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...
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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
May 21, 20223 min read
Where to find water while hiking
Water is an essential part of hiking. Without water you simply can’t survive so carrying enough water is always important. On long...
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 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
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
Aug 7, 20214 min read
How to plan for the weather on a hike
The weather can make a huge impact on any hike, conditions can change quickly so planning for the weather is an important part of your...
Josh Welch
Jul 24, 20213 min read
The 7 Principles of Leaving no Trace while hiking
The seven principles of ‘leave no trace’ hiking have been around for many years and are an important part about how we as hikers protect...
Josh Welch
Jul 10, 20212 min read
Hiking alone vs Hiking with friends
The difference between hiking with friends and hiking alone can be huge and can create very different hiking experiences but for newer...
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 26, 20213 min read
Mountain Designs, Tread Cork Hiking Poles Review
If you are someone who finds getting to the top a little hard then hiking poles might be something you use to help you get there, most...
Josh Welch
Jun 19, 20214 min read
The Guide for making tea and coffee on the trail
Having something as simple as a warm cup of tea or coffee can greatly improve the experience of hiking on a multi-day walk or while out...
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
May 29, 20214 min read
5 ways to stay active in lockdown
Lockdowns can be called overnight and make staying active very hard, so here is five things you can do while in lockdown to help stay...
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 17, 20215 min read
5 Tips for Hiking in the Rain
Hiking in the rain or in a storm can be a pain, having everything wet including yourself can make hiking a little less fun than it should...
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