Helvellyn (Vertigo – human 1, dog 0)

Many studies are contributing to what we know regarding the effects of the outdoors. It’s an evolution in terms of therapeutic techniques, a counterbalance for mental health complaints, and a firm aid for general wellbeing. The results are heavily weighted towards positive factors, but how are we determining what is positive? Here at BDO, we […]

Interview with Solomon Maragh

Our very own Lynne Dale recently interviewed Olympic hopeful Solomon Maragh. Read on below to learn more about this truly inspirational young man…

The Outdoor Guide

The Outdoor Guide (TOG) is an online resource set up by Julia Bradbury and sister Gina that aims to bring together information for walks all around the UK. Julia is proud to be the first female President of The Camping and Caravanning Club. On TOG you will find fab walks including those from Julia Bradbury’s […]

The Art of Restoration

Many studies are contributing to what we know regarding the effects of the outdoors. It’s an evolution in terms of therapeutic techniques, a counterbalance for mental health complaints, and a firm aid for general wellbeing. The results are heavily weighted towards positive factors, but how are we determining what is positive? Here at BDO, we […]

Ben Nevis – October 2019

Mark Hunter, an event attendee, shares his personal account from our Ben Nevis walk last October… It was July 1979.  I was 8 years old, I remember it was a Saturday morning. I stood there frozen to my spot with an incredible amount of fear, dread, panic and confusion. I couldn’t move, my soul went […]

The Art of Kindness

Many studies are contributing to what we know regarding the effects of the outdoors. It’s an evolution in terms of therapeutic techniques, a counterbalance for mental health complaints, and a firm aid for general wellbeing. The results are heavily weighted towards positive factors, but how are we determining what is positive? Hi, I’m Steph, and […]