Blogs by Aurora Commerce
A Day in the Life of a Professional Dog WalkerDog walkers cover miles of various terrains and need boots that can withstand daily wear and tear, all while keeping their feet comfy and dry. So, we teamed up with Tails of Bamford, a professional dog walking business in Rochdale, Manchester, to put a pair of Berghaus Expanse GORE-TEX® walking...11 min read
Made For Adventure: Birdwatching Basics – Your Birdwatching Activity GuideHave you ever looked up at the sky and wondered about the type of bird soaring above? With hundreds of species in the UK, the possibilities for discovering the answer are as vast as the sky itself. In this blog, we'll provide you with valuable info to kickstart your birdwatching journey,...6 min read
Get to Know: Flock TogetherArmed with binoculars on a beautiful sunny day at Hackney Marshes, Flock Together took Peter Storm ambassador, Sean Fletcher, under their wing to share insights about their mission, values and some of their top birdwatching tips.4 min read
Advice On Buying Camping GasWe've put together a handy guide to help you understand the different types of camping gas canisters, which one you need for your camping stove, and other useful facts to give you a greater understanding of camping gas bottles.4 min read
Know Your Compass with Ordnance SurveyDespite our reliance on mobile phones and sat navs, you can’t beat navigating using a map and compass.So we asked Ordnance Survey to share their expert knowledge for this introductory guide on how to use a compass.5 min read
Understanding a Map with Ordnance Survey Reading a map is easy when you know how. Ordnance Survey is the national mapping agency for Great Britain and so what they don’t know about navigation, isn’t worth knowing. We asked them to share their expert knowledge for this beginner’s guide to understanding and reading a map.8 min read
Black Friday Buying GuideIt’s the (second) most wonderful time of the year, yes Black Friday has launched and we’re on hand to give you a run through of our top product picks from men’s, women’s, kids’ footwear, clothing, equipment and tech!4 min read
10 Dog Friendly Staycations in the UKThe UK is a great place to explore with your pooch. Grab the lead and come with us as we take you on a stroll through the best dog-friendly places for a UK staycation.4 min read
Recommended Routes: NorthumberlandWe’ve teamed up with Ordnance Survey to bring you great recommended routes across Northumberland. From routes full of Celtic history at Hadrian's wall to wildlife hot spots along the rugged coastline, there's something for everyone.3 min read
Recommended Routes: The Peak DistrictWe’ve teamed up with Ordnance Survey to bring you great recommended routes in the The Peak District National Park. From moorland walks to windy summits, there's something for everyone.3 min read
Forest Walks in The UK: Our 5 Favourite Hidden GemsWe're sharing 5 of our favourite hidden gem forest walks in the UK in partnership with Ordnance Survey.4 min read
Buying Guide: Baselayers Keeping warm on those winter walks all starts with a decent baselayer. Take a look through our expert guide and learn everything you need to know before layering up.4 min read