Julia Clarke
Julia Clarke is a staff writer for Advnture.com and the author of the book Restorative Yoga for Beginners. She loves to explore mountains on foot, bike, skis and belay and then recover on the the yoga mat. Julia graduated with a degree in journalism in 2004 and spent eight years working as a radio presenter in Kansas City, Vermont, Boston and New York City before discovering the joys of the Rocky Mountains. She then detoured west to Colorado and enjoyed 11 years teaching yoga in Vail before returning to her hometown of Glasgow, Scotland in 2020 to focus on family and writing.
Latest articles by Julia Clarke
"National Parks are not playgrounds" – caution urged after toddler makes a break for it during volcanic eruption
By Julia Clarke published
Officials implore visitors to observe all closures and stick to the trails
Hikers warned after 2 die in separate New Year's day falls on same Pyrenean trail
By Julia Clarke published
Both women slipped in the same spot and fell over 900 feet
The Adidas Terrex AX4 is a hiking shoe that can handle most challenges, and it's a massive 53% off at Amazon now
By Julia Clarke published
We liked how this robust shoe handled the trails, but remained inconspicuous around town
2 "ill-prepared" hikers die while searching for Sasquatch amid freezing conditions
By Julia Clarke published
The two men are said to have set off in search of the mythical creature when they succumbed to winter conditions
Planning to pick up the pace in 2025? Good news – at 50% off, the awesome Garmin Epix (Gen 2) just hit its lowest price ever
By Julia Clarke last updated
The Epix is one of Garmin's most advanced GPS watches and it's down to just $449
White Christmas? Then grab these tough MSR snowshoes at 35% off and float through deep snow this holiday season
By Julia Clarke published
The MSR Evo Explore Snowshoes are durable and comfortable for all-day winter treks and they're $85 off this Christmas
Heading out in the backcountry? Learn avalanche transceiver skills for free at this Colorado park before you go
By Julia Clarke published
The Avalanche Transceiver Park is now open to the public free of charge
Got hiking on the brain this Christmas? REI just slashed the prices on a pile of Merrell and you can save nearly $50 on select styles
By Julia Clarke published
Merrell is the gold standard for hiking shoes, and this Christmas you can save on models like the Siren 4 and Moab Speed 2
174 skiers evacuated by rope after gondola tower cracks
By Julia Clarke published
No injuries were reported in the large-scale evacuation
"His limbs were frozen" – solo hiker rescued after attempting sunrise hike, losing trail in snow
By Julia Clarke published
The 28-year-old was "extremely" hypothermic by the time rescue crews reached him in treacherous conditions
Watch the much-anticipated adventure film In a Lifetime, chronicling Xavier de le Rue and family seeking the perfect line in Antarctica
By Julia Clarke published
The film from The North Face follows Xavier de le Rue, his brother Victor and daughter Mila as they cross treacherous waters in search of the perfect line
“I'm not scared when I see her skiing” – legendary snowboarder Xavier de la Rue passes the torch to his daughter in thrilling new adventure documentary
By Julia Clarke published
Of a Lifetime sees the famous skiing family take on Antarctica
Run clubs, cold plunges, mindfulness walks and rest days – these are the top outdoor fitness trends we're expecting in 2025
By Julia Clarke published
Experts weigh in on exactly which outdoor trends will captivate us in the New Year
These 7 outdoor fitness trends will be everywhere in 2025 – here's the gear you need to get started
By Julia Clarke published
From run club to cold plunging, experts predicts these 7 outdoor fitness trends are on the rise, and only getting more popular in the New Year
It's the shortest day of the year – so what are you waiting for? Get outdoors with our 5 favorite ways to celebrate the winter solstice
By Julia Clarke last updated
From hitting the trail to huddling round the fire, these are our favorite ways to celebrate the winter solstice outdoors
"I was over the moon" – Courtney Dauwalter's love affair with Salomon brand to continue for another 5 years
By Julia Clarke published
The ultra running legend will transition into an athlete mentorship role with Salomon when she retires from competing
This Leatherman multi-tool is the perfect sidekick for hikers and there are still a few days left to save 20% in REI's Christmas sale
By Julia Clarke published
Leatherman tools aren't often discounted, but REI has dropped the price down to just $55 on the Leatherman Sidekick, and it's perfect for Christmas shoppers
UTMB runners will have access to personalized online coaching in 2025, thanks to new partnership with RunMotion Coach
By Julia Clarke published
The partnership provides access to programs tailored to your objectives, schedule, level and conditions of fitness
2 solo hikers die this week in separate falls on Boulder's iconic Flatirons
By Julia Clarke published
Both men were hiking solo in the Rocky Mountain foothills
Millions of popular Stanley travel mugs recalled due to burn hazard
By Julia Clarke published
Stanley has announced the recall of all 2.6 million travel mugs that have been sold at popular retailers in the US over the last 8 years
Why not treat yourself this Christmas with £70 off this technical softshell jacket from Montane?
By Julia Clarke published
Dominate the mountains with the Montane Tenacity XT at just £89 in GO Outdoors holiday sale
Left your Christmas shopping till the last minute? Don't worry, the "bombproof" Yeti Lowlands blanket is $40 off right now
By Julia Clarke published
We gave this "tough-as-nails" blanket full marks for performance, and it's a great Christmas gift for campers
National Park Service abandons controversial plans to ban climbing bolts in the wilderness
By Julia Clarke published
The plans have caused an uproar in the climbing community over the past year
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