The Ultimate List of Outdoor Recreational Activities
Whether you want fun, adventure, extreme activies or relaxing outdoors, there are things to do for free, ideas for physical wellbeing, and outdoor activities for groups. My mission is to enable everyone, whatever their ability, to discover ideas for outdoor activities, sports and jobs that you will enjoy and encourage you to spend more time being Active Outdoors.
Use the list of outdoor activities to discover how to get started in any activity, what skills you need, where to get training, what gear you should have, and where to go to try it out near you or on an activity holiday.
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G Adventures April Discounts
From Apr 1 until April 30 G Adventures are running their Classic Sale with up to 15% off selected Classic trips and 15% off My [Read More…]

Indoor Skydiving
Indoor Skydiving is the amazing freefall simulation experience created by floating over a powerful vertically mounted fan. Skills – Strength: 4, Balance: 7, Flexibility: 1, [Read More…]

Falconry Experience Days
Falconry Experience Days allow you to get up close and personal with a variety of birds of prey. It makes an ideal gift for animal [Read More…]

Gliding Lessons
Gliding is the most wonderful experience of flying an unpowered plane using just the wind, updrafts and thermals to provide lift. Silently swooping and soaring [Read More…]

Outdoor Activities for Kids and Families In Winter
There is a lot for kids to enjoy in the outdoors in winter. In the days when I had small kids, getting them outdoors in [Read More…]
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G Adventures April Discounts
From Apr 1 until April 30 G Adventures are running their Classic Sale with up to 15% off selected Classic trips and 15% off My [Read More…]
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Ways to Recover From Long Covid And Chronic Lyme Disease
2020 has been a real physical and mental challenge for everyone, leaving many with Long Covid, mental health problems and generally in need of a [Read More…]
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I Need Sleep – Puppy Training
I am longing for the day when our new cockapoo puppy actually gains the confidence to sleep all night long in his own bed without [Read More…]
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New E-Bike tour launches from Crans-Montana – The Glacier Haute Route
The Swiss Alpine resort of Crans-Montana is the host and starting location for a new e-bike tour from specialist guiding company, e-Alps. Exploring the UNESCO [Read More…]
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Take a Friend Fishing 2020
Take a Friend Fishing extended to build on rush to give fishing a go! The campaign has been extended to run from the 14th August [Read More…]
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All Generations Need to be Reminded of the Country Code
As Coronavirus has swept relentlessly across the Globe, the UK government has encouraged everyone to exercise outdoors. Some people however have taken their city ways [Read More…]
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Lockdown Encourages British Public to Get Active Outdoors More Often
A recent survey commissioned by Maier Sports reveals changing habits for the British public throughout lockdown as they get outdoors more often and plan to [Read More…]
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The Joys of Being an Outdoor Dad on Fathers Day
Apparently teenagers today are suffering from Nature Deficit Disorder. That means they don’t get out much when it comes to interacting with the natural environment. [Read More…]
Activity Holidays
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What Makes Camping Comfortable?
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How to Become a BASI Snowboard Instructor
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How to Become a Ski Instructor
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Should I go Skiing or Snowboarding?
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Outdoor Jobs
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How to Become a BASI Snowboard Instructor
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How to Become a Ski Instructor
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Get Paid to Experience the Freedom of Sun, Sea and Sailing Jobs
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Wildlife and Nature Activities
Health and Fitness
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Ways to Recover From Long Covid And Chronic Lyme Disease
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Starting A New Project for a New Year
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Outdoor Gadgets
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Outdoorsy Men
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Glow Sticks and Glow Bands for Seasonal Fun
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Team Building Activities
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Outdoor Team Building Activities
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Physical Team Building Activities
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50 Team Building Activities for Teens
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Team Building Activities for Teenage Athletes
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Team Building Sailing Days Company Incentives
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