YAC's Jaime has just moved to Cornwall (or Kernow to be accurate). The entry requirements are pretty rigorous, you have to like fresh air, pasties, good ale and/or proper cider and you must be willing to be called 'my lover' by just about everyone you meet. Hopefully this blog will give a few highlights about trying to survive, adventure and have fun in charming old Kernow. Read more...

Happy reading my lovers.

The YAC
11/5/2012

This July, Jamie MacDonald and Alfie Wiener will be longboarding their way from John O'Groats to Lands End. Covering 35-45 miles a day they are hoping to make the massive journey in 25-30 days. Head over to their website (here) or give them a like on facebook (here)and get the support growing. All sponsorship is going to Whizz Kids and Teenage Cancer Trust.  Got a spare 5 weeks, good on a bike and know some first aid? Then click here, as the guys are looking for a support bike. We'll be sure to follow what's going to be an epic.

The YAC
7/5/2012

For 5 months last year Jaime lived in a van. It was a pretty funny time, a time we were unsure whether he was a genius or had just gone off the rails. He loved his van and sadly, recently had to sell it. Join Jaime as he reflects on his time as a gypsy, click here.

The YAC
30/04/2012

He's conquered pretty much every terrain on the planet, picked up a lot of awards along the way and now has given us an insight into some of his career highlights. Not content with stopping there however, Roger has also offered his time to provide advice and mentoring to any budding adventurers!

To read more about Roger and his Q&A session with the YAC click here. Or to read more about how Rgger may be able to help you go to our 'Ask Roger' page.
Huge thanks to Roger
The YAC
24/04/2012

Roll up, roll up. 2-3 places left on a BSES empty quarter expedition, it's heavily subsidised and there's bursaries available too, so if you're 18-25 get in quick, signing up ends soon. Don't know what the empty quarter is? Google it or take a gamble! Read more about the trip here and get a taster of the region in the video below...

We at The YAC thought it may be useful to talk about kit and equipment for a change. With the Three Peaks challenge being a favourite challenge for a wide range of people (and where we started) we thought a guide to what you need to consider when thinking about kit and what to look for would be a useful starting point. Now, with Andy and Jaime both not being the best advocates for a fully prepared kit list we asked the experts and our friends at Outdoor Look kindly offered some advice. Please have a read if you are interested and hopefully it is reassuring to hear that you don't have to spend thousands to be fully kitted and ready for an adventure. Read more here...

Thanks to Outdoor Look,
The YAC
28/07/2011

To read our report from the Three Peaks Cycle Trip click here!