20th January 2020
Is the outdoor industry getting greener?
Fast fashion is a major source of planet-warming greenhouse gases and plastic pollution. That goes for outdoor gear as well – so what are the big brands doing to combat the problem?
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20th January 2020
10 fun (and guilt-free) ways to get to the mountains
You don’t need a car (or a plane ticket) to enjoy some mega mountain adventures. From steam trains to waterbuses, here’s how to explore the UK and further afield in green style.
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20th January 2020
Is it time we stopped flying for outdoor adventure?
Commercial flights currently make up more than 2.5% of carbon emissions – so should we ditch air travel to help save the planet?
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20th January 2020
How to make your outdoor gear last longer
It’s great to make eco-conscious buying choices, but one of the best ways to cut your outdoor gear’s carbon footprint is to prolong the life of your current kit. Here’s how.
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20th January 2020
SPONSORED: How you can reduce your environmental impact with the right batteries
Every year the UK sends around 600 million batteries to landfill. In partnership with GP Batteries, we show how the right batteries can help you get the most out of your outdoor tech – and…
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16th January 2020
Review | The Munros: The Complete Collection of Maps
Ronald Turnbull reviews this comprehensive ‘coffee-table’ collection from specialist walking map-makers Harvey Maps.
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6th January 2020
Walker’s Guide: Fort William
In the heart of the West Highlands, with Ben Nevis on the doorstep, Fort Bill easily lives up to its claim to be the UK’s ‘Outdoor Capital’
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6th January 2020
16 steps to avoid making mistakes in winter
The team from Scotland’s national outdoor training centre, Glenmore Lodge, take us through the steps you need to take to have a safe and fun day on the hills in winter conditions.
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31st December 2019
Winners announced: the most exciting outdoor gear of 2019
Our expert judges have given their verdicts in The Great Outdoors Gear of the Year Awards. Discover the best, most innovative outdoor clothing, gear and equipment of the last year.
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30th December 2019
The winners of The Great Outdoors Reader Awards 2019
Every year thousands of our readers vote for the people, places, products and businesses that made their outdoor lives better. Here are the winners in 2019.
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10th December 2019
The Great Outdoors Christmas Gift Guide
Chiara Bullen puts together a list of the perfect gifts for the outdoors enthusiast in your life. Jack Wolfskin Merino Wool Hat, £35 It will certainly be cosy this Christmas for the recipient of this gift. This…
