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How to Use Hiking Poles Effectively while on the Trail

May 273 min read

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...

A Guide to Hiking for Beginners: Tips and Tricks to Get Started

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...

Early starts are the best starts – here’s why

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...

The Hiking Dictionary: all the types, terms and lingo from the trail

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...

Top 5 traits and qualities every hiker needs

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...

Hiking Head Torch, Arlec LED Torch Review

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...

Sea to Summit, Aeros Hiking Pillow Review

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...

Guide for Beginners, 10 Tips for New Hikers

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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