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Samantha Brown
Meet Samantha Brown, 1/3 of the Reluctant Explorers. Find Sam and her kids in the Yorkshire Dales exploring the moors, swimming in the waterfalls and seeking out the caves!
Sal Thornton
Meet OS Champion Sal Thornton – Long distance hiker and lover of human powered adventures!
Emily Cartigny
Meet OS Champion Emily, runner, swimmer & mountain biker with a dog named Merlot!
Jack Anderson
Meet OS Champion Jack Anderson, an outdoor instructor, hiker and kayaker who loves a route with a pub at the end!
Hiking Poles Guide – Everything you need to know about choosing the right walking poles!
Hiking Poles – a complete guide to hiking poles including a look at all the main features and how to use hiking poles when walking
Gus Mckechnie
Meet OS Champion Gus Mckechnie, an avid runner and rower. Gus is a member of the Hamwic Harriers and also a fan of parkrun Tourism.
Hiking Checklist
There’s a fine line between having the right equipment to keep you safe and comfortable on a walk and being so weighed down with unnecessary kit you’ll struggle. Our hiking checklist will help you get kitted out with essential gear for a long day on the trail and tell you what to take on a walk.