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Why Litter is a Symptom of our Growing Disconnection from Nature

May 8, 2026
7 min read

How Trash Free Trails is shifting the conversation about litter in nature away from blame and towards connection, evidence and long term change

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How Walking Helped Me Recover from Fibromyalgia

May 6, 2026
9 min read

At 28 Sally Mayor was told she’d be ill for the rest of her life, founder of the group Fibro Walkers she shares her inspiring story of recovery and her practical advice for walking with fibromyalgia

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Why Women Need Time in the Woods

April 14, 2026
4 min read

Learn how spending time in the woods can enhance well-being. Reconnect with nature and discover new skills in a supportive setting.

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Social Health and the 5-3-1 Guidelines

April 8, 2026
7 min read

Understand the vital role of social health for a happy life and how Hiking Groups with the 5-3-1 approach can help combat loneliness

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How Fear of Movement Quietly Shapes the Way We Age

March 24, 2026
7 min read

Stiffness and pain often stem from habits and fear of movement, not age. Discover how small changes can help.

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How Paddleboarding Changed My Life

March 23, 2026
7 min read

Read this inspiring personal story of how paddleboarding helped Anu Aladin regain control after navigating a cancer diagnosis and treatment.

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What is a Glimmer? How Small Outdoor Moments Can Lift Your Mood

March 2, 2026
3 min read

A glimmer is the opposite of a trigger – find out how to train your brain to notice these moments of calm and safety

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25 Science‑Backed Benefits of Hiking (and How to Start)

February 6, 2026
8 min read

We share 25 RESEARCH BACKED benefits of hiking for heart, mind and wellbeing, plus easy tips, kit basics and how OS Maps can help you get outside.

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The RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch – are you ready?

January 13, 2026
3 min read

Join OS Champion Wildlife Kate (Kate Macrae) for the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch, an annual, citizen‑science hour counting garden birds. Discover what it is, how to take part, and why your count matters.