Life, Love, Cows, and Mental Health: A niche guide to the Continental Divide My name is Phill Toomasian, but as I am a long distance hiker or “thru-hiker” I often go by the trail name “Flamingo” when out in the field (or really the mountains). In highschool I commandeered a pair of bright pink pants …
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What kind of backpack do you love? I expect if you’ve hiked a while you’ll know. If you’re new to the hiking world you’ll soon figure it out! In fact, if you spend enough time hiking, you soon begin to understand which kit works best for you and your body. It doesn’t take long to …
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Sweeping epic mountain views, expanses of silvery water and stunning wildlife? Hiking along Scotland’s West Highland Way can deliver all this and more, right here in the UK. I’ve just returned from my excellent week walking 96 miles of the well-trodden WHW trail from Milngavie to Fort William. I took on this adventure with my …
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Last month I had the pleasure of a fantastic weekend trip to the Scilly Isles, staying in my cousin’s house on St Agnes. I wrote about the beauty, history and natural phenomena of the island in Part One of my trip report which is here. Well, I’m back to bring you Part Two, with a …
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As you step ashore on the Isles of Scilly you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d arrived below the equator. Or at least somewhere far further flung than just 28 miles from mainland UK. White sand beaches, tropical plants and abundant chatty wildlife thrive at every turn. And don’t forget the turquoise seas that trick you …
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Hi, I’m Gemma Adams, a swimming teacher living in sunny Falmouth on the south coast of Cornwall with my family. Swimming has always been a part of my life. I have been swimming in the sea on an all-round yearly basis for around the last six years. I find I only have the ability to …
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The South West Coast Path wends its way around four coastal counties on a rollercoaster of cliffs and coves. It provides not only views, but healing and health to those who have the privilege of accessing it. You don’t even need to be there to be touched by this special trail! Just browsing images and …
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In March I launched Unlost Outdoors on Facebook, a growing and inclusive community for people to share their outdoor passions. It’s a place to ask questions, offer help and seek advice, and the people on there are wonderful (come and join us!). One evening in March, I decided to do a Q&A and ask if …
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Ready to hit the trails but not sure what hiking backpack you should be using? You’re not alone. There are so many packs to choose from that it can become a bit overwhelming. Don’t worry – I’ve got you. Whether it’s a day pack or a thru hiking pack you need, here are some things …
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Read this article to discover three lovely Cornish walks that will put a smile on your face! Do you ever realise that you might have taken something lovely for granted? I feel this way sometimes about Cornwall and the Cornish walks we can do here. I was born and raised in Falmouth, but I can …
