Peter and Joe's Munro Round
UKH/UKC users Peter Holder and Joe Mann are currently making a trip around all 283 Munros, with the help of a rusty orange Transit van.
Landranger Maps Go Weatherproof
The Ordnance Survey has extended its range of plastic-coated weather proof 1:50K mapping to cover the whole of the UK
Peatbog Mismanagement Leads to CO2 Emissions
In Britain alone, damage caused by bad peatland management is leading to annual greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to around 660,000 UK households, according to a recent report highlighting the poor state of the world's peatlands.
BMC Need Help TODAY - Facebook Campaign The BMC are looking to get more Facebook fans by 4pm this afternoon. If they reach 10,000 then they are going to donate £1000 to Porter's Progress, a charity that we at UKC think is a worthy cause.
Scottish Hilltracks Consultation
Consultation is underway on a proposed amendment to Scotland's planning system that would bring the construction of vehicle tracks in the hills under planning control for the first time. Members of the public can comment.
New Bothy on Jura
The Mountain Bothies Association has today announced its adoption of a new bothy on Jura, its second on the island
Shakeup of England's National Trails
The future management of National Trails in England is being put to the public in a consultation which runs for only the next eight weeks.
Keswick Mountain Festival Begins
The Keswick Mountain Festival starts this Wednesday 16th May and runs until Sunday the 20th. If you plan to be in the Lakes, or need a good reason to be there, the Keswick Mountain Festival celebrates all things outdoors, with a great line up of speakers, exhibitions, events, races, skill courses and have-a-go activities for all ages.
FRIDAY NIGHT VIDEO: Steve McClure
I picked this video up late this afternoon and loved it, especially as the UKC/UKH/Rockfax team are going on a climbing trip to Ariège in the French Pyrenees tomorrow.
Watch Steve McClure make it look easy, shot and edited by Alastair Lee and team with some great music.
2400 Teens Take on Ten Tors
This Saturday 2400 youngsters aged between 14 and 19 will take part in the annual Ten Tors challenge on Dartmoor. This Army-run event is one of Britain's biggest adventure challenges for young people.
The BMC's AGM: What Is The BMC Doing For You?
What have the BMC done for you? What state are their finances in? Who are the new Presidents and Vice-Presidents? Mick Ryan reports from the BMC AGM.
Wales Coast Path Opens Today
The Wales Coast Path is officially opening today, making Wales the first country in the world to be entirely circled by long distance trails
Brecon Beacons Bid for Dark Skies Status
The Brecon Beacons National Park have released a promo video in support of their bid to become the first International Dark Sky Reserve in Wales
A New Angle on the Munros
Though Munro maps have been produced before none are quite like MunrOverground, a new topological take on the 3000-foot mountains of Scotland
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