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The heart of a city
I wasn’t raised to live in a city. I was educated by trees and birds and mud and the scent of wet leaves. I hung out at hidden corners in the forest on my own, I knew what berries to eat and what mushrooms to leave alone. In my mind there was a map of ...
writethemap
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Protocol 3: DRIFT App (a tool for getting lost in familiar places)
A phone app created for the 21st century deriver – requiring no imagination or forethought, all you have to do is show up with your phone, calibrate… Read more "Protocol 3: DRIFT App (a tool for getting lost in familiar places)"
ossjay
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A tour of Eglwysilan common
The common land on Mynydd Elwysilan hasn’t featured enough in this blog except as a site of crime and conflict. It’s easy to forget what a wonderful asset Eglwysilan is, for cooperative commoners to graze their stock, for the public … Continue reading →
ossjay
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Celebrating in the Wilderness
The Wilderness near Mitcheldean in Gloucestershire was the choice for my friend and ex-colleague Emily’s 50th birthday weekend. As well as the wonderful company, food and drink and brilliant passtimes, games and musical talents, the place itself was great. I … Continue reading →
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Don Gill – Walking
The blog at dongillwalking.blogspot.com documents a range of walking routes primarily in Ireland, featuring detailed accounts of hikes, countryside walks, and coastal paths. The content is organized around individual walks, often with maps, photographs, and descriptions of the terrain, landmarks, and natural features encountered. Emphasis is placed on the geographical and cultural context of each route, including historical and environmental notes that enrich the understanding of the landscape.
The blog also explores lesser-known trails and rural areas, providing insights into Ireland’s diverse topography, from mountainous regions to coastal shorelines. Through its detailed commentary and visual documentation, the blog serves as a resource that captures both the physical experience of walking these paths and the broader cultural geography of the areas covered. The writing reflects an engaged, informed perspective on Ireland’s walking opportunities without commercial intent.