Bushwalk & Camp

We all know that rule number one of building an outdoor wardrobe is effective layering. It's easy to get distracted with colourful shells and trendy down jackets, but an effective outdoor layering system has...

Once you get the hiking bug, there’s no turning back. If you’re starting to get comfortable with longer day hikes, the natural next step is to kick it up a notch with an overnight hike. Overnight hikes...

There’s nothing worse than having gear fail when you’re on a hike. Especially when you know you could fix it if only you had the right tool. While often overlooked by ultralight hikers, having a small, but...

Whether you’re a seasoned backpacker or a complete newbie, the most important gear decision you can make when heading outdoors is, arguably, your choice of footwear. If your feet aren’t comfortable, it...

Peru is home to some of the world's best hikes. From trekking through deep canyons to snow-capped mountains and ancient ruins, the scenery you will encounter when hiking in Peru is out of this world. With a...

Love nature but don’t have a car? It’s a common problem for city-dwellers the world over, when  most of the time public transport is enough to get us from A to B. But when we want to swap the concrete...

With international travel back in full swing, it's time to start thinking about planning your next overseas trip. If stunning scenery and a rich local culture interest you, Guatemala should be at the top of...

Blisters can quickly turn a beautiful walk into an endless trudge. For some of us, they are a rare occurrence, whilst for others they may seem like an inevitable part of hiking. A lot of the work that goes...

Long distance bushwalking is a challenging, enduring and rewarding experience. Being out on the trail for hours upon hours can mean that the even smallest of irritations and discomforts can develop into larger...

When you’re in between trips, it can be tempting to throw all of your gear into the cupboard and forget about it, but it’s important to clean and store it properly, and that requires a little bit of effort...