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October 28, 2018

Wild Things ↟ October 2018

October 28, 2018/ Athena Mellor
Wild Things ↟ October 2018

This month’s Wild Things features some beautiful travel blogposts and videos, a reading list, and some inspiring environmentalists.

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Wild Things, Inspiration
inspiration, wild things, environment, plastic
October 11, 2018

Wild Things ↟ September 2018

October 11, 2018/ Athena Mellor
Wild Things ↟ September 2018

September Wild Things features a sustainable brand, a picnic blanket I love, an environmental website and a climbing podcast.

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Wild Things, Inspiration
gear, adventure, environment
September 12, 2018

Wild Things ↟ August 2018

September 12, 2018/ Athena Mellor
Wild Things ↟ August 2018

Some of the things I’ve loved seeing online in August, with a focus on mountains and strong women!

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Wild Things, Inspiration
wild, women, film, inspiration
July 25, 2018

Wild Things ↟ July 2018

July 25, 2018/ Athena Mellor
Wild Things ↟ July 2018

A new section of the blog where I share with you things I’ve loved each month; from gear to podcasts, books to videos. This month I feature a great hike in Snowdonia, a couple sailing the world, and an environmental blogpost.

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Wild Things, Inspiration
podcast, blogpost, inspiration, writing, photography, hike, tryfan, wales, environment, wild things, wild
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Solo Wild Camping in Wales
Dec 10, 2018
Solo Wild Camping in Wales
Dec 10, 2018
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Christmas Gift Guide ↟
Dec 7, 2018
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Dec 7, 2018
A Guide to Hiking the West Highland Way
Nov 28, 2018
A Guide to Hiking the West Highland Way
Nov 28, 2018
Nov 28, 2018
Kendal Mountain Festival 2018
Nov 26, 2018
Kendal Mountain Festival 2018
Nov 26, 2018
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Zero Waste Bathroom
Nov 18, 2018
Zero Waste Bathroom
Nov 18, 2018
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On Compassion and Resilience
Nov 13, 2018
On Compassion and Resilience
Nov 13, 2018
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Wild Things ↟ October 2018
Oct 28, 2018
Wild Things ↟ October 2018
Oct 28, 2018
Oct 28, 2018
Review: Rab Microlight Alpine Jacket
Oct 24, 2018
Review: Rab Microlight Alpine Jacket
Oct 24, 2018
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What the Frack? | The Green Series
Oct 21, 2018
What the Frack? | The Green Series
Oct 21, 2018
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Snow, Rock & Ice | Inspired by Alpinism
Oct 14, 2018
Snow, Rock & Ice | Inspired by Alpinism
Oct 14, 2018
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Wild Things ↟ September 2018
Oct 11, 2018
Wild Things ↟ September 2018
Oct 11, 2018
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Postcards from Cornish Vanlife
Oct 8, 2018
Postcards from Cornish Vanlife
Oct 8, 2018
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My Alpine Essentials
Sep 22, 2018
My Alpine Essentials
Sep 22, 2018
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Peaks Beyond Our Feet | Alpine Climbs & Mountain Bivis
Sep 18, 2018
Peaks Beyond Our Feet | Alpine Climbs & Mountain Bivis
Sep 18, 2018
Sep 18, 2018
Wild Things ↟ August 2018
Sep 12, 2018
Wild Things ↟ August 2018
Sep 12, 2018
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Norwegian Wilderness | Trekking on the Hardangervidda Plateau
Sep 11, 2018
Norwegian Wilderness | Trekking on the Hardangervidda Plateau
Sep 11, 2018
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On Fear
Aug 8, 2018
On Fear
Aug 8, 2018
Aug 8, 2018
Wild Things ↟ July 2018
Jul 25, 2018
Wild Things ↟ July 2018
Jul 25, 2018
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15 Spots in the Pacific Northwest, USA | Adventure Travel Guide
Jul 18, 2018
15 Spots in the Pacific Northwest, USA | Adventure Travel Guide
Jul 18, 2018
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12 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint | The Green Series
Jul 13, 2018
12 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint | The Green Series
Jul 13, 2018
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The Annapurna Series | Crossing the Thorong La Pass, 5460m
Jul 8, 2018
The Annapurna Series | Crossing the Thorong La Pass, 5460m
Jul 8, 2018
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Midsummer Feelings
Jun 21, 2018
Midsummer Feelings
Jun 21, 2018
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The Annapurna Series | Trekking the Annapurna Circuit
Jun 14, 2018
The Annapurna Series | Trekking the Annapurna Circuit
Jun 14, 2018
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An Introduction to the Green Series
Jun 6, 2018
An Introduction to the Green Series
Jun 6, 2018
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Book Review: End of the Rope by Jan Redford
Jun 5, 2018
Book Review: End of the Rope by Jan Redford
Jun 5, 2018
Jun 5, 2018
What's in my Hiking Bag?
Jun 2, 2018
What's in my Hiking Bag?
Jun 2, 2018
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Gritstone & Bluebells | Hiking & Climbing in the Peak District with Patagonia
May 24, 2018
Gritstone & Bluebells | Hiking & Climbing in the Peak District with Patagonia
May 24, 2018
May 24, 2018
Why I Started Blogging
May 24, 2018
Why I Started Blogging
May 24, 2018
May 24, 2018
1000km in Iceland | Aloneness & Loneliness
May 2, 2018
1000km in Iceland | Aloneness & Loneliness
May 2, 2018
May 2, 2018
April Gear List
Apr 29, 2018
April Gear List
Apr 29, 2018
Apr 29, 2018
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Wild & Words

