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

Pack your outdoor gear like a pro for your next adventure trip with Matador's new travel cubes
By Will Symons published
The new Gear Cube Set includes three separate waterproof bags to organize your gear from the airport to the backcountry

Missing hiker found dead in extreme heat in Texas' Big Bend National Park
By Will Symons published
The Big Bend National Park in Texas is widely regarded as one of America's most dangerous, featuring extreme heat and unforgiving terrain

Hurry, you can save £200 right now on the top-of-the-range Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition
By Will Symons published
The Garmin watch boasts a range of high-tech health monitors, long-lasting battery life and plenty of storage

Have your say on this iconic Yosemite hiking trail, as officials ask for feedback
By Will Symons published
Officials want feedback on the safety and overall visitor experience of the dazzling Mist Trail Corridor

Make a bargain start to your Christmas shopping with this five-star rated winter pullover from Patagonia, now $100 off
By Will Symons published
Suitable for camping, trail running and hiking, this lightweight shell will keep wearers cozy in the wilderness, and is currently 50% off at Patagonia

Want to save up to 50% off outdoor leading brands like Columbia, Fjällräven and Keen? We've hand-picked some incredible flash sale deals available right now
By Will Symons published
Camping and hiking gear are reduced by up to 40% while industry leading names have had their prices slashed in half

Mammut claims to ‘fight back’ against climate change with new initiative to cut emissions
By Will Symons published
Collaborating with several different companies, Mammut want to cut their carbon emissions and reach net-zero by 2025

Bear activity is rising in Yosemite National Park - here’s how to stay safe on the trails
By Will Symons published
There's lots to consider before hiking through bear-inhabited backcountry, here are our three top tips

Your Garmin could be about to get a lot brighter as the smartwatch specialists get a hold of ground-breaking LED tech
By Will Symons published
Lumishore's ultra bright LED lighting could prove handy for Garmin smartwatches on the trails or underwater

Keep cozy and help the UK's National Parks with these camping blankets
By Will Symons published
Hitch and Roam's National Parks Collection camping blankets are designed to keep users cozy in the backcountry, while some of the profits go straight to preservation

Take on the backcountry with this brand new multi sport GPS watch from Polar
By Will Symons published
Polar's first mid range sports watch features a range of fitness and health monitors, GPS tracking and 150 sports modes

Yellowstone got its first snowfall this week - here’s everything you need to be ready for winter hiking
By Will Symons published
Snow at Yellowstone can mean only one thing, it's time for some winter adventures! Prepare for your own chilly forays with these handy tips

Think you could solve Britain’s hardest bouldering problem? Watch Aidan Roberts send the UK’s first V17
By Will Symons published
The British climbing prodigy conquered the 'Spots of Time' bouldering problem earlier this year

Canadian officials insist hiker risk is low at popular hiking spot despite "large number" of unexploded bombs
By Will Symons published
Now a nature reserve, Mer Bleue bog was used as a practice ariel bombing range from 1942 to 1945

Get your Christmas shopping started early with £300 off this sleek Garmin smartwatch
By Will Symons published
Right now, you can snag 50% off the super smart Garmin Epix Gen 2 GPS watch at H. Samuel

Could this propane-free kettle be the perfect companion for chilly winter camps? Introducing the Petromax Fire Kettle
By Will Symons published
Suitable for heating food and hot cups of coffee alike, Petromax hope their latest kettle can keep campers toasty on cold winter nights

Millions of gallons of sewage "illegally" pumped into England’s largest lake - claims
By Will Symons published
Windermere, in the world-famous Lake District, had more than 30 million gallons of sewage pumped into it between 2021 and 2023, according to new reports

Concerned officials warn of ‘critical’ wildfire risk in the Midwest
By Will Symons published
Residents in South Dakota, Nebraska and northern Kansas will be on high alert as wildfire warning issued

Record-breaking Nepalese teen returns home to hero's welcome after summiting Earth's tallest peaks
By Will Symons published
At only 18, Nima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest person to summit Earth's 14 tallest mountains last week

British man falls to his death from Spanish bridge attempting to film social media stunt
By Will Symons published
The digital content creator fell from the Puente de Castilla-La Mancha bridge in Talavera, Spain

"We’re hoping NOT to break any more records" – mountain rescue services overwhelmed by spike in callouts
By Will Symons published
Mountain rescue services from across the globe are responding to record calls for help

Nepalese teen becomes the youngest person to summit the world's 14 highest peaks
By Will Symons published
Beating the previous record by 12 years, 18-year-old Nima Rinja Sherpa dedicated his achievement to his fellow Nepalese sherpas

Overpass project to stop animals getting hit by cars in Yellowstone moves a step closer
By Will Symons published
Two proposed overpasses would provide Yellowstone's wildlife with a safe way to cross the highway near Dome Mountain
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