After a break from my 12 months of microadventures due to a busy schedule, it felt like the perfect time to pick up where I left off. With my trusty OMM mat, PHD sleeping bag, Terra Nova Jupiter Lite, and a change of clothes for the work event, I set off after the school drop-off… Continue reading Rediscovering Microadventures: June – A Year Later in the Peak District
Month: June 2024
A Day at Bloxham School Founderstide: Reminiscence and Reflection
Nearly 30 years after leaving Bloxham School, and with my quest to obtain a copy of the Norway expedition video footage reconnecting me to some of my old teachers who were still teaching at the school, I decided it was time to revisit the school. In particular, I wanted to run some of the old… Continue reading A Day at Bloxham School Founderstide: Reminiscence and Reflection
Annual Weekend Cycle Camping Adventure with the Kids: Exploring the Five Pits Trail and Silverhill Trail
The time had come for our annual cycle camping trip. We have been going on this annual trip ever since my daughter was able to sit in a bike seat. Over the past decade, every year we have been away for a weekend of cycle camping. Most recently, we have visited various locations in the… Continue reading Annual Weekend Cycle Camping Adventure with the Kids: Exploring the Five Pits Trail and Silverhill Trail
First Wild Camping with CampWild.uk: Embracing Nature and Solitude
For me, the allure of wild camping lies in its promise of adventure, solitude, and a deep connection with nature. My recent experience with our first wild camping trip with https://www.campwild.uk perfectly encapsulated these elements. Our destination was described on their website as the perfect blend of wild and accessible. The directions were detailed, and… Continue reading First Wild Camping with CampWild.uk: Embracing Nature and Solitude
Night Camping in the Peak District: Gearing Up for a Summer of Fun
This weekend marked the first camping trip of the year with both kids, an excellent opportunity for a “shakedown” test of our camping gear before more adventures later this summer. Stay tuned for more updates! Our adventure began with a bus ride to the Robin Hood Inn car park, followed by a picturesque walk along… Continue reading Night Camping in the Peak District: Gearing Up for a Summer of Fun