Tag: nature
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Alpine Dreams: making the jump from climber to alpinist
Written by Jonny Bird At 14 years old, I stood on the summit of Aguille Croche – a minor summit across from the Mont Blanc Massif – staring across at twisting glaciers, sharp ridges and snow capped peaks. This view was enough to stir something within, watching a few tiny figures ascending the slopes above…
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Our favourite winter kit of 2026
Written by Jonny and Pippa Bird This winter in the UK can be described using a single word: wet. However, it has also seen some good prolonged winter conditions in Scotland and other mountain regions. We’ve been making a point of getting in some winter days in preparation for an alpine climbing expedition to Bolivia…
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Gear Review – Osprey Eja 48L Pack
Written by Jonny and Pippa Bird We’ve been on the look out for a pack that ticks the following boxes: The good news is – we think we’ve found one! Review Big enough for multi-day camping The 48L Eja comes in at the perfect size for a two day camp – although it is perfectly…
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What’s the deal with wild camping anyway?
Written by JonnyBird Wild camping, when done right, can be one of the most memorable ways to enjoy our wild spaces. ‘When done right‘ is a key phrase – and one that we are asked most often about when guiding groups in the mountains. In order to help answer some of the common questions around…
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