Useful Tips and Tricks to Maintaining your Gear Paddy July 29, 2020 Bushwalk & Camp, Gear, Tips 1 Comment Spending time drying and cleaning your gear straight after you’ve arrived home, sore and tired, from a massive adventure, is hands down the least exciting part of the whole trip. Unfortunately, it’s an...
How to Choose a Hiking Tent Paddy July 21, 2020 All, Bushwalk & Camp, Gear, Snow Sports, Tips 1 Comment When you’re outdoors, your tent is your home away from home. With so many options available, it can be difficult to work out which model is right for you. When looking at tents, you’re sure to encounter a...
Tips for Keeping Warm on Winter Camping Trips Paddy July 7, 2020 Bushwalk & Camp, Tips Getting cold at night can sap the fun out of winter trips. The right gear and a few easy tricks will help you stay warm and comfortable and keep you camping, hiking and exploring all year round. Get the Most...
5 Great Day Hikes Around Melbourne Paddy June 30, 2020 Activities, Bushwalk & Camp There’s no better way to reset than with a day out of the city. Fortunately, Melbourne is surrounded by fantastic day walks, from child-friendly wanders to rugged scrambles. Here are five of our favourite...
A Beginner’s Guide to Day Hiking Paddy June 23, 2020 Bushwalk & Camp, Gear, Tips As soon as you’ve completed your first day hike, you immediately want to start planning your next one! We know the feeling. The bush can be addictive, but if you don’t know where to begin, what to pack or...
The 5 Best Day Hikes in the Blue Mountains Paddy June 3, 2020 Activities, All, Bushwalk & Camp, East Last Updated October 25, 2023 Nothing beats getting out of the city and on to the trail. Fresh air, wildlife, the sounds of gentle streams - what’s not to love? Located just an hour outside of Sydney, the...
Gripping Adventure Books Paddy May 12, 2020 All, Bushwalk & Camp, Destinations, Gear, Travel Many of us are feeling a little cooped up at the moment and missing those big days out on the trail, so what better way to combat this than a list of gripping books to keep you motivated during isolation! Just...
ENJOY Rather Than ENDURE! What I wished I knew when I starting hiking. Amanda November 27, 2019 All, Bushwalk & Camp Experienced hiker and professional guide, Amanda, has picked up many helpful tips and tricks over her years of hiking. Getting out on the trail should be such a wonderful and fulfilling experience, but Amanda...
94% Suunto 5 Watch Review Paddy September 11, 2019 All, Bike, Bushwalk & Camp, Central, Climb, Fitness, Gear, Paddle, Reviews 1 Comment Michael S. is a Sydney-born, Brisbane-based adventurer who enjoys hiking and camping, bushwalking in Australia and overseas, action adventure travel, trail running, mountain biking, paddling, and nearly any...
How to Choose and Fit your Pack: A New Hiker’s Paddy Pallin Experience Nell June 13, 2019 All, Bushwalk & Camp, Gear, Tips 1 Comment Adventurous mum Nell is inspired to dive into the world of overnight hiking and camping after completing the Milford Track in New Zealand. Unsure of where to begin and which hiking pack to choose, she seeks...