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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...
Eastern Sherbrooke Forest Loop, Dandenong Ranges. Photograph: The Bushwalking Blog

5 Great Day Hikes Around Melbourne

Paddy
June 30, 2020
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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
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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...
Best Day Hikes in the Blue Mountains

The 5 Best Day Hikes in the Blue Mountains

Paddy
June 3, 2020
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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...
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Gripping Adventure Books

Paddy
May 12, 2020
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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...
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ENJOY Rather Than ENDURE! What I wished I knew when I starting hiking.

November 27, 2019
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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...
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Suunto 5 Watch Review

Paddy
September 11, 2019
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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...
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How to Choose and Fit your Pack: A New Hiker’s Paddy Pallin Experience

June 13, 2019
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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...
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Osprey Mutant 22 Review: My New Favourite Pack!

December 12, 2018
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Osprey have been making quality packs and luggage for some time now. It's not unusual to encounter someone in the outdoors wearing one. More often than not, that person has several Osprey bags, a selection for...
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Spring Escape: Outdoor Adventure Activities in Kalbarri National Park

October 9, 2018
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Monique and Jasper are an adventure seeking couple pursuing outdoor adventure activities in a range of adventure destinations spanning Australia as they live life on the road. They have most recently found...
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Welcome to the Blog

The name Paddy Pallin certainly means many things to many people. For some it brings to mind the genial personality of one of Australia’s pioneer bushwalkers. Others will recognise the name from the label of a sleeping bag or rucksack that has given a generation of faithful service in the great outdoors. Or perhaps it brings to mind the colourful history of Australia’s greatest cross-country ski race. For most people however, the name is associated with a group of specialist retail stores catering for travellers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The Experience Blog is a place to collaboratively share knowledge, adventures and inspire each other to enjoy the outdoors. We stand firmly by the motto that 'Experience is Everything' & strive to embody that philosophy within our community whenever possible.

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