In 2017, we were over the moon to be able to launch the Adventure Queen Grant – our little way of supporting one of our community to set out on their first big adventure. And we were doubly delighted to be able to be bringing it again last year. In case you’re new to the … Continue reading 2018 ADVENTURE QUEEN GRANT FINALISTS
It’s always the first question. I return from a solo adventure, having wild camped on my way; pushed my physical, emotional and mental limits; reached new heights and set new sights. There’s mud under my nails and freckles pepper my face. I’m desperately craving fresh fruit and vegetables. My hair needs a wash and the … Continue reading Weren’t you scared?! By Aileen McKay
I am the 'queen of novelty' - the joy of finding something new has always been a driving force. Where I have come unstuck is persisting with things and this feeling to find 'my thing' that I would want to stick to. This feeling of needing to find something and stick to it has led … Continue reading What do I want to do… let’s try 52! By Clare Henshaw
Do you wish you could spend more time outdoors? Why is it that other commitments seem to take priority, with great adventure plans relegated to 'another time'? Like you, outdoorsy fun has to fit around life's other commitments. A few years ago, I took on 52 challenges alongside my full-time job in banking to see … Continue reading A 7-step plan to find time and space for adventure, by Annie Ross
Do you know the one about the Gobhaun Saor? He was an Irish peddler who, embarking on a long journey on foot, asked his son to shorten the road. The son knew, of course, that the best way to shorten any road is to tell a story as you walk. My dad used to start … Continue reading Top Walking Tales by Julia Gillick
London based AQ Natasha is a painter with a passion for travel - she loves to go to far away places with a paintbrush and a sketchbook! If she's not painting, she is generally swimming, running or planning her next adventure! You can follow her current travelling art project across South America on her Instagram @natashacrossart … Continue reading Travels With My Paintbox, by Natasha Cross
I used to think that summer was my favourite time of year. The long days, the blazing sunshine, the warmth on my face and the happy buzz of people out and about. The idea of being constantly cold and damp, with short gloomy days and everyone panicking about the festive season didn’t really appeal to … Continue reading Tips for embracing winter
WHAT IS FORAGING? Foraging is the gathering of foods found in the wild, many of which are delicious, fantastic sources of vitamins and nutrients and best of all they’re FREE! Many of us in the UK grow up having picked blackberries; they seem to grow absolutely everywhere from roadsides, school fields, woodlands, parks, gardens. Wherever … Continue reading Your Guide to Foraging
We may be preaching to the converted, but have you ever thought of asking your boss for more than your annual leave quota? Many businesses have finally cottoned on; a flexible work/life balance means keeping you super sausage workers onboard longer term, and career breaks are often part of the work perks. We caught up … Continue reading Solo Sabbatical Adventure
I can’t imagine living without a van. In 2016, my partner and I bought an old builder’s van – a 57 plate Nissan Primastar, to be precise. We stripped the back out, cleaned it up, and converted it ourselves into KeVan, the hardiest campervan around. This experience changed my life. Since finishing our conversion almost … Continue reading The Three P’s of Van Conversion
