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Brisbane Camping Guide

Ultimate Brisbane Camping Guide

September 25, 2024
Activities, Australia, Bushwalk & Camp, Destinations, East
Adventure doesn’t have to mean venturing a million miles from home. From lush, green bushland to long stretches of crystal clear water, Brisbane’s natural surroundings have something to offer every type...

8 Best Camping Spots in Victoria

May 9, 2024
Activities, All, Australia, Bushwalk & Camp, East, South
Victoria is a camper’s haven.  From lush bushland and crystal clear lakes, to sublime coastlines and rivers teeming with marine life, there’s no shortage of beautiful campsites to be found in...
Sheoak Waterfall in the Great Otway National Park

9 Hikes Near Melbourne Accessible by Public Transport

September 13, 2023
Activities, Australia, Bushwalk & Camp, Destinations
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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...
Image of an Oxfam Trailwalker team on a bush trail in single file all using trekking poles.

Gear Tips for the Oxfam Trailwalker

Paddy
February 7, 2022
Australia, Bushwalk & Camp, Events, Partners in Adventure, Tips
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...

Exploring the Kennedy Range

July 5, 2021
Activities, All, Australia, Bushwalk & Camp, Travel, West
Joel Johnsson explores wild and wonderful places while documenting them through his incredible photographs. We dive a little deeper behind the pictures as Joel writes about his recent trip to the imposing...

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...

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...
Two hikers out on the trail as the sun sets

5 Reasons to Hit the Trail From Our Friends at Get Outside Melbourne

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...
The rocky and large mountains of Australia's Alpine Regions

A Backcounty Adventure to Mt Twynam

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,...
Best Day Hikes in the Blue Mountains

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...
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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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