Inspiring Women Outdoors
Get inspired to get outside!
Discover the powerful stories of women who found strength, freedom, and transformation through time spent in the nature and adventures outdoors. Find out more about how OS is championing women outdoors.
Women’s Mountain Biking – how to grow confidence and start competing
Find out how mountain biking transformed my love for cycling and how competing in women only MTB races boosted my confidence
Book Review: Stone Lands by Fiona Robertson
A personal story of exploration, memory, and connection to the land. From Avebury to Orkney, guided by OS Maps and a passion for megaliths...
Book Review: Adventures on the Water by Jo Moseley
Join Jo Moseley in her new book Adventures on the Water as she shares heartfelt stories highlighting the impact of paddleboarding on lives.
Creative Mapping: Jessica Emsley’s Unique Approach
Artist Jessica Emsley explores how maps and mindful observation shape her creative process, offering a fresh perspective on connecting with the landscape through art.
Women, Nature & Reclaiming Our Power
Yara Ghrewati explores the deep, intuitive bond women share with nature, inviting reconnection through forest bathing, hikes, and outdoor gatherings
A List of Women’s Adventure & Hiking Groups to Join in the UK
A list of UK female only adventure and hiking groups - the best place to start to build outdoor confidence.
Looking for the best Lake District Walks? Meet Outdoor Expert Vivienne Crow
Vivienne shares the inspiration behind her new book Outstanding Walks: Lake District, featuring 60 of the best Lake District hiking routes
From Blisters to Books: Fiona Barltrop’s Path to Outdoor Writing
Find out more about OS Author Fiona Barltrop, a freelance outdoor writer and photographer with a passion for nature and adventure.
How to Manage Your Period When Hiking
Everything you need to know about managing your period on a long hike where you may have to change your period products outdoors
How To Start Wild Swimming
Find out how to start wild swimming safely with advice from wild swimming author and OS Champion Natasha Sones
How joining a women-only group can help you get outside and meet others
OS Champion Natasha Sones talks about the benefits of joining a female only group to build confidence in the outdoors
Navigating with confidence: How a GPS empowers older walkers, solo hikers and women
Do you need a GPS device? Find out how a GPS empowers older walkers, solo hikers and women - enabling them to explore with more confidence
Stepping Out: How Forces Wives Challenge is building Confidence and Community
Forces Wives Challenge walks are more than just exercise; they're about building friendships, gaining new skills, and experiencing the incredible power of community.
Understanding the Difference: Women’s vs. Men’s Backpacks
What's the difference between men and women's backpacks? - we explore all the design difference and look at plus size backpacks too
How to Build Outdoor Confidence: A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Outside
GROW YOUR HIKING CONFIDENCE! You don’t need to grow up hiking or arrive with all the gear and knowledge - follow our expert tips
Beyond the Barracks: Empowering Military Spouses Through Adventure
Find out more about Forces Wives Challenge a rapidly-growing, vibrant community of over 2000 women, united by a passion for the outdoors.
Raynor Winn on the healing power of walking (and how it feels to be played by Gillian Anderson!)
Raynor Winn discusses the healing power of walking and how she felt about Gillian Anderson playing her in the film of her book The Salt Path
Unearthing The Transformative Power of Hiking – Chrissy Raider
Chrissy Raider is a living and breathing advert for getting outside! Her story shows the transformative power of 'unprocessed exercise' beyond the confines of the gym.
What makes you a runner? My experience with Imposter Syndrome in running
What makes you a runner? OS Champion Crystal Silver talks openly about her imposter syndrome in running despite being an experienced marathon and ultra runner