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The importance of having the correct eyewear when children are skiing and snowboarding has been highlighted by Clarity Defog.According to the company, which produces anti-fog products to be used on ski goggles, eye wear which is meant to improve people's skiing experience can cause problems if it fogs up. It highlighted the advice from The National Ski Areas Association and the National Ski Patrol which both recommend ensuring people wear the correct eye wear on the slopes. John Swett from Nanof....

Serious walkers understand the importance of a good pair of boots - or two - a new survey from HF Holidays has revealed.The study, by the UK's largest walking holiday company, found that over 50 per cent of people who walk regularly have two or three pairs of boots which they rotate. Out of the 1178 respondents, 58 had four or five pairs and four admitted to having six or more pairs of walking boots in their cupboard.A large majority of those surveyed said that they walked at least once a week t....

Putting on your hiking boots and heading out for a walk is "one of the most accessible forms of exercise known to humankind", according to the Ramblers.The walking charity has been calling on people to head out of doors this winter and experience the benefits associated with walking. These include helping older people to gain strength and balance, cutting the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease and improving your mood.Ruth Somerville of Ramblers, said: "Walking is one of t....

A skier has been severely injured in an accident in the Austrian ski area of Hochkar.The 26-year old from the Austrian city of St. Polten was not wearing a helmet when the accident occurred and is thought to have suffered serious head injuries. Police said that the man had been skiing down a black run, which had been closed due to a lack of snow, when he fell and crashed into rocks.Following the incident he was taken to the Amstetten provincial medical centre for treatment.A number of ski resort....

Young skiers and snowboarders are least likely to wear a helmet on the slopes despite "riding the hardest", according to experts. The North Shore Outlook, a news provider which covers the ski areas in British Columbia, has reported that a new campaign has been launched in resorts to encourage younger skiers and boarders to wear helmets. Members of the snow teams at various resorts will be travelling around wearing clothing and carrying snowboards with the slogan 'You probably won't nee....

The six golden rules for having a safe and enjoyable walk this winter have been named in an article on Wales Online.As part of the Sports Council for Wales Shape Up on a Shoestring campaign, the newspaper is encouraging people to lose a few pounds and save a bit of money by walking in Wales.Derek Brockway, a BBC weatherman and supporter of the campaign, told the newspaper:"From the challenge of the Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia, to gentler coastal walks around the Gower – there’s s....

Those looking for a post-Christmas pick me up could find some bargain ski holidays available in January, reports the Times.In its month by month ski resort guide, the newspaper said that a surplus of accommodation and package holiday availability means that cheap deals could be found by those who are willing to wait to book. It said: "Once again, supply has outstripped demand, and most of the remaining holidays will soon be discounted: keep one eye on tour operators’ websites and speci....

The Ramblers are urging Brits to strap on their walking boots and resurrect the traditional Christmas day walk this festive season. In conjunction with the government's Change4Life scheme, the organisation is calling on families across the country to head out of doors and burn off their Christmas dinner. A series of guided walks have been arranged by the Ramblers between Boxing Day and January 3rd as part of the Festival of Winter Walks. Even city dwellers will have no excuse for staying indoors....

The development of a giant indoor ski centre has been planned for the north-east giving snowsports enthusiasts the chance to hone their skills on their own doorstep, reports the Sunderland Echo.Despite already having a dry ski slope in the nearby Silksworth area, plans are being made to build the indoor real snow facility in the Stadium Village complex, near the Stadium of Light. It is hoped that the facility will attract amateurs and more experienced skiers from across the north-east region. Da....

The Nevis Range ski area in Scotland is celebrating its 20th birthday after opening its runs for the first time in the season last weekend.Over three million visitors have passed through the ski centre since it first opened in on December 19th 1989. The Nevis Range is the only ski area in the UK with a gondola, which has been a major attraction for those looking for an authentic ski experience close to home.Marian Austin, spokeswoman for Nevis Range, said: "We can't pretend that the ski ind....

