Jo Moore

“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.”— Albert Camus There is something wonderfully exciting about walking in autumn. Perhaps it is the anticipation of what awaits around the next bend. A familiar path suddenly looks completely different. The trees that were green and abundant only weeks before have begun their extraordinary transformation. Gold, copper, russet, amber and crimson appear among the branches. Leaves crunch beneath your boots. The air feels cooler and fresher....

There is something wonderfully symbolic about walking. We put one foot in front of the other. We leave where we have been and move towards somewhere we have not yet been. Sometimes the path is familiar, clearly marked and reassuring. At other times, we come to a junction, a gate, a crossroads — or perhaps an unexpected open door. And that is when life asks us a question: Will you walk through? Opportunities rarely arrive with a trumpet fanfare. More often, they appear quietly. A chance...

The Benefits of Walking in September, October and November "An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day." — Henry David Thoreau As summer fades and autumn begins to paint the landscape in rich golds, fiery reds and warm ambers, nature quietly invites us to slow down. The crisp air, quieter footpaths and softer light make September, October and November some of the most rewarding months to explore the countryside. But an autumn walking retreat offers far more than beautiful scenery....