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Hiking is a fantastic past time and one that can be enjoyed by all ages and fitness levels. Those of you who have lots of hiking experience will no doubt want your younger family members to enjoy the same experiences you have when out on the trail. Find out more about hiking with kids in this written article. Hiking With Kids, Go Hiking, Young Family, Young Ones, Feeling Special, Kids Learning, Trail, Survival, Advice
Hiking With Kids
Go Hiking
Young Family
Young Ones
Feeling Special
Kids Learning
Trail
Survival
Advice
Hiking is a fantastic past time and one that can be enjoyed by all ages and fitness levels. Those of you who have lots of hiking experience will no doubt want your younger family members to enjoy the same experiences you have when out on the trail. Find out more about hiking with kids in this written article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
In this article we look at the reason that huts came into existence, the function they now serve, and importantly the etiquette involved in putting them to use when out hiking. Readto article to find out more. Tent Platform, Sweep The Floor, Australian Capital Territory, Old Farm, New South, Nature Reserve, Western Australia, Etiquette, Alps
Tent Platform
Sweep The Floor
Australian Capital Territory
Old Farm
New South
Nature Reserve
Western Australia
Etiquette
Alps
In this article we look at the reason that huts came into existence, the function they now serve, and importantly the etiquette involved in putting them to use when out hiking. Readto article to find out more.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Hiking Socks, Toe Socks, Warm Socks, Liner Socks, Dress Socks, Suits You, Are You The One, Drawer
Hiking Socks
Toe Socks
Warm Socks
Liner Socks
Dress Socks
Suits You
Are You The One
Drawer
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
The most common wildlife we see on trails are Kangaroos or Wallabies and as a result we don't think much about them. But how much do you know about our iconic wildlife? Find out in this write up. One Month Old, Wombat, Kangaroos, Wildlife, Hiking, Koalas, Walks
One Month Old
Wombat
Kangaroos
Wildlife
Hiking
Koalas
Walks
The most common wildlife we see on trails are Kangaroos or Wallabies and as a result we don't think much about them. But how much do you know about our iconic wildlife? Find out in this write up.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
From an Australian perspective participation in hiking and bushwalking is a rapidly increasing activity seeing a doubling in the participation rate between 2010-2015. This increased participation has many positive impacts; not just physical but also emotional and mental. So just what are the health benefits of hiking? To find out read our article. Weight Bearing Exercises, Bone Density, Keeping Healthy, Get Outdoors, Regular Exercise, Muscle Fitness, Loose Weight, Riddles, Burn Calories
Weight Bearing Exercises
Bone Density
Keeping Healthy
Get Outdoors
Regular Exercise
Muscle Fitness
Loose Weight
Riddles
Burn Calories
From an Australian perspective participation in hiking and bushwalking is a rapidly increasing activity seeing a doubling in the participation rate between 2010-2015. This increased participation has many positive impacts; not just physical but also emotional and mental. So just what are the health benefits of hiking? To find out read our article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Recently I was asked for some guidance on a long distance hiking trail including how many hours or kilometres should you hike in one day. There is no simple formula.In this article we discuss how to get into doing distance hiking. To find out more read this article. Pacific Crest Trail, Just Be You, Day Hike, Fraternity, You Fitness, Hiking Trails, Long Distance, How To Find Out
Pacific Crest Trail
Just Be You
Day Hike
Fraternity
You Fitness
Hiking Trails
Long Distance
How To Find Out
Recently I was asked for some guidance on a long distance hiking trail including how many hours or kilometres should you hike in one day. There is no simple formula.In this article we discuss how to get into doing distance hiking. To find out more read this article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
In this article we look at simple opportunities for creating your own hiking adventures that with a bit of basic knowledge and planning almost anyone can do using an example that we experienced ourselves. To find out more go to our written article. Create Your Own Adventure, Great Walks, Old Orchard, The Settlers, Local Parks, State Forest, Park Service
Create Your Own Adventure
Great Walks
Old Orchard
The Settlers
Local Parks
State Forest
Park Service
In this article we look at simple opportunities for creating your own hiking adventures that with a bit of basic knowledge and planning almost anyone can do using an example that we experienced ourselves. To find out more go to our written article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
There’s a well known saying many people would be familiar with and that’s ‘It’s about the journey, not the destination’; but is it? In this article we discuss just that. To find out more in our article. I Am Feeling Good, The Final Destination, Thru Hiking, How I Feel, Roller Coaster, Journey
I Am Feeling Good
The Final Destination
Thru Hiking
How I Feel
Roller Coaster
Journey
There’s a well known saying many people would be familiar with and that’s ‘It’s about the journey, not the destination’; but is it? In this article we discuss just that. To find out more in our article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Ticks are not insects but belong to the same family as spiders and for me are the creepiest thing on the trail. Find out more how to manage them in our written article. Types Of Ticks, Tick Removal, Tick