Ski resorts in the Quebec area of Canada have launched their annual campaign urging skiers and snowboarders to stay safe and wear a helmet on the slopes.The campaign is being backed by former Olympic athletes Jean-Luc Brassard and Melanie Turgeon who will be broadcasting ski safety tips on the local TV channel. The launch means that resorts such as Mont Tremblant, joins those across the US that are highlighting the dangers of skiing without a helmet.Resorts will be offering free helmet tryout se....

Ski brand HEAD is launching itself into the world of social media with a special promotion which lets fans put their own personal touch on its products. The Your HEADline goes World Cup! campaign invites people to post short slogans on the HEAD Facebook page to be rated by users. The best slogans will then be put on the skis of some of the HEAD ski team's top stars at World Cup races.Ralph Kessler, international communications manager for wintersports, said: "Skiing with HEAD is a very spec....

Camping and caravanning holidays will continue to be popular in the new year as Brits look for value and freedom from their holidays, according to the Camping and Caravanning Club.The organisation recently released figures which showed membership recruitment was at an all time high. It now has over 480,000 adult members. Jon Dale, spokesperson for the Camping and Caravanning Club, commented that as the recession hit more people chose to go on holiday in the UK and camp sites offered an affordabl....

People looking to pack their walking clothes and head for a last minute holiday this festive season should consider Cumbria and Yorkshire, according to Visit England.The tourist board said that both counties have a lot to offer those looking for a fun family holiday or a quiet break in a cottage this festive season. According to a survey by iknow-uk, Yorkshire and the Lake District are two of the favourite spots for Brits looking for a last minute break, with 36 per cent and 20 per cent respecti....

Doctors in Minnesota have said that a six year old girl could have died from a skiing accident if she wasn't wearing a helmet.Julia Griggs was injured while skiing at Afton Alps ski centre in Minnesota when she hit a tree head on. She broke her right leg, two bones in her face and her nose, but doctors say it would have been much worse if she wasn't wearing a helmet. Fox News first broke the story on Tuesday December 15th but doctors have now confirmed that it was the helmet which saved her from....

Natural England is looking into plans to extend areas of the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks. The organisation, which is an independent advisor to the government, is undertaking a consultation to establish whether four areas in between the parks are eligible for national park status. If the areas did become national parks they would be included in the authority's conservation efforts. Natural England identified Northern Howgill Fells, and the Birkbeck Fells to Whinfell, as possi....

The Ski Club of Great Britain has launched its 'Get Covered' campaign to ensure holidaymakers are insured when they pack their ski gear and head to the slopes this winter.A recent survey, from the charity Age Concern, revealed that 75 per cent of people don't check the terms and conditions when they buy insurance and a further 56 per cent don't bother to get insurance at all.However, ensuring you have the correct insurance is particularly important when taking part in winter sports, as the risk....

Making sure you wear the appropriate equipment while skiing has been named as one of the top 12 safety tips for the holiday season by Medical News Today. The site advises ensuring that you are wearing the correct equipment for your winter sport and making sure children are properly supervised while they are out on the slopes. The article also recommended wearing sunscreen on the mountain as rays reflect off the snow and can lead to winter sun burn. An increased focus has been placed on the safet....

Oakley are the "masters of their game" when it comes to ski goggles, according to the Shade Station style blog.The eyewear specialists said that it is important skiers get the correct equipment when they are heading out onto the slopes this winter and, while holiday makers can rent skis for one week a year, it is important to remember to buy eyewear before you leave.According to the blog, "It's common knowledge that Oakley rule the mountains, seas and fresh water when it comes to ....

With the ski season starting to get underway, winter sports enthusiasts are being encouraged to consider their day-to-day expenses such as food, ski passes and evening drinks.According to International Currency Exchange, people often snap up cheap flights to the slopes only to get there and find out that the cost of living is very expensive."Those planning a skiing holiday should count the costs of daily extras such as ski passes, food, accommodation and exchange rates, as well as flights,&....