Biking a thousand miles is a tough challenge at the best of times, but throw in mammoth sand dunes, ferocious head winds, extreme isolation and lions and it becomes one of the toughest challenges on the planet. This is what faced explorer Dr Kate Leeming, as she set out to become the first person in history […]
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6 Tips When Buying Recreational Land
As a property investor, recreational land might not be at the top of your list of options to explore, but these types of properties offer plenty of unexpected benefits. On top of tax deductions, minimized maintenance, and long-term security, reactionary land also offers land buyers the chance to own a location that will be home […]
5 Tips for Outdoor Winter Photography
When the cold and the first snowfalls arrive, many photographers are tempted to stay warm at home. But the brave ones who brave the elements will sometimes be rewarded with superb shots of snow-covered landscapes. Here are 5 practical tips to take good pictures in winter and the too often neglected beauties. 1- Get warmly […]
The Leave No Trace Seven Principles – Guidance to Enjoy Our Natural World
During walks or hikes, instructions must be respected to avoid damaging the biodiversity present on your way. Animal species, plants, and ecosystems are fragile, they must be preserved. An eco-citizen attitude on holiday, hikes, wild camping, and in everyday life helps to preserve them. Learn the “Leave No Trace Seven Principles” with this infographic (share […]
How Nature and the Outdoors Make you Happier, More Creative and Smarter
It may seem surprising to you, but in the middle of the 19th century, doctors prescribed walks in nature. Concerned about the effects of pollution and noise on their urban patients who were in distress, doctors did not hesitate to prescribe a visit to a sanatorium or a more peaceful pastoral environment like the Swiss […]
