New year, new you... How about a resolution to make 2018 your year of adventure?

The Adventure Queen Grant - Funding Opportunity for those with 'lady bits'!

December 11, 2017Funding, Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

Anna is the brains behind Adventure Queens, the women’s adventure community set up with the aim of delicately smashing down the barriers that prevent women from heading off on adventures and is offering a fantastic funding opportunity.

Life is short! These 101 adventurers will inspire you to live it

December 8, 2017Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

If you've ever wondered how to be an adventurer or how to have an adventure by yourself, then you're the reason this guide was put together. It features 101 of the most inspiring British adventurers (including our very own founder, Belinda Kirk!)

An Open Invitation to Explorers and Adventurers - The Captain Scott Awards

December 6, 2017Funding, Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

The Captain Scott Awards are granted to assist individuals or groups to undertake adventurous expeditions and endeavours.

CLIMB THE UK – a record-breaking 5,000-mile journey to climb the highest points of all 100 UK counties in 72 days on two wheels, two feet and a kayak.

December 1, 2017Trip Report, Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

Read Alex Staniforth's story of his amazing record-breaking challenge to reach the highest point of every county of the UK to raise awareness for youth mental health charity Young Minds.

Desert Expedition Vehicles Needed

November 27, 2017Adventure Revolution, Join a TeamBelinda KirkComment

John is mounting an expedition to the Middle East in March/April 2018 and is looking for two cheap, battered 4x4 vehicles suitable for desert travel in Amman!

1 Lad, 1 Dad, 1 Mate, 3 Peaks, 24 Hours

November 10, 2017Trip Report, Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

Planning to tackle the National Three Peaks Challenge? Read about how Roly and his son endured the suffering and triumph of this tough adventure.

Things to Know Before Hiking in New Zealand

November 6, 2017Adventure Revolution, CommunityBelinda KirkComment

Looking up for the best hiking experiences? New Zealand, hands down, is one of the bests you could ever imagine. The lush green forests, the breathtaking landscapes, mountain tops, captivating lakes and the most beautiful humans on Earth are sights you would see all the time.

Are YOU looking for a teammate for your next adventure?

October 27, 2017Join a Team, Adventure RevolutionBelinda Kirk1 Comment

Did you know that Explorers Connect was created to help you find fellow adventurers to share your experiences with?

SES Explorer Awards 2018

October 25, 2017Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

Echoing the Scientific Exploration Society's (SES) long history of worldwide exploration and pioneering leadership, the quest to encourage ‘Pioneers with Purpose’ is the primary focus of the SES Explorer Awards.

The fight to lessen plastic pollution in the oceans

October 23, 2017Adventure Revolution, CommunityBelinda Kirk1 Comment

EC Member Libby Bowles is making her very own bamboo bicycle to cycle around the world to raise awareness about (and trying to lessen) plastic pollution in the oceans.

Are you up for the ultimate rowing adventure?

October 18, 2017Join a Team, Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

Imagine a rowing boat with two small cabins strapped on top and rowing it over 2,000 miles both non-stop and unsupported around the coast of mainland UK waters.

Could you inspire more people to #GetOutside?

October 16, 2017Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

Do you love to #GetOutside and have an infectious enthusiasm for the Great British outdoors? Then become an OS #GetOutside champion for 2018/19!

In Search of Hannibal

October 12, 2017Trip Report, Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

James Dyer has recently returned from a 3 week cycling trip around Europe following Hannibal's route from Cartagena to Turin over the Alps!

The Only Ten Adventure Websites you will NEED. Ever.

October 7, 2017Adventure RevolutionBelinda Kirk2 Comments

Hannah Cox from betternotstop shares her advice on the best adventure websites (caveat - we didn't ask her to include EC!)

Hiking the Transcaucasian Trail

October 6, 2017Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

21-year-old adventurer and University of Bristol engineering student, Val Ismaili, recently became the first thru-hiker of the 1500km Transcaucasian Trail running through Armenia and Georgia. He shares his story with EC.

My Mountain Journey: From Snowdon to Toubkal

October 4, 2017Adventure RevolutionBelinda Kirk1 Comment

EC Member Kat Lawman shares the story of her amazing mountain journey which turned out to be an even more amazing life journey.

How to start your career in adventure

September 28, 2017Funding, Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

Kick-start your dreams to work in adventure with this advice from trekkingnut.com.

Walking the Rabbit Proof Fence

September 25, 2017Trip Report, Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

Read Lindsey's amazing story of wanting to walk the Rabbit Proof Fence; how she booked a one way ticket to Western Australia not knowing whether it was even possible or feasible and with a minimum budget she ventured along the fence unsupported with only a trolley named Trevor (after her dad) who quickly became quite the companion.

How we walked the length of Wales

July 27, 2017Trip Report, Adventure RevolutionBelinda KirkComment

Mike Jones and Marcus Samperi check in with us after walking the length of Wales recently!

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