Leading outdoor brands, The North Face, Arc’teryx, Adidas Terrex, Patagonia and Vivobarefoot launch a commitment to equity and inclusion by establishing 'Opening Up the Outdoors'.

Whahoo! Nicky is off on her next adventure - it's very big, it's very scary, super remote and absolutely freezing! She is heading back to the Arctic Circle to raise much need funds for two very special charities. This time, she is going even further north towards to the actual North Pole!

In this weeks episode of the Outside & Active Podcast, we welcome former military man and endurance sport specialist, Michael Coates. Michael speaks through his love and hate relationship with endurance events, his history serving in the Military, and the importance of declassifying stigmas around mental health.

Have you ever heard about The Adventure Travel Film Festival? Luckily contibutor, Jenny-Anne, visited the festival this year and gives you the low-down on her thoughts and experience. If you love films and the great outdoors, this could be perfect for you!

In this weeks throwback Thursday we head back to the Outside and Active Festival last year where Ashley Cox spoke to presenter of the BBC's 'Coast', Nicholas Crane. Listen in to hear about Nicholas' experiences and aventures in the outdoors.

We know it’s super hot out there, we have some ideas to trick your mind into being cool, you can immerse yourself in cold adventures from around the world. The first needs some action on your part. Do you even know where your ski gear is?

Treat yourself to some Friday adventure as we throw it back to the Outside & Active Digtial Festival last year when we spoke to incredible adventurer, Sean Conway. Sean is an adventurer and is the only man who has swim, run and cycled the length of the UK. He is joined by Mike Seaman to talk through his experiences.

In this throwback article, we take a look at an interview with Ed Stafford during the Outside & Active festival. Stafford is an English explorer and holds the Guinness World Record for being the first human ever to walk the length of the Amazon River.

Bored of the same podcasts, books and articles that you always revert back to? Looking for some renewed inspiration? Take a look at a collection of summer-themed books and podcasts that you may not have heard about - collated by contributor Nicky Chisholm

What are your running goals? 1k around the block, your first park run, a 10k with your run club, your second half marathon, a bucket list style crazy run for 100k across hills and dales. This article from contributor, Nicky Chisholm, takes a look at the best ways to manage your motivation mojo

Are you longing to escape? Do you need to dust off your tent? Head off to Somerset to discover some absolutely beautiful walks.

Feeling inspired by the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony last night, it struck me just how important a role sport plays in all of our lives.

Ocean Advocate and dryrobe® Ambassador Cal Major shares her tips for hitting the road and heading to Europe in your camper van.

What's the best way to stay cool during a heatwave? Watch some cold movies, of course! Here are our top five picks for adventure films that will help you beat the heat:

A new challenge, cycling the South Downs Way - it's tougher than you think! Here's 10 tips to help you on your next adventure.

If you're looking for an adventure, consider climbing Mount Toubkal in Morocco.

Adventuring isn’t all about what you see, but it’s often about how you feel and the experiences that help change you or enable you to grow. The experience of something new.

Struggling with your little ones to keep up on their bikes, set up the tent or do that long family walk? Maybe you're doing it too early... Have a look at this helpful development guide from Mounts

Do you feel like you're living a life of monotony? Are you longing to do something more exciting but don't think you can afford it? Think again! You can live a life of adventure on a budget.

From racing Usain Bolt to a self powered adventure across Africa, Mario Rigby has experienced a lot in his time as an eco-explorer.