Wet Weather Hiking Tips Paddy February 12, 2021 Activities, Australia, Bushwalk & Camp If you love overflowing waterfalls and landscapes bursting with lush mosses and earthy scents, then nothing beats hiking in the rain. Often, heading out in wet weather will be one of the few times you’ll have the trail to yourself, excluding those furry...
Tips for Keeping Cool on Summer Camping Trips Paddy January 21, 2021 All, Australia, Bushwalk & Camp, Tips Long days and blue skies make summer hiking an absolute must for many of us. However, staying comfortable on warmer days requires a bit of knowledge. Unlike winter hiking, where we can always pull on extra layers, summer hiking requires us to think a little...
Top Gear for Summer Adventures Paddy January 5, 2021 All, Bushwalk & Camp, Tips Long days, warm nights and the chorus of colourful birds. These are just some of the reasons to love hiking in the warmer months. However, the long hours of heat and UV exposure can sometimes take its toll on our bodies. We have compiled a list of some of the...
5 Reasons to Hit the Trail From Our Friends at Get Outside Melbourne Kane Ford January 5, 2021 All, Australia, Bushwalk & Camp, Community, Fitness, Partners in Adventure Get Outside Melbourne's founder Kane Ford loves getting out onto the trail and inspiring others to do so at any opportunity he gets. Kane shares with us his top 5 reasons for heading out to the bush and hitting the trail. Get Outside Melbourne was...
A Guide to Water Purification Paddy September 30, 2020 Bushwalk & Camp, Tips, Travel With so many methods of water purification it can be hard to know which one is right for you and your adventure. Check out our handy water purification guide and ensure your water is safe when you're out exploring. Hiking is thirsty work, and if you’re...
How To Stay Trail Fit When You Can’t Hit The Trails Paddy September 17, 2020 Activities, Bushwalk & Camp, Community, Fitness, Partners in Adventure Wild Women on Top are always keen to get more adventurous women out there on the trail, regardless of age, ability or experience. They've been around for a while now, and Paddy Pallin has always loved keeping up to date with them, and supporting what they're...
A Backcounty Adventure to Mt Twynam Robbie Baudish September 1, 2020 All, Australia, Bushwalk & Camp, East, Snow Sports There is nothing quite like a backcountry snow adventure. The big mountains, fresh air, snow beneath your feet and sense of freedom, it is definitely a magical experience. Snow addict Robbie and #PaddyStaffer, recently headed out on a 3 day backcountry...
Guide to Speaking Like a True Snow Lover Paddy August 5, 2020 Snow Sports Sometimes skiers and boarders can sound like they are speaking another language with all of their technical and colloquial terms. If you are new to the slopes this can seem pretty confusing as you have no idea what the person on the chairlift next to you is...
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 essential step. Good quality outdoor gear isn’t...
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 massive range in weights, sizes, features, and...