Be AdventureSmart

Ask yourself 3 questions before you set off:

– Am I confident I have the KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS for the day?

– Do I know what the WEATHER will be like?

– Do I have the right GEAR?

Take the AdventureSmart quiz Âť

Be Covid Smart
;

BE ADVENTURESMART

Ask yourself 3 questions before you set off:

– Am I confident I have the KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS for the day?

– Do I know what the WEATHER will be like?

– Do I have the right GEAR?


Take the AdventureSmart quiz Âť

 

Be Covid Smart

Be Adventure Smart in Autumn and Winter

Short days and challenging weather can make autumn and winter adventures both rewarding and demanding, requiring a bit more thought and preparation.  Find out how to have a wonderful and safe day out in the colder months…

Read more

Be Adventure Smart in Spring and Summer

As the days lengthen and the sun strengthens into summer the great outdoors may be more inviting but it is still important to make sure you plan for your day’s activity.

Read more

3 questions to ask yourself before you set off

If you score 3/3 on these questions, off you go, have a fantastic day! If not, read on to find the answers you need to be kitted up and in the know to be safe!

Am I confident I have the knowledge & skills for the day?

Adventure allows us to step outside our immediate comfort zone and is a great way to repeatedly rediscover a zest for life. Being AdventureSmart simply means that you are thinking about your own experience and skills. Choosing an adventure that you know that is within your skillset is part of the fun – and if you want to do something that pushes beyond this, there are many ways to find a guide or instructor to help you. Read more…

Do I know what the weather will be like?

As we are all used to in the UK, the weather has the potential to make or spoil your day. This doesn’t have to mean that a spot of drizzle or even a howling gale has to stop us in our tracks. Like a good Scout, being prepared and adapting your plans is the key to being in control of your day. Check the weather forecast – the Met Office is a good place to start. PS Remember that most unusual occurrence of a cloudless sky can also cause problems (take care to avoid heat stroke!). Read more…

Do I have the right gear?

If that has prompted you to ask ‘what is the right gear?’ then you need help! Kit doesn’t need to be expensive but does need to keep you warm and dry and, in the case of boots, needs to t well; there is nothing like a blister to ruin a good day’s walking! If your adventure involves heading out on the water then a well tted and well-maintained buoyancy aid is essential. Read more…

HEADING OFF FOR AN ADVENTURE?

