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Hiker crossing river in Mountain Valley, Glencoe, Scotland

How to cross a river safely – and when not to

By Emily Woodhouse, Pat Kinsella last updated

Knowing how to cross a river safely and when not to even try is a crucial skill for all wilderness walkers

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what is a satellite communicator: man holding GPS unit

What is a satellite communicator? The purpose and functions of these potentially life-saving devices

By Alex Foxfield published

What is a satellite communicator? We take a look at why this technological tether to the rest of the world might be essential for your wilderness expeditions

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A dog with porcupine quills in its snout

Porcupine quills in dogs: what to do if your canine gets quilled

By Julia Clarke published

Porcupine quills in dogs are painful and can be dangerous, so we explain what to do if your dog gets quilled to avert disaster

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