Sam's Outdoors

Discovering the great British Countryside One Step At A Time

Hiking Fitness: Are You Fit Enough To Go Hiking?

Hiking Fitness: Are You Fit Enough To Go Hiking?

Going on a hike is not the same as your regular afternoon stroll. It’s a fun and adventurous activity, but it does require a certain level of fitness, stability, and strength. This is especially true if you’re going on longer, more challenging hikes or if you’re hiking on rugged terrains. Before exploring the great outdoors, …

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10 Things to Know Before You Start Getting Into Hiking

10 Things to Know Before You Start Getting Into Hiking

Hiking is a great way to see some of the most beautiful places on earth. It allows you to connect with nature and reach places that you wouldn’t be able to visit otherwise. On top of that, hiking is one of these activities that are great for your health. Even with little to no experience, …

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10 Problems That All Hikers Face and How To Avoid Them

10 Problems That All Hikers Face and How To Avoid Them

Things go wrong. It is an unfortunate part of hiking and life in general. However, it always pays to be prepared, and with some proactive measures in place, you can hopefully avoid facing many problems. When I go hiking, I carry both an emergency kit, a first aid kit and a few other things, in …

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Ten Tips for Staying Dry While Hiking in the Rain

Ten Tips for Staying Dry While Hiking in the Rain

There are two guarantees in life, death and taxes. This is unless you go hiking in the UK countryside, then its death, taxes and rain. Whether you’re a hiking newbie or a seasoned guru, eventually, mother nature will catch you in a downpour. Knowing how to stay dry on the trail is a vital part …

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How to Clean Walking Boots, Backpacks and Clothes

How to Clean Walking Boots, Backpacks and Hiking Clothes

Summer is over, and it’s time to put away your hiking gear for another year if you’re not going to be using it over the winter. Personally, I don’t tend to do much hiking over the winter as I’m not a fan of hiking in the snow and such, all my summer hiking gear is …

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10 Hot Weather Hiking Tips To Keep You Comfortable This Summer

10 Hot Weather Hiking Tips To Keep You Comfortable This Summer

There is nothing better than getting out in the countryside this summer. Its something about the fresh air and the English countryside that make the whole weekend almost nostalgic. The problem is when the temperature really starts to climb, and the mercury levels start hitting above 30. This is where hiking can sometimes become a …

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