Hello, I'm Nicola Whitbread, aka Nicola Navigates, and I'm a semi-feral freelance adventure writer, based in the U.K.

An avid solo long-distance hiker and wild camper, I write a mix of authentic adventure storytelling, guidebook style content and gear reviews; I'm a nerdy ultralight camper with half a toothbrush. I dabble at ultramarathon running, surfing and bouldering, but more in a 'jack of all trades, master of none' manner. There's much to try, and many excellent ways to live.

My articles and contributions have been published by Valley & Peak, The Great Outdoors magazine, and Hiking Trails. I post regularly on my free Substack, 'Short words about long trails.'

Do you have an idea for a story to tell, or a trail to try? Please reach out via the Contact Me button, or by emailing nicola.whitbread@outlook.com

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Taking the bivvy - article for The Great Outdoors