Updates
Tips, advice, and updates from Mountainsandmoor and the outdoor training community.
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· External resourceCrows, rooks and ravens all belong to the corvid family, but they can be tricky to tell apart on a walk. The Woodland Trust breaks down the differences — from…
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· External resourceCompetence in adventure activities always has a context — the real question is whether someone is competent enough for the job they’re asked to do. Adventure…
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· External resourceClimate change is already reshaping outdoor delivery — from heatwaves and flash flooding to less predictable wind, winter conditions and emerging disease…
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· External resourceTracking devices can support safety management on expeditions and remote activities, but they shouldn’t replace planning, supervision or instructor judgement.…
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· External resourceWith around 270 bee species in the UK — including honeybees, 24 bumblebees and nearly 250 solitary bees — telling them apart can feel daunting. This Woodland…
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· External resourceA risk assessment document is evidence that someone, somewhere, assessed a risk — it may not be evidence that you have. Adventure RMS argues that the value…
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· External resourceHave you noticed a bumper crop of acorns under oak trees? The Woodland Trust explains that a mast year is when trees produce an unusually large crop of nuts or…
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· External resourceThe UK Met Office in partnership with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is predicting periods of exceptionally hot weather over the next few days. The…
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· External resourceMountain Training has launched a new e-learning platform to support candidates and leaders at all stages of their development. This digital hub features four…
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· External resourceUnder the new Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Act 2026, every state school pupil in Scotland is now legally entitled to at least four nights…
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· External resourceAs providers prepare for staff training, induction and refresher sessions ahead of the 2026 season, it is important to recognise that UK water temperatures are…
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· External resourceThe Health and Safety Executive (HSE) acts as the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA) and holds the legal power to grant or revoke adventure…
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· External resourceNerys Lloyd, the former owner of Salty Dog Ltd, has been sentenced to a total of 10 years 6 months for the gross negligence manslaughter of four paddleboarders…
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· External resourceA recent poll reveals the formula for a perfect walk according to British walkers. The ideal route is circular, 1-4 miles long, set in the countryside with…
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· External resourceWe recently came across an article that highlights the benefits of combining the NNAS (National Navigation Award Scheme) Bronze Award with the DofE (Duke of…
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· External resourceWe came across this great article on how proper nutrition can enhance your hill walking experience. It breaks down the key nutrients—carbohydrates, protein,…
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· External resourceWe came across a fascinating update on the OS Maps app. The new "Locate Me" feature, integrated into the app, helps users pinpoint their exact GPS location…
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· External resourceWe found this article about safety around cows during outdoor activities really insightful. It highlights the dangers posed by cows, especially when calves are…
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