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Rescuers praise injured walker who hobbled off a mountain
Rescuers have praised an injured walker who managed to hobble to the base of a mountain with their help.
Sponsor signs up for three-year mountain festival deal
Outdoor brand Dare 2b has signed up to sponsor a major mountain festival for three years. Keswick Mountain Festival announced the deal, which it sa...
Charity aims to get lads into the outdoors for Christmas
A charity aimed at getting gay and bisexual men involved in the great outdoors is urging men to swap bars and booze for the mountains and rivers of Britain for their Christmas festivities.
Paddlers and mountain team commended for tragic rescue efforts
Two paddlers and a mountain rescue team were among those who received awards for their part in an attempted rescue of a kayaker trapped underwater.
Mountain festival organisers plan repeat for 2012
Organisers of the inaugural mountain festival in the Outer Hebrides plan to repeat the event next year.
Authors explore Britain's 'cotton wool' view of safety
Is Britain wrapped in cotton wool? Two academic authors examine whether health and safety attitudes are doing more harm than good...
Lakeland footpaths will close to allow rally
National park bosses are warning walkers and mountain bikers that all rights of way will be closed later this month in a popular Lakeland forest.
Mountaineering leaders post first ascents of Himalayan peaks
The boss of the British Mountaineering Council and the president of the Alpine Club today released more details of their successful summit of an unclimbed peak in the Himalaya.
Bike festival provided £½m boost to local economy
A Scottish cycling festival contributed more than £½m to the local economy, organisers said. EventScotland, the national events agency, said the ...
Last-minute stocking fillers for outdoors fans
Looking for a last-minute gift for the outdoor enthusiast in your life? We have a few pointers to stocking fillers for outdoor fans...
Sea Kings to go in Government's private bid for rescue helicopters
The search and rescue helicopter service operated by the RAF and Royal Navy will be ditched in favour of a privatised civilian scheme under plans announced by the coalition Government.
Guide publishers appeal to outdoor fans to check their bookshelves
Leading outdoors publisher Cicerone is appealing to enthusiasts to root around on their bookshelves for copies of any of the company’s old books.
Search and rescue dogs pass muster in autumn tests
They say every dog has its day and a group of four-legged friends has been showing its mettle during assessments for search dogs and handlers.
Recyling outdoor gear: first industry steps towards a greener future?
One of Rohan's founders has a new project: Recycle Outdoor Gear, which aims to get enthusiasts passing on their old gear.
Half-price rail trips on offer to mountaineering body members
Members of the Mountaineering Council of Scotland are being offered the chance to travel to winter climbing and walking destinations at half price.
Scottish avalanche training site is a world first
A unique winter-safety training area for mountaineers and skiers was officially launched today. The world’s first permanent artificial avalanche ...
Quarry gift smooths the way for Dales walkers
Walkers heading for the summit of one of Yorkshire’s Three Peaks will be on a firmer footing thanks to a donation from a quarry company.
Scots midge repellent set to help Aussies fight off the little biters
A repellent developed to fight off the scourge of Scottish summer outdoor activities is finding favour Down Under.
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