This blog follows one dog, one woman, and the friends who saw what we were up to and wanted to join the pack. It’s for anyone curious about wild camping, multi‑day treks, hikes, cani-cross, cold swims, and microadventures. I write about the routes we take, the gear that survives them, and the swims we find along the way – all to nudge others a little further beyond the familiar. And for the dog owners out there – take them with you. Grow together. The adventure gets better when the dog comes too.
What You’ll Find Here
🥾 Hiking – Routes of all kinds, from easy local miles to longer routes on rougher ground that keep us both focused
🗺️ Multi‑Day Trekking – Interesting routes and the practical side of travelling with a dog over varied terrain.
⛺ Wild Camping – Picturesque overnight spots, quiet mornings, and how we make camping work with a four‑legged teammate.
🐕🦺 Canicross – Running together and building fitness for longer days out.
🌊 Wild Swimming – Cold‑water dips in lakes, rivers, and the sea.
🛠️ Gear Locker – What works well and what doesn’t. Straightforward looks at the kit we use: harnesses, packs, clothing, and dog gear that holds up on real trails.
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The Essential Dog Hiking Checklist: Gear You Need for Long UK Trails
Long hikes with your dog might look like a walk in the park — leash clipped, snacks packed, and off you trot. But anyone who’s spent a full day pounding the hills knows the real deal: dogs need almost everything we do. Water, calories, protection, comfort, and a solid plan for the unexpected. The right…
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Trail Tale: The Elham Valley Way Unleashed
Kent’s Hidden Gem: The Elham Valley Way Dog-Friendly 25-Mile Hike from Canterbury to Hythe The Elham Valley Way is one of those Kent trails that looks innocent on paper – gentle, civilised, practically horizontal – and for the most part, it is. But every now and then it throws in a stretch of overgrowth just…
