The Australian Walking Track Grading System Explained
Have you ever seen a walk with a ‘grade’ before? Well these numbers that may seem to be arbitrary do have a purpose and an important one...
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Josh Welch
Jan 29, 20225 min read
Our top 5 Australian Owned Hiking Stores
Shopping for gear is a common experience among hikers but something we all try to do but yet rarely achieve is to shop local and support...
Josh Welch
Jan 22, 20227 min read
The Hiking Dictionary: all the types, terms and lingo from the trail
Hiking can come in all shapes and sizes but with this complex universe of terms and types it can be hard to actually understand what...
Josh Welch
Jan 15, 20223 min read
Sea to Summit Nylon 66 Pocket Trowel Review
Hiking sometimes requires you to dig some holes, whether it's for turning over ashes of a fire or digging a hole for your toilet, shovels...
Josh Welch
Jan 8, 20223 min read
How to go from a day hiker to overnight
Usually the first thing people do when starting out as a hiker is day hiking but for most of these people, their goal is to become an...
Josh Welch
Jan 1, 20224 min read
Hyperthermia, how to prevent, spot and treat it!
Hyperthermia or as it is more commonly known, heat stroke, can be a common sight on the hiking trail especially when hiking during the...
Josh Welch
Dec 25, 20213 min read
Macpac Merino Wool Hiking Gloves Review
Cold days out on the trail require some cold weather gear and what better to keep your hands warm than a pair of Merino Wool Gloves....
Josh Welch
Dec 18, 20215 min read
Hypothermia, how to prevent, spot and treat it!
Hypothermia is something that can occur on the hiking trail when the weather gets cold and you aren't prepared so knowing what...
Josh Welch
Dec 11, 20213 min read
Why you should try a Zero day on your next thru-hike
When taking on long thru-hikes over weeks or sometimes even months, Zero days can become a useful tool to help you and the others hiking...
Josh Welch
Dec 4, 20217 min read
The Trekkers Friend Hiking Trailer Review
For some hikers, taking a big heavy pack can be difficult and take a toll on your body especially if you are not as young and able as you...
Josh Welch
Nov 27, 20215 min read
How to plan a menu for an overnight hike
Making a full menu for a weekend away or a long hiking adventure may at first seem easy but quickly you will find yourself with limited...
Josh Welch
Nov 20, 20213 min read
Should you always carry a Compass while you hike?
The thought of hiking with a compass these days can sound a little over the top for some but a must for others and there are many reasons...
Josh Welch
Nov 13, 20212 min read
What are Cairns and why are they problematic?
While hiking you may end up stumbling across small rock piles called cairns, these small stacks can often cover some trails and be added...
Josh Welch
Nov 6, 20217 min read
10 Vegan Hiking Meal Ideas
Being a vegan hiker can be difficult especially when trying to make a full menu that not only gives you the calories to hike all day but...
Josh Welch
Oct 30, 20214 min read
Hiking Frist-Aid Kit Guide
Being prepared is important when you are in remote locations and down inaccessible trails so keeping a well-stocked first-aid kit is a...
Josh Welch
Oct 23, 20214 min read
5 Overnight Oats Recipes for the hiking trail
Overnight oats are a great breakfast meal at home and out on the trail so that's why we have decided to share our five favourite...
Josh Welch
Oct 16, 20214 min read
Bass Coast Rail Trail, Wonthaggi to Anderson Day hike
Are you looking for a little bit of a challenge while still remaining on a well maintained and well-marked track? Well then the Bass...
Josh Welch
Oct 9, 20215 min read
5 hiking Dessert Ideas
Sometimes we all need to treat ourselves a little, and there is no better time than after a long day of hard hiking out on the trail. We...
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