Survival vs Sleep

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Camping hammock setup in the forest for outdoor adventure and hiking trips, showcasing nature and camping gear. Perfect for backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts exploring woodland trails and scenic landscapes.
After spending a freezing January night shivering, without sleep, under a poncho on Belfast's Cavehill it dawned on me that what you can...

Video: Spinkwee River Camp

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On the edge of the Spinkwee river near Tollymore forest is a beautiful camping spot we like to return to occasionally. Here's a video...

Montane Prism Primaloft Jacket- Gear Review

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Warm winter hiking gear displayed in a snow-covered mountainous landscape, ideal for outdoor adventure enthusiasts exploring the best hiking outdoor gear options.
I bought this jacket as a mid-layer of insulation that could be used for cold days on the hills and extra insulation for sitting...

Ice axes ahoy

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Climber ascending snowy mountain terrain with backpack and trekking poles in cold weather adventure scene.
With all this unexpected snow I was chomping at the bit to have an adventure in the hills & with our planned Donard summit...

Video: Alpine Conditions on Slieve Bearnagh

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Unbelievable snow, ice and alpine conditions on Slieve Bearnagh in the Mourne Mountains - in April! A fun walk of one of the seven sevens,...

Fight Night

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Boxing trainer and athlete smiling in gym wearing blue gloves and black shirt, surrounded by boxing posters, demonstrating fitness and training.
I entered a White Collar Boxing match recently and found it to be an amazing experience. Having been into martial arts of various kinds...

The Climb To Galtymore

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Snow-capped mountain landscape with clear blue sky, lush green and brown shrubland, ideal for hiking and outdoor adventures.
Cnoc Mor nGaibblte This has to be one of my favourite hikes.  It has something for everyone. Climbing from the north you have its steep...

Video: The Mournes

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Back to basics

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A person sitting by a campfire at night, enjoying outdoor camping surrounded by darkness and warm flames.
It seems I’ve become something of a convert to the joy of a good bivvy lately. Even with the less than ideal weather lately,...

The start of spring! Well, not really…

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Riverside promenade with green hills and walking paths overlooking a calm body of water, perfect for hiking and outdoor activities.
With spring around the corner (on the calendar that is) and thoughts of longer days and more running and cycling on the optimistic to...