Wild & Words is an online wild space for a girl who loves the hills and words. A platform to share writing from adventures, big and small; ramblings from the hills, musings from the fields, and photography of nature, friends and earth.

@athenamellor

Always humbled yet stricken by the magnitude of the mountains 🏔
Last weekend I headed out on a little solo hike and wild camp in Snowdonia, I’ve just published a blogpost and VIDEO (omg I know...) about my 24 hours trudging though wet and wild Wales. It’s my first video so bare with me... lots to learn still, but I enjoyed filming and creating so it may be something I do more of now and again, just for fun! Link in bio✌🏼
Without doubt my scariest belay to date 😳 though I couldn’t see beyond the clouds, I was quite sure the drops either side of me were pretty big. My first alpine route involved a lot of inner pep talks to myself to remain calm, but I love the process of learning and growth that comes with being in the mountains. Let’s see where it takes me 🏔 Photo by @harvey123go
We focus so much attention on those little things we dislike about ourselves. Perhaps triggered by a comment from someone or a dark feeling inside or a photo our eyes pass on social media that can make us feel so small and worthless, and thinking about our good qualities can be an impossible task. I’ve been feeling that way lately, so inspired by @dirtbagdarling’s recent Instagram post in which she reveals a trait that she likes about herself, I’m going to do the same. I have an insatiable determination for the things I want. When I first started climbing, my boyfriend says I used to cling to the wall with all the strength I didn’t know I had until I could do the move. There’s a video of me when I’m about 5 years old on the monkey bars. I’m swinging my little legs around while my mum @rachaelaama films me and shouts encouragement, and though sometimes it looks like I might let go, I never do. I must be on the bars for a good 5 minutes which is a lot for a 5 year old. But I do it, jumping off at the other end and holding my arms in pain with a huge smile on my face. Similarly, when I get an idea in my head of something I want to do, I can’t let it go until I’ve done it. @harvey123go calls me a limpet because I cling on so tightly to the things and people I love. I think it’s a sign of determination, in the spirit of being kind to myself. Tell me something you like about yourself? And in the future, perhaps be a little kinder on your soul. We all need love more than anything.
Snow dusted peaks and pink hues at sundown 🌬 I’m completely ready to embrace a cold and white winter... anybody else checking the forecast everyday for snow?? 📷 @molliie_anne on a snowy walk last year 🤗
If I could sum up my time in Wales this weekend, this photo would be it 🌈🌧🌤
Sometimes you’ve just got to pack a rucksack with tent and sleeping bag, tie on a pair of mountain boots, and head out on a solo adventure in the hills 👣
Happy December ⭐️ I didn’t have my advent calendar chocolate today as I woke up to torrential rain and blustery wind in a tent on a hillside, instead seeing in the festive season with burnt porridge and luke-warm tea... ah camping luxuries! See my stories for more adventures from the last 24 hours. Wales never disappoints 👌🏼
Over a year ago now, I went off to Scotland to hike the West Highland Way. It was my first solo long distance hike and taught me an awful lot, as well as sparking a desire to want to do more long treks in beautiful, wild places. I’ve just published a blogpost all about my time on the trail, along with some practical information if you’re thinking of doing it yourself 👣 Link in bio, and feel free to ask any questions!
Always thinking of adventures had and to be had... my biggest dream at the moment is to take off in a van around Europe, climbing rocks and mountains along the way; learning, reading, writing, seeing and living a life that makes me feel full and complete. Today I am indoors listening to the wind howling in the trees behind my house. I’m still in my pyjamas; working on blogposts, tidying my room, reading books, looking at maps. No complaints, my life is very balanced. I plan the days I’ll go outside and those I’ll work indoors. Someday soon I hope it can all be outside, and I’ll work hard to get there in the meantime 🙃
Black Friday... Cyber Monday... it’s all a bit much really isn’t it? Why not go outside, be present, and appreciate what the planet gave us for free instead. My best memories are always those created outside, with no money, no clutter and no bad vibes. Happy Monday you wonderful outdoorspeople ✌🏼
These frozen mornings have me unbelievably excited for winter ❄️

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