12 Scientific Benefits of Being Outdoors

Spending time in forests, hiking along trails, and just enjoying the great outdoors can improve your health and wellbeing. Here are the benefits of being outside!

A lot of recreationists like myself will testify to the benefits of being outdoors, especially in natural settings. I always feel better after a weekend camping away from the urban sprawl of the city – physically and mentally. But it’s not just anecdotal. There’s plenty of research to back up the claim that spending time … Read more

11 Research-Based Benefits of Hiking

A hiker celebrating reaching the summit after a climb with rolling hills in the background.

Hiking exists as a continuum. From a gentle stroll on a path in the woods to climbing up a mountain, it takes many forms. Physical activity and exercise have a wide range of health benefits. However, hiking is special in that it offers an opportunity to combine the health benefits of physical exercise with the … Read more

The Leave No Trace Principles Explained

A carelessly discarded single-use Starbucks coffee cup litters the view

Nowadays you’ll struggle to find many outdoor enthusiasts who aren’t familiar with “Leave No Trace” and the ethics embodied by the motto. Designed as a framework to minimize the impact humans have when visiting the great outdoors, Leave No Trace guidelines are applicable to almost every recreational activity. It’s important to familiarise yourself with the … Read more