14th March 2017
Going solo: Top tips for walking alone in the hills
Chris Townsend details the joys of walking alone in the hills, plus get our eight bits of advice for trying it for the first time
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14th March 2017
Quick tips for picking a tent for solo camping
Read Chris Townsend's advice
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27th February 2017
6 apps for smartphone landscape photography
For shooting, editing and sharing
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24th February 2017
Don't get lost! | A quick guide to 12 crucial navigation skills
Check your up to speed with these techniques ahead of your spring walking
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22nd February 2017
Choosing the right camera for outdoor photography
Award-winning landscape photographer Dougie Cunningham, the man behind many of our magazine's cover shots, explains how to choose the perfect camera for capturing mountain memories
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17th February 2017
Going it alone | Top tips for hiking solo
Important things to know if you're planning on going it alone
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4th January 2017
Avalanches: How to avoid them and how to survive them
The types of avalanche to be aware of, the warnings that the weather can give, tips from Mountain Rescue on risk avoidance and what to do in the worst case scenario
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1st January 2017
Walking axes: What to look for and which to buy
Chris Townsend takes us through the ins and outs of walking axes. Plus which spikes were recommended in our reviews
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29th December 2016
Recommended kit for winter camping
Chris Townsend explains what gear he relies on during his winter camps in the Cairngorms, including the tents, sleeping bags, stoves and sleeping mats Tent A good winter tent needs to resist snowfalls and strong…
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29th December 2016
How to pack a bag for winter
Chris Townsend explains his approach to organising his pack for a trip to the hills in cold weather
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23rd December 2016
How to pitch a tent on snow
Nine simple tips for pitching on the white stuff
