The Outdoor blog.
Cliffs, canyons, griffon vultures. Twenty-two years of field experience in the Cévennes, told straight.
Five stories to read before you come.
Griffon vultures of the Jonte Gorges: how to spot them?
The story of their 1981 reintroduction and the best spots to see them in full flight.
Preparing for your first via ferrata: what you need to know
Clothing, food, managing fear, choosing the route. My tips for a successful first outing.
The Causse Noir in a day: my favourite loop
An 18 km hike above the Dourbie Gorges. Lavognes, stone slabs, dolmens, vultures, lavender.
My 5 favourite multi-pitch climbs in the Tarn Gorges
From beginner 4c to sport 6b, my heart routes after 30 years climbing here.
Outdoor stag do in Millau: organising an unforgettable weekend
Activities, accommodation, restaurants. My recommendations for a stag or hen do that leaves its mark.
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