27 March, 2021

How to climb your first mountain

This special supplement from Trail magazine will take you from your local trails to the summit of your very first mountain.

Inspired by the outdoor exercise boom during lockdown, the experts at Trail magazine tell you everything you need to know about preparing for and nailing your first mountain hike. Including…  

The best gear for beginners
10 perfect first-time mountain routes
Hillwalking jargon buster
The basics of navigation
How to pack your rucksack
And much more…

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Most recent articles in CLIMBING

Learning how to climb - from scrambling to climbing

Learning to walk is one thing. Learning to climb is another. In this article, we introduce you to the lesser known scrambling, which is a stepping stone towards climbing. Contributor, Nigel, explains how the best way to learn, it to do.

Climbing when blind

Climber and adventurer, Jesse Dufton, talks about his experiences climbing, even though he is blind. Jesse demonstrates his climbing ability and passes on advice in this engaging video interview.

Steve McClure - the Rock Climber

Steve McClure speaks about his long history with climbing whilst answering questions from the Outside & Active audience. Steve is then joined by Susie Chan where they speak further about his climbing experiences. If you're into climbing, then this throwback video is exactly the thing for you.

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If walking in high places, waking up to a stunning sunrise from a summit camp and experiencing the unique grandeur of the British Isles from an elevated perspective is your idea of a great weekend – let Trail magazine be your guide. Trail magazine is the UK’s best-selling hill walking magazine, and every month packs incredible imagery, inspirational ideas for adventures, fully-mapped routes and expert-written gear reviews into every page.