There have been numerous changes behind the scenes over the last few months and this series of podcasts looks like it will be coming to an end shortly. This podcast explains some of the alterations to the way we do things and also introduces the new podcaster on the block Cameron McNeish!

A slightly longer than normal podcast, but one which might make you think about the value of expanding your First Aid knowledge. We talk to Wayne Thackery Communications Officer of the Woodhead Moutain Rescue Team in the Peak District about the work of MRT. Then Cara-Lyn Reynolds and Steve Dockrell tells us how a day out in the Spanish mountains went seriously wrong for them, with almost fatal consequences. Wayne then goes on to explain what is included in the very popular Mountain Outdoor First Aid Course he runs at Woodhead.

In our on-going series of interviews with those around the world producing podcasts for the outdoors, I chat to Steve Sergeant, the man behind the very popular website Wildebeat. We talk about his outdoor and media background and explore how he came to be one of the most prolific outdoor US podcasters in the last 12 months.

We catch up with Ryan following his visit to the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Salt Lake City, where he tells us of some of the new developments we can expect here in the UK in 2007. We also touch base on his new podcast series and his future plans for BPL.com.

Steve Perry, and two of his teams mates, Andy and Lorraine tell us all about their latest charity venture in aid of Comic Relief. The 3 Peaks Challenge ... in Africa. Can they do it? They have just a three week window to climb all three 15,000 foot peaks. They leave in early February so please contribute is you can.

Interview with Chiropractor Dr Caroline Hardiman about maintaining good body structure when preparing for long backpacking or hiking trips. Do you know how straight your back is and how this could effect your favourite hobby?

I found him! Bob Butler from Trailcast joins me for a coffee and a chat about hiking, the world of podcasting and his sudden silence at Trailcast. Are the rumours true? Listen to find out more.

This show is full of Bob's Top Tips! A gathering of hints and tips to make your backpacking life a bit easier, with item you can make for yourself for a few pence, or less! Fun for all the family!

Just how much would you give up to undertake the trip of a lifetime? Judy has sold her house, her car and belongings, left her job and is now setting off for a 200 day walk around the alps, combining all the Via Alpina routes into one long trail.Oh and she is also celebrating her 50th birthday as she goes, travelling ultralightweight in the process!

Planning a route across Scotland for the TGO Challenge or any similar walk, can be difficult if you are not famliar with the area, and don't want to miss out on key beautiful glens and cracking mountains. Chris shares his thoughts on places worth considering to include in your route, gear preparation and the diversity of the weather.