[1][2] The New York Times described microadventures as "short, perspective-shifting bursts of travel closer to home, inspiring followers to pitch a tent in nearby woods, explore their city by moonlight, or hold a family slumber party in the backyard.
Microadventures are generally considered affordable in that little to no specialized gear is required, travel costs are trivial or nonexistent, and only a minimal amount of provisions are needed for the outing.
Often participants will sleep out under the stars using a bivvy bag, rather than a tent, and wild swims are actively encouraged.
[5] In 2012, Humphreys was nominated a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year award for his campaign to involve ordinary people in microadventures.
[6] Humphreys published a microadventures book in June 2014, which documents a series of "short, inexpensive trips" around the UK.