Mental Health

Join the GetOutside Challenge!

The outdoors is still open, and we’re all being encouraged to make the most of it - so let’s do just that! Take in the fresh air every day for the next four weeks, using the GetOutside challenge calendar to get you started...​

Mind Over Mountains

How do we keep going when we can’t see the top of the mountain? GetOutside Champion, Alex Staniforth shares his top tips for how he manages his mental health during tough times.

Learning to survive and thrive

Life throws us challenges everyday. Recently that's been the unfathomable COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns across the world. Nigel Vardy shares how he survived a life-changing trip to Alaska, and learnt to thrive during uncertainty and tragedy.

Reflecting on Lockdown

​As a nation, we have been forced to stop in our tracks, limiting our time outside and the people we see. This challenging period of abnormality has encouraged many of us to take up a new hobby or learn a new skill. For others it's been about appreciating the little things which often go unnoticed, spring flowers, birdsong and more quality time spent with our children.

Your 15-minute GetOutside fix

It’s a strange time for us as GetOutside Champions at the moment. How can we inspire others to get outside safely during COVID-19? Here's 15 ideas to get you started.

Free maps to colour in

Looking for something stress-busting? These maps for colouring in are available as a free PDF download to print at home or use on a digital device app such as Procreate or Photoshop.

Still got the January Blues?

January is over but you may still be feeling blue. GetOutside Champion Nigel Vardy shares why he believes that spending time outside could help raise both your mood and fitness.

Walking at 80 years young

We all know the physical and mental health benefits of spending time outside. And we all know someone older than us who maybe doesn't get enough fresh air. So take your parents, elderly neighbour or friend out with you on a short walk this Winter season.

Look after your mental health this season

For many, the colder seasons mean crisp mornings, warm drinks and snuggling by the fire. But for others, the shorter days signal a downturn in mood and energy leaving us feeling sad and sluggish.​ Eli Bishop gives us some tips to help.

The Mental Health Benefits of Green Exercise

Black Dog Outdoors, are trying to encourage people to exercise in the great outdoors to increase general wellbeing and improve both mental and physical health.