Click a destination below to find out more about how to be AdventureSmart in…

@adventuresmartuk
AdventureSmartUK&Ireland

@adventuresmartuk

  • Are you planning adventures this weekend? Have you checked the weather forecast? It’s likely to be wetter and windier the higher you go, so if you’re heading to the hills, check the forecast for the highest point of your walk and for the full time you plan to be out. Don’t be a victim of drip dread, you’ve still got time to waterproof your kit! @mtntraining #BeBothered #BeAdventureSmart #Nikwax #NikwaxAdventure
  • #BewiselikeBob and follow the footpath on your map. #BewiserthanBob, follow the path on a downloaded map on your phone, AND on a paper map, look out for features such as path junctions, streams, etc and the time that you pass them, so you can regularly check your progress along your route. #BeAdventureSmart #bebothered #hillwalking #hikinguk #mountainhiking
  • Strange question, but how do you float? Flat on your back or with your legs dangling? Everyone floats differently, and knowing how to ‘float to live’ might save your life! If you are heading into the water this weekend, play a game of ‘Find your Float’. If you don’t intend to get wet, ask your friends and family how they float. In case you didn’t know, today is World Drowning Prevention Day - anyone can drown, no one should! #BeAdventureSmart #DrowningPrevention #BeBothered #RespectTheWater #floatlikeastar #worlddrowningpreventionday2025 #FloatToLive
  • Looks like this weekend is going to be a scorcher 🌞, so whatever your plans, #BeAdventureSmart and ask yourself 3 questions before you set off… 1) Do I have the knowledge and skills to stay safe? Remembering how to #FloatToLive or avoid a rip current might save your life! 2) Do I know what the weather will be like? Check the coastal forecasts, an offshore wind can blow you into trouble 3) Do I have the right gear? Sunhat, sunglasses, suncream (SPF 30+) and plenty to drink are a must, and if you are planning to paddleboard, don't forget to wear your buoyancy aid and a leash Check out the AdventureSmart guide to enjoying the outdoors in summer https://www.adventuresmart.uk/be-adventure-smart-in-spring-summer/
  • #BeAdventureSmart, take the time to work out the right footpath down and slowly follow it back, knowing that every step is taking you closer to a big mug of hot chocolate! #BeBothered
  • Planning to watch the sunrise/sunset from the top of a mountain? #BeAdventureSmart, it’s important to pay as much attention to the walk up or down in the dark as to the main event! Make your good day better by following our tips for embracing the dark safely. https://www.adventuresmart.uk/welcome-to-the-dark-side/ #BeBothered
  • Hooray, summer is back for the weekend! ☀️ If you are heading to the hills, make sure your plans are family-friendly. #BeAdventureSmart #BeBothered #BeWiseLikeBob #sunguardingkids #sunsafety #BeWiseLikeBob #melanomafund
  • Whether you are 'just messing' or 'seriously SUPing' this weekend, this post is for 👉YOU👈 #BeAdventureSmart #bebothered #paddleboarding #paddleadventures
  • Mae hi wedi bod ychydig yn wyntog yr wythnos yma! 💨💨 Os fyddwch chi’n crwydro’r mynyddoedd y penwythnos hwn, byddwch fel Bob! https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/specialist-forecasts/mountain #MentronGall
View on Instagram
Are you planning adventures this weekend? Have you checked the weather forecast? It’s likely to be wetter and windier the higher you go, so if you’re heading to the hills, check the forecast for the highest point of your walk and for the full time you plan to be out. Don’t be a victim of drip dread, you’ve still got time to waterproof your kit! @mtntraining #BeBothered #BeAdventureSmart #Nikwax #NikwaxAdventure
@adventuresmartuk
@adventuresmartuk
•
Follow
Are you planning adventures this weekend? Have you checked the weather forecast? It’s likely to be wetter and windier the higher you go, so if you’re heading to the hills, check the forecast for the highest point of your walk and for the full time you plan to be out. Don’t be a victim of drip dread, you’ve still got time to waterproof your kit! @mtntraining #BeBothered #BeAdventureSmart #Nikwax #NikwaxAdventure
18 hours ago
View on Instagram |
1/9
#BewiselikeBob and follow the footpath on your map. #BewiserthanBob, follow the path on a downloaded map on your phone, AND on a paper map, look out for features such as path junctions, streams, etc and the time that you pass them, so you can regularly check your progress along your route. #BeAdventureSmart #bebothered #hillwalking #hikinguk #mountainhiking
@adventuresmartuk
@adventuresmartuk
•
Follow
#BewiselikeBob and follow the footpath on your map. #BewiserthanBob, follow the path on a downloaded map on your phone, AND on a paper map, look out for features such as path junctions, streams, etc and the time that you pass them, so you can regularly check your progress along your route. #BeAdventureSmart #bebothered #hillwalking #hikinguk #mountainhiking
1 week ago
View on Instagram |
2/9
