10.00 Ocean Connections, Community and Citizenship: a Seaful JourneyCal MajorHow can we nurture a more inclusive and connected community of ocean stewards? Cal Major, founder of the UK charity Seaful and host of Our Ocean Podcast, explores the vital missing link in ocean conservation – the meaningful connection to blue spaces – and how to translate that into ocean citizenship through storytelling and community.Presented by Patagonia*

10.45 Mountains, Miles, and MemoriesImaan Yaseen & Maliyka NasirLindley Educational Trust empowered six young people from underrepresented communities to summit Mount Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak. After eight months of intense training and fundraising, the expedition became a powerful symbol of resilience, leadership, and personal growth. It showcased how outdoor learning can unlock potential, build confidence, and inspire change in both individuals and their communities.Presented by Sprayway*

11.30 In Conversation with the co-owners of Buffalo SystemsBen Fogle & James SleaterFrom Sheffield to the world’s wildest places, Ben and James share the story of Buffalo Systems. A conversation about heritage, endurance, and the craft behind Britain’s original wild-wear brand. Free to attend on the Basecamp Stage, hosted by Steve Scott.Presented by Buffalo Systems*

12.15 Peak Bagging Munros: The Adventure LogisticsNic HardyDo you aspire to walk Scotland's 282 Munros? This talk lifts the lid on the realities behind the Instagrammable photographs and the all-important adventure logistics that make them possible. Drawing from hard-earned lessons in the mountains, Nic Hardy shares practical advice to help beginners start smart, safe and smiling.Presented by komoot*

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13.15 Beyond the Trail: Building Community Through RunningTaylor Massey, Abdul Zlitini, & Jasper KainThe Alpine Run Project empowers inner-city youth to explore the outdoors through trail running. In this panel, young runners share their journeys; from the first trail run to finding belonging, and discuss how running builds confidence, connection, and community far beyond the mountains.*

14.15 Return to the DeepNeil Gresham & Aslan SteelPioneering deep water soloist Neil Gresham returned to the Pembrokesea cliffs this year to revisit some of his iconic routes, some of which remain un-repeated. Working with fellow Osprey ambassador and filmmaker Aslan Steel, thepair embark on capturing the essence of DWS in Pembroke, bringing the unseenlandscapes and history to the big screen soon. Join them for the premiere of thetrailer and a session on their upcoming film, Return to the Deep.Presented by Osprey

*15.00 All Things CuillinAdrian TrendallPhotographer and mountain guide Adrian Trendall shares insights from years of working in the Cuillin on Skye. Discover the challenges and rewards of photographing these rugged peaks, hear stories from the ridges, and explore how guiding and photography come together to capture the essence of this remarkable landscape.Presented by Keela*

15.45 Women Who Rise — Redefining Strength on Wall, Trail & LifeHazel Findlay & Sandra MastropietroFrom crags to ridgelines — Hazel Findlay and Sandra Mastropietro take the stage to explore how women can lead through courage, humility and narrative power. They’ll share stories from rock faces, ultra trails and everyday challenges, and discuss how female strength can be measured beyond speed, weight or bravado.Presented by Volkswagen R*

16.30 Why Pump Tracks are the New Trails Worth ProtectingRach Coleman, Phil Golston, & Jacob DixonJoin Trash Free Trails for a debrief about their acclaimed ‘pump track but it’s clean’ UK Tour. Visiting 8 pump tracks in 10 days alongside partner Velosolutions, the TFT team will share tips and tricks on how to bring communities together around shared spaces, and the power of storytelling to spread messages of positivity, connection and stewardship.Presented by Trash Free Trails*

17.15 Belonging Without Barriers: What the Research Tells UsKeme Nzerem, Yasmin Dufournet, Tinuke Oyediran, & Reah HarrisThis session brings together OUTO Changemakers and new OUTO research to explore how the outdoor industry can create more equitable, inclusive spaces. The findings highlight systemic barriers around culture, representation, and power that continue to impact people of colour in outdoor spaces. This conversation isn’t just about “diversity” as a buzzword, it’s about understanding the lived realities of exclusion and identifying ways to address them meaningfully.Presented by Opening Up The Outdoors (OUTO)*

18.00 The OUTO Mixer!Stick around after the panel for the annual OUTO social.Presented by Opening Up The Outdoors (OUTO)

10.00 The Outdoors on Your Door StepCaitlin & CallumJoin The Outside Club to uncover the barriers young people in Cumbria face in accessing the outdoors, and how Youth Work can overcome them.Caitlin and the club's young volunteer, Callum, will be sharing the success of their outdoor youth clubs and how the power of community ownership may combat climate breakdown and social fragmentation.*

10.45 Women’s Alpine Adventure Club (WAAC) StoriesKate Owen & Eleanor LampardWAAC is a community and a space where we make alpine experiences available to more women. Our goal is simple – we want to see more women in the alpine environment feeling confident, skilled, enjoying themselves and feeling like they do belong there, and have the knowledge to back it up.Presented by Rab*

11.30 Standing up for wild camping – exclusive Terra Nova x BMC Film PreviewEben Muse & Laura CartwrightWith wild campers across England and Wales blamed for trashing the hills, and with a wealthy landowner attacking them in the courts, the BMC is standing up for the rights of responsible wild campers with the launch of their ‘We Wild Camp’ campaign.Join us to hear how the campaign has been going, how you can get involved, and for an exclusive preview of this exciting new film telling the real story of wild campers, with support from Terra Nova Equipment.Presented by Terra Nova*

12.15 40 Years of Himalayan ClimbingMick FowlerIn 2024, Mick Fowler and fellow ‘pioneering pensioner’ Victor Saunders made the first ascent of Yawash Sar, a 6,258m peak in Pakistan. 40 years after their first trip there, Mick will take to the stage to share this and other tales from his distinguished career of pioneering unclimbed peaks.Presented by Berghaus*

13.00 Inclusion in the hills – a Plus Size PerspectiveRebecca Dawson, Hannah Clarke, Dee Cox, & Amanda HarrisonEver wondered what it’s like to feel like you don’t belong? Meet the plus sizedwalkers from Every Body Outdoors and hear their stories of fighting to access theoutdoors. How clothing companies often excluded them, walking groups made themfeel unwelcome, and even path infrastructure creates physical barriers to access.Presented by Osprey*

14.00 Mountains & RefugesJohn Summerton & Aaron RolphIn conversation with John Summerton and Aaron Rolph on their new books Call of the Mountains and Alpine Refuges. These stunning photographic collections explore the magnetic pull of the mountains, from boundary-pushing adventures to awe-inspiring architecture.Presented by Gestalten*

15.00 How do Outdoor Brands Give Back to Nature?Tanya Kendrick & Mike AppletonAs an industry encouraging us to head outdoors to challenge ourselves and enjoynature, how are brands investing in the landscapes their businesses value so much?Meet EOCA, a non-profit raising funds from brands to help them conserve andrestore nature, as well as two local projects that have benefitted from its support.Presented by Osprey*

15.15 Climbs and ShoesRobbie PhillipsSCARPA athlete and professional climber Robbie Phillips will be in the Basecamptaking you through some of his previous ascents and experiences throughout hisyears of climbing along with highlighting his climbing shoes of choice.Presented by SCARPA