Whether you are a recreational hiker, a serious mountain hiker, or a general outdoor enthusiast who loves getting outside and being active, there is no doubt that you expend enormous amounts of energy to maintain your essential bodily functions during all activities. Find out what food best suits your body while hiking the trail.
Read MoreIt always feels good when others show an interest in what you do and share positivity about what you are doing and creating. With that said, I feel fortunate to have been approached by the good folk of the Long Distance Walking Association. To be asked to write an article for their website and distributed it to their members. Read on to find out more.
Read MoreAs an educator, there is a significant emphasis on getting children to write and then developing that writing through different styles and techniques. Within the classroom, there is only so much we can do to inspire and develop a zest for writing within our pupils, so by talking our writing outdoors and into nature, a whole host of new possibilities may arise. Read on to find out more.
Read MoreNothing compares to a freshly brewed cup of coffee while spending your time in the great outdoors. Freshdrip provides an innovative, conveniently priced and packaged solution for all your outdoor coffee needs.
Read MoreBeest Boulders host an exciting chain of bouldering venues in the Netherlands and Belgium. They cater to all adventure seekers and climbers with varying degrees of expertise. I recently visited my new local bouldering hall in Rotterdam to see what was available. Read on to find out what I thought of this great adventure space.
Read MoreThe majestic Manifold Valley is close to my childhood home and a location I have been to many times. This post explains a fabulous 14km hike that starts in the Staffordshire Peak District and weaves its way around this outstanding and picturesque valley.
Read MoreStriking the right balance about what to eat throughout the day can prove problematic. Getting the proper nutrition and feeling full can become a challenge to overcome. In this blog, I make six simple suggestions that might help you to stay full for longer, at work or throughout activities during the day.
Read MoreNature journaling with children is a beautiful way to help support spoken linguistic skills and creative writing. It further helps develop higher levels of communication with your class or group by incorporating more creative skills like art and photography; you can invigorate and further enhance a regular lesson or topic. Getting outside and Nature Journaling is ideal.
Read MoreAfter purchasing a pair of HOKA ONE Challenger ATR 6 trail shoes for a recent trip to Switzerland, I thought reviewing and writing about what I think of these multi-functional shoes was appropriate. They are fantastic-looking, light shoes and ideal for the road and your off-road runs. To find out more, please read on.
Read MoreIf you love and are new to hiking, this post has everything you need to know before heading out on the hiking trail. This informative written piece has all the best tips and tricks for anyone new to hiking and looking to get more out of their outdoor experiences. Read on to find out more.
Read MoreAs an educator, no matter how engaging your lesson often is, a classroom might feel a little oppressive and boredom-inducing after a while. To further develop yourself as a teacher and support the children as learners, it is essential to freshen up the learning with new and exciting ideas. Learning Outdoors might be one such option.
Read MoreThis is a review of the very impressive Lead Out - Mini Frame Bag. I was lucky enough to be gifted this bag from the kind fold at Lead Out and have been using this stylish bag out on my regular daily cycle commutes to work and back. It is well made and has a variety of different functions. To find out more, read on.
Read MoreThe Vulpine Mens French Workers jacket in the colour Moss is a stylish and lightweight cycling jacket with a certain je ne sais quoi. It is well constructed and looks great not only on the daily commute but also casually about town. Read on to find out what I thought about this impressive garment.
Read MoreHere is a review of the Lead Out Cycling Handlebar Bag and the Ride Wallet. Both compact and stylish products are produced by Lead Out, based in Los Angeles, and are suitable for any cycling adventure. From Commuting to work or those longer adventure rides. Read on to find out more.
Read MoreThe Book of the Alps – the wonderfully illustrated book about the Alps.
It consists of 290 pages with over 1000 illustrations, graphics, and maps on geography, sports, history, culture, climate, environment and much more. It allows you to understand the Alps like never before—a fantastic book created in cooperation with the Alpine clubs of Germany, Austria, and South Tyrol. Read on to find out more.
Autumn is my favourite season, and what a spectacular season Autumn is. Before the cold, dark, bleak winter days eventually start, there is always one last hurrah to be had by nature and something that can be enjoyed by all. Read on to find out more about Autumn in the Netherlands.
Read MoreAs a keen runner, the attraction of Trail running is slowly, becoming such a valuable overall experience to my overall health and body, and it is one such adventure that is starting to give my road running exploits a run for their money. Read to find to more of the key benefits Trail running can offer.
Read MoreAs humans, we continue to rely upon the sun for energy sources, the earth for our food source, the trees for air, and water for drinking. Sadly, in today’s modern world and as we go about our busy daily lives, it is easy to take the water, air, and plants found all around us for granted. Regularly using and developing the practice of mindfulness begins to take us off autopilot and allows us to start to take stock of our lives. In turn, we begin to experience the present moment and, start to give gratitude for all the elements from the natural world that are continually here to support our daily lives.
Read MoreThe Craft Cadence waterproof handlebar bag is the perfect bag that will complement other bags in the Craft Cadence range, like the waterproof backpack, or it can be used as the ideal standalone feature. It will pack all your essentials inside and keep them perfectly dry out on the daily commute.
Read MoreAt 30-litres in size, the Craft Cadence IPX5 fully waterproof backpack is perfect for daily cycle commuters and enjoy outdoor enthusiast who loves being outdoors in the rain and bad weather. It is robust, lightweight and stylish in its design and comfortable even when full. Read on to find out more in this review.
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