Strange question, but how do you float? Flat on your back or with your legs dangling? Everyone floats differently, and knowing how to ‘float to live’ might save your life! If you are heading into the water this weekend, play a game of ‘Find your Float’. If you don’t intend to get wet, ask your friends and family how they float. In case you didn’t know, today is World Drowning Prevention Day - anyone can drown, no one should! #BeAdventureSmart #DrowningPrevention #BeBothered #RespectTheWater #floatlikeastar #worlddrowningpreventionday2025 #FloatToLive
@adventuresmartuk
@adventuresmartuk
•
Follow
Strange question, but how do you float? Flat on your back or with your legs dangling? Everyone floats differently, and knowing how to ‘float to live’ might save your life! If you are heading into the water this weekend, play a game of ‘Find your Float’. If you don’t intend to get wet, ask your friends and family how they float. In case you didn’t know, today is World Drowning Prevention Day - anyone can drown, no one should! #BeAdventureSmart #DrowningPrevention #BeBothered #RespectTheWater #floatlikeastar #worlddrowningpreventionday2025 #FloatToLive
2 weeks ago
View on Instagram |
3/9
Looks like this weekend is going to be a scorcher 🌞, so whatever your plans, #BeAdventureSmart and ask yourself 3 questions before you set off… 1) Do I have the knowledge and skills to stay safe? Remembering how to #FloatToLive or avoid a rip current might save your life! 2) Do I know what the weather will be like? Check the coastal forecasts, an offshore wind can blow you into trouble 3) Do I have the right gear? Sunhat, sunglasses, suncream (SPF 30+) and plenty to drink are a must, and if you are planning to paddleboard, don't forget to wear your buoyancy aid and a leash Check out the AdventureSmart guide to enjoying the outdoors in summer https://www.adventuresmart.uk/be-adventure-smart-in-spring-summer/
@adventuresmartuk
@adventuresmartuk
•
Follow
Looks like this weekend is going to be a scorcher 🌞, so whatever your plans, #BeAdventureSmart and ask yourself 3 questions before you set off… 1) Do I have the knowledge and skills to stay safe? Remembering how to #FloatToLive or avoid a rip current might save your life! 2) Do I know what the weather will be like? Check the coastal forecasts, an offshore wind can blow you into trouble 3) Do I have the right gear? Sunhat, sunglasses, suncream (SPF 30+) and plenty to drink are a must, and if you are planning to paddleboard, don't forget to wear your buoyancy aid and a leash Check out the AdventureSmart guide to enjoying the outdoors in summer https://www.adventuresmart.uk/be-adventure-smart-in-spring-summer/
4 weeks ago
View on Instagram |
4/9
#BeAdventureSmart, take the time to work out the right footpath down and slowly follow it back, knowing that every step is taking you closer to a big mug of hot chocolate! #BeBothered
@adventuresmartuk
@adventuresmartuk
•
Follow
#BeAdventureSmart, take the time to work out the right footpath down and slowly follow it back, knowing that every step is taking you closer to a big mug of hot chocolate! #BeBothered
1 month ago
View on Instagram |
5/9
Planning to watch the sunrise/sunset from the top of a mountain? #BeAdventureSmart, it’s important to pay as much attention to the walk up or down in the dark as to the main event! Make your good day better by following our tips for embracing the dark safely. https://www.adventuresmart.uk/welcome-to-the-dark-side/ #BeBothered
@adventuresmartuk
@adventuresmartuk
•
Follow
Planning to watch the sunrise/sunset from the top of a mountain? #BeAdventureSmart, it’s important to pay as much attention to the walk up or down in the dark as to the main event! Make your good day better by following our tips for embracing the dark safely.
Welcome to the dark side
#BeBothered
1 month ago
View on Instagram |
6/9
Hooray, summer is back for the weekend! ☀️ If you are heading to the hills, make sure your plans are family-friendly. #BeAdventureSmart #BeBothered #BeWiseLikeBob #sunguardingkids #sunsafety #BeWiseLikeBob #melanomafund
@adventuresmartuk
@adventuresmartuk
•
Follow
Hooray, summer is back for the weekend! ☀️ If you are heading to the hills, make sure your plans are family-friendly. #BeAdventureSmart #BeBothered #BeWiseLikeBob #sunguardingkids #sunsafety #BeWiseLikeBob #melanomafund
2 months ago
View on Instagram |
7/9
@adventuresmartuk
@adventuresmartuk
•
Follow
Whether you are 'just messing' or 'seriously SUPing' this weekend, this post is for 👉YOU👈 #BeAdventureSmart #bebothered #paddleboarding #paddleadventures
2 months ago
View on Instagram |
8/9
Mae hi wedi bod ychydig yn wyntog yr wythnos yma! 💨💨 Os fyddwch chi’n crwydro’r mynyddoedd y penwythnos hwn, byddwch fel Bob! https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/specialist-forecasts/mountain #MentronGall
@adventuresmartuk
@adventuresmartuk
•
Follow
Mae hi wedi bod ychydig yn wyntog yr wythnos yma! 💨💨 Os fyddwch chi’n crwydro’r mynyddoedd y penwythnos hwn, byddwch fel Bob! https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/specialist-forecasts/mountain #MentronGall
2 months ago
View on Instagram |
9/9
image_pdfimage_print