Osprey Aura AG 65 Review Paddy November 30, 2023 All, Gear, Reviews Soph needed a new pack for challenging multi-day hikes, and the Osprey Aura AG 65 turned out to be everything she needed. Check out her review of the classic Osprey hiking pack during an overnighter at Mount...
Gift Ideas for Adventure Lovers | Paddy’s Staff Top Picks Paddy November 28, 2023 All Purchasing the perfect Christmas present for your friends and family can be difficult, especially if they're an outdoor enthusiast who appears to have it all. But don't fret - our adventurous...
What is UPF Clothing? The Difference Between UPF and SPF Paddy November 1, 2023 Gear, Tips Summer is around the corner, which means more time spent outdoors in the sunshine. And whilst that is definitely something to look forward to, it’s important to make sure that we look after ourselves and our...
15 Father’s Day Gifts for Outdoorsy Dads Paddy August 22, 2023 Gear, Tips Father’s Day is just around the corner, and we all know that dads are notoriously hard to buy for. But there's one easy solution if your dad loves the outdoors: get him some new gear! Whether he’s a keen...
Are Hiking Poles Worth the Hype? How I Chose My First Pair of Hiking Poles Paddy August 16, 2023 All, Gear, Reviews, Tips Outdoor enthusiasts tend to occupy one of two camps when it comes to hiking poles: they love them or they hate them. It’s safe to say that Ana was firmly planted in the latter - that is until she badly...
A look into the eye-opening book Adventures in Climate Science Paddy June 1, 2023 All, Environmentalism We know the world is getting hotter, but have you ever wondered exactly why a warming planet matters? How does just a degree or two of extra heat actually change anything much? Launching today, with support...
Tips for Bikepacking: Beginners Guide Paddy May 31, 2023 All, Bike Interested in Bikepacking? Follow our guide below on our best tips for Bikepacking. What is Bikepacking? Mention to your friends that you’re interested in bikepacking, and it will likely turn a head or...
Pilliga Ultra Wrap Up Paddy April 5, 2022 Community, Environmentalism, Events, Sponsorship After multiple delays and an unwavering commitment from the team at For Wild Places, the first Pilliga Ultra trail run has now come and gone over this past weekend. Runners, crew members, event organisers,...
Oxfam Trailwalker – Last minute purchases and preparation tips Paddy March 9, 2022 All It’s nearly time for Oxfam Trailwalker and it is important that you are prepared for the occasion. When you take your first step out onto your trail, you want to feel like you’re prepared with all the...
Top Tips for Night Walking Paddy February 25, 2022 All One of the things that makes Oxfam Trailwalker so fun, and yet so difficult, is the night walking element to it. It’s important that you work in some night hiking to your training schedule so that you’re...