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Patagonia's Yvon Chouinard gives away his company: 'Earth is now our shareholder'

Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard, the climber turned reluctant businessman, has given his company to a trust and a collective that will use profits for projects to tackle the climate emergency.

Team uses technical rope system to rescue climber from Peak District quarry

Mountain rescuers used a technical rope system to extricate a climber who suffered injuries when he fell more than 20ft in a Peak District quarry.

Missing Sutherland walker Finn Creaney's wife appeals for sightings of him

The wife of missing walker Finn Creaney has appealed to anyone who may have seen her husband to get in touch with police.

Body of missing Glen Coe walker Neil Gillingham found on Stob Coire Sgreamhach

A man’s body found on a munro above Glen Coe has been identified as that of missing walker Neil Gillingham.

Hill-goers in Scotland warned of potentially dangerous conditions following storms

Mountain experts are warning severe weather is likely to continue across Scotland’s hills over the weekend, following the passage of Storm Eunice.

Walkers' charity the Ramblers unveils new logo and corporate identity

Campaigning charity the Ramblers has unveiled a new logo and corporate identity. The organisation said the emblem represents an open path and uses ...

Ed Jackson, the 'lucky' quadriplegic who discovered alpine mountaineering

Four years ago, Ed Jackson's rugby career ended with an ill judged dive into a swimming pool and a broken spine; here's how he came to be on two alpine summits with top climber Leo Houlding.

Scots mountain experts launch campaign to provide free reliable winter advice

Mountain experts in Scotland have launched a campaign to provide reliable information to outdoor enthusiasts heading for the hills.

Three-year project aims to protect future of England's upland commons

A three-year £3m project to secure the future of upland commons has received a funding boost. The system of common land was enshrined in law in th...

Outdoor firms Terra Nova and Lyon Equipment hand ownership to workers

Two major outdoors companies have transferred their ownership to their workers. Terra Nova Equipment and Lyon Equipment have both formed employee o...

Quadriplegic climber Ed Jackson rescued after setting Himalaya height record

A quadriplegic adventurer and his team had to be airlifted off a Himalayan mountain after they got into difficulties.

TV star Julia Bradbury leads celebration of Peak District's 70th birthday

Television presenter Julia Bradbury led celebrations to mark the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the UK’s first national park.

New Alpkit sustainability research reveals average user keeps jacket for 11 years

Outdoors brand Alpkit has released its third sustainability report, in a move to put it at the forefront of openness on its operations.

Karen Darke and Kirsty Muir win Scottish mountain excellence awards

Inspirational athlete and adventurer Karen Darke has received a top mountain award. The Inverness-based Paralympian has been named as the 15th reci...

Ordnance Survey boss Nick Giles appointed OBE in New Year Honours

Ordnance Survey boss Nick Giles has been recognised in the New Year Honours. Mr Giles, who is managing director of the leisure division of the nati...

Last-minute Christmas gifts guide: stocking fillers for the outdoor enthusiast

Christmas is fast approaching and we've been out trying some great items to help you choose festive gifts for the outdoors enthusiast in your life.

Thousands return to Kendal Mountan Festival after in-person event resumes

More than 20,000 people made their way to Kendal to take part in the return of the town’s mountain festival after a hiatus last year when the event was held online.

Mapping data shows more people walking, for longer distances, this summer

Data collected by Britain’s national mapping agency showed people using its app were walking longer distances and in greater numbers over the summer.

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