
Will Symons
Will Symons developed his love of the outdoors as a student, exploring every inch of Sussex’s South Downs national park and wild swimming off the Brighton seafront. Now a Staff Writer for Advnture, Will previously worked as a freelance journalist and writer, covering everything from cricket to ancient history. Like most Advnture staff, Will’s time is rarely spent indoors, he can often be found hiking, wild swimming or playing cricket.
Latest articles by Will Symons

Feral pigs captured and killed after a second suspected illegal rewilding attempt in the Scottish Highlands
By Will Symons published
Eight pigs were discovered almost exactly a month after illegally released lynx were found in the Cairngorms National Park

Hurry and save $42 on these trail-ready Vasque hiking shoes before the brand shuts and they're gone forever
By Will Symons published
Iconic outdoor brand Vasque is closing its doors, so retailers are offering huge savings on all its top-rated gear, including the Re:connect Now hiking shoes

Climbers attempting to summit America's tallest mountain in potential peril over threatened mountain rescue cuts
By Will Symons published
Denali, America's tallest mountain, could face a summer with a rescue team of just four after Trump hiring freeze

These "top technical trail-running shoes" from La Sportiva are 55% off and ready for long-distance romps in the wilderness
By Will Symons published
The La Sportiva Bushido 2 trail running shoes feature superb grip on a highly technical sole, perfect for long, challenging runs

Hiker "lost his footing and fell" to his death while hiking with friends at Hawaii falls – how to stay safe on waterfall hikes
By Will Symons published
Waterfalls can be hazardous for hikers due to the slippery, wet rocks surrounding them

From tents to tech: check out the latest innovations in outdoor living at the 2025 Caravan, Camping and Motorhome show
By Will Symons published
Over 400 exhibitors will be at the NEC in Birmingham to show off the latest vehicles, tents, and tech from the world of camping

"A fantastic all-rounder" - the versatile Salomon Sense Ride 5 trail running shoes wowed us and they're now half-price
By Will Symons published
We gave the Salomon Sense Ride 5s a well-deserved four-and-a-half-star rating thanks to their comfy mesh upper and grippy outsole

Yellowstone National Park at an increased risk of wildfires due to standing dead trees, warn researchers
By Will Symons published
Researchers are urging Yellowstone officials to invest in greater protection after the findings of a new report

“I don’t want to be a part of this circus anymore” - former European champ quits competition climbing
By Will Symons published
Stasa Gejo, who's been competition climbing for more than a decade, is shifting her focus to outdoor bouldering

Fend off the elements and save more than $200 on this backcountry tent from The North Face
By Will Symons published
Insulating, waterproof, and wind-resistant - The North Face Mountain 25 is well-equipped to take on harsh weather in the wilderness

Hit the trails and save 30% off this "amazingly warm" windbreaker from Patagonia
By Will Symons published
The lightweight and portable Patagonia Houdini jacket received a coveted four-and-a-half-star rating in our review

Millions of visitors to national parks could face "overflowing trash, uncleaned bathrooms" after Trump hiring freeze
By Will Symons published
Thousands of workers who look after America's 63 national parks face an uncertain future after a crackdown on federal funding

Yosemite National Park plagued by reservation uncertainty - here's where you can go instead
By Will Symons published
From Sequoia to Kings Canyon, California is home to several stunning national parks that aren't bogged down by booking problems

Garmin Fenix 6 and Fenix 6 Pro users can now run, hike, and swim without several irritating bugs thanks to a new update
By Will Symons published
Among the fixes, trekkers, runners, and cyclists will be able to gain elevation without constant, annoying alerts

"Carrying is made more comfortable" - with this highly-rated Osprey backpack - now 25% off
By Will Symons published
The durable Osprey Talon backpack is ready to fend off the elements with a tough nylon exterior and plenty of room inside

"Beloved" volunteer found dead in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where she'd worked for more than 20 years
By Will Symons published
The body of Ann Houghton, 73, was discovered five days after she failed to return from an overnight hike in the park

Hiker found dead after suspected fall in Zion National Park, Utah
By Will Symons published
The body of Cesar Herrera-Ruiz was discovered on Zion's canyon overlook trail after hikers reported a fall to authorities

Save money and suit up for chilly winter camping trips with 50% off this snug Patagonia jacket
By Will Symons published
The Patagonia Downdrift Jacket is the perfect campsite companion, with a toasty 600-fill-power down interior and heat-trapping construction

Yellowstone super-volcano unlikely to erupt anytime soon, say scientists
By Will Symons published
Scientists have assessed Yellowstone's chances of eruption by measuring electronic currents flowing deep within the Earth

Garmin Fenix 7 owners to benefit from improved maps and heart rate monitoring in new update
By Will Symons published
After last week's worldwide crash that took days to fix, Garmin has a fresh beta update for the smartwatch

Hikers arrested for allegedly trekking Hawaii's illegal 'stairway to heaven' and throwing a railing off the route
By Will Symons published
The Haiku stairs, which have been closed for decades, cut a path through O'ahu's Ko'olau mountain range

Margherita pizza up a mountain? This portable oven is built for the backcountry - as long as you don't mind lugging it there
By Will Symons published
The Gozney Tread pizza oven is designed for use in the wilderness, but at nearly 30lb you can't exactly pop it in your backpack

Free to explore - disabled hikers, trail runners, and wild swimmers can now all benefit from specially adapted Berghaus gear
By Will Symons published
New initiative customises gear for people living with disabilities, so they can experience the wilderness in comfort
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