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Family Wild Walks, London National Park City - February 24, 2021

5 Top tips for taking a reluctant child or friend outdoors...

Whatever the weather, getting outside in lockdown will lift your mood, get you some much needed vitamin D and reduce stress and anxiety. Here's our five top tips guaranteed to make even the most reluctant friend or child enjoy a walk outside, even in the depths of autumn and winter!

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Blog, Coronavirus - February 11, 2021

Every light needs a dark place to shine

The last year may have seemed quite overwhelming, but we shouldn't lose sight of the fact we're probably already quite skilled in getting through hard times. As we grew up, we learnt how to cope; we managed to face down fears. By reflecting on the playful, happier moments, and the sparks of light in the darkness, we can tap into the wellspring of our resilience.

Leave only footsteps... respect, protect, enjoy.

The Countryside Code isn’t very long, it’s not complicated, it isn’t hard to follow and it applies to nearby urban green spaces as well as to mountains and moors. We think it deserves to be refreshed and revived so everyone can enjoy the outdoors...

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ISPO, Review - January 29, 2021

Outdoor People on Scandinavian Outdoor Award Jury

Find out our thoughts on the latest Scandinavian gear that was submitted for the Scandinavian Outdoor Awards 2021. We should have been in Munich at ISPO, but as that isn't possible, we invite you to sit back in the comfort of your own home to watch the ceremony on Monday afternoon (vodka or lingonberry juice optional).

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Hammocks - July 21, 2020

Hammocks mean harmony

Hammocks bring harmony, a precious thing in these stressful times... there really is nothing better than lying back, gently swaying, simply enjoying the passing of time. Choose between leisure hammocks for easy living and camping hammocks for a night under the stars.

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