Events news: This Girl Did – Dorothy Wordsworth & women mountaineers
13th August 2018
The role of pioneering female hillwalkers and climbers is often overlooked, but a new Wordsworth Trust exhibition celebrates their role during the Romantic period.
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John Muir Trust objects to proposed Glen Etive hydro schemes
13th August 2018
Glen Etive hydro schemes would detract from Wild Land Area 9 that is afforded significant protection, say the John Muir Trust.
Welcome to our new Scandinavia Outdoors section
13th August 2018
From the forests of Finland to the mountains of Norway and Sweden, Scandinavia has much to offer the backpacker – and we’re publishing a new range of Scandi-themed features here on our website.
Blogger Network: plastic-wrapped outdoor gear
10th August 2018
This week on the Blogger Network, we highlight Hendrik Morkel’s post criticising the unsustainable use of plastic packaging in outdoor gear.
Featured video: two sides to every story
10th August 2018
This week’s featured video is a lovely black-and-white film by Alastair Humphreys. “You have to lay aside the load on your spirit. Until you do that, nowhere will satisfy you.“
Book review: The Lynx and Us by David Hetherington
9th August 2018
Roger Smith reviews an informative book on the lynx with gorgeous photos – but wishes the rewilding movement were more coordinated.
Digital feature: is Norway’s hut system the best in the world?
9th August 2018
More than a hut? Cameron McNeish travels to Norway to enjoy the country’s remarkable shelter system and the Nordic perspective on good outdoor living.
Review: Vango F10 PCT 50:20s Pack
8th August 2018
Chris Townsend reviews a burly pack for big loads. This review was first published in the Spring 2018 issue of The Great Outdoors. By far the heaviest pack tested in our Spring 2018 comparative review – the only one over…