in the outdoors.2 min read
Climbing Mountains with Tony WardTo recognise World Kidney Day, we caught up with Tony Ward, a passionate and experienced mountaineer whose Kidney Disease diagnoses transformed his life outdoors.11 min read
An FKT Holder’s Guide to UltrarunningAn ultramarathon is the ultimate test of both physical and mental endurance. We spent a day on the trail with Sarah Perry (Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Female Fastest Known Time holder) and asked for her advice on how to go the distance.6 min read
Blacks x Rab: A Scottish Winter Adventure4 min read
The Scottish Munro Journey – Climbing 282 PeaksJames Coutts is aiming to complete all 282 Scottish munros before he turns 30. Read about what inspired him to take on this epic adventure.5 min read
