How to Use Hiking Poles Effectively while on the Trail
Hiking poles, also known as trekking poles, are valuable tools that can really improve your overall hiking experience by providing...
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Josh Welch
Feb 11, 20234 min read
A Guide to Hiking for Beginners: Tips and Tricks to Get Started
Hiking for the first time can be an amazing way to explore nature, challenge yourself, and exercise but for many people, they simply...
Josh Welch
Oct 22, 20223 min read
How fit do you need to be for hiking?
I can’t tell you the amount of times I have seen people tell you that hiking is this extreme sport which you need insane stamina for. The...
Josh Welch
Oct 8, 20223 min read
Early starts are the best starts – here’s why
If you've been hiking for a long time then you would be well aware of the many advantages of packing up camp and setting off early in the...
Josh Welch
Sep 24, 20223 min read
The 10 essentials of hiking
First published in the third edition of ‘Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills’ in January 1974, the ten essentials have long been...
Josh Welch
Mar 12, 20223 min read
5 ways to protect yourself from snakes
Snakes can be something that most people fear when setting off on a hike but in reality they are not to be as feared as most people...
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
Jul 17, 20214 min read
Point Smythe Venus Bay Day Hike Circuit
The Gippsland Coast is one of the most beautiful places to explore in Australia but too often hikers flock to the big named places like...
Josh Welch
Jul 3, 20214 min read
Top 5 traits and qualities every hiker needs
Are you looking at beginning your hiking journey? Well then this guide might just help you, it's no secret that hiking has certain skills...
Josh Welch
Jun 12, 20212 min read
Hiking Head Torch, Arlec LED Torch Review
Head torches are a must have item for when you are out on the trail, whether you are hiking in the night or setting up camp and cooking...
Josh Welch
Jun 5, 20214 min read
The 5 Keys to Choosing a Hike
Choosing where to go on your next adventure can be difficult, there are many factors to consider when trying to find the best hike and these
Josh Welch
May 22, 20212 min read
Hiking Poncho and Pouch Review
Hiking in the wet weather can pose interesting challenges, one of them being how to stay dry. Raincoats don't always work as intended and...
Josh Welch
May 15, 20213 min read
Yarra Bend Park Bats, Urban Day Hike
If you are looking for a great hike to take the whole family on then look no further than this great evening day hike along the banks of...
Josh Welch
May 8, 20212 min read
Sea to Summit, Aeros Hiking Pillow Review
Is the Sea to Summit hiking pillow actually good or is it not worth the money? Hiking Pillows can be a great alternative to the sack of...
Josh Welch
May 1, 20214 min read
Guide for Beginners, 10 Tips for New Hikers
Trying hiking can be hard when you don’t know what your doing so here is 10 tips to help you start your hiking journey and build the...
Josh Welch
Apr 3, 20213 min read
The 5 biggest risks while hiking
Hiking can be an activity filled with risks and unknowns and it's always important to be prepared, being in the bush can often present a...
Josh Welch
Mar 20, 20212 min read
Erskine Falls, Great Otway Day hike
Erskine Falls offers a fantastic day trip but if you’re looking for a hike in the area then this little day hike might just be perfect...
Josh Welch
Mar 13, 20212 min read
5 reasons to start hiking
If you're looking at starting hiking then here is five reasons to compel you to give it a try and explore the wonderful world of hiking....
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