Often I’m asked about clothing and layering systems for the outdoors, especially when it comes to camping out for several nights. And often I reply with the examples I’ve used over the years to offer an insight into the different options available, be that wool and Ventile for the woods, Down for dry-cold or synthetics for wet-cold etc. And yet when I look back over the last year at the layer I taken with me most, be that for a walk or for overnights, wearing through the day or packed in the rucksack…I find myself struggling to describe it.

As a seasonal gift from Howl HQ to all our readers and clients, I thought I’d share this quick and easy Mulled Juice recipes. Whether you’re making in it the woods, or at home, this warming and gently spiced drink is great for adults and kids alike.

Having worn the Keela Heritage Smock now for over 3 years I thought it high time I offered my thoughts on the jacket I wear more than any other.

If you’re looking for a jacket that comfy to wear all day long, tough enough to handle the rigours of woodland life, and waterproof to the nines…

Having bought the Jerry Can from Lifesaver over 18 months ago now, and having used it multiple days each week while delivering bushcraft courses in the UK, I feel I can now give an accurate review.

During a recent canoe trip to Glen Affric our clients commented on several of meals we had, but one stood out as a fast, calorie high lunch with a punch of flavour. What is in all honesty a very simple recipe, transforms during a hard hike or canoe trip into an aromatic bread that restores your energy and warms you from within.

High above the vistas to the sea I feel again the familiar mountain winds, but unlike those from home these have blown over the ocean from the continent. Having spent the last week in unrelenting sun the cold night zephyrs were unexpected.

What I look for in a warm weather top then is something light and breathable to keep me cool, fast drying so a summer downpour is quickly forgotten, tough and durable to handle the adventurous nature of this lifestyle, and something that’ll help protect against those biting insects.

For several years now I have been using Summiteer backpacks for outdoor use. The packs I use are customised to my own specifications but are closest to: the Crag Rocket and the Rhino.

During some time at Howl HQ I finally managed to get around to making my own hammock for bushcraft and wilderness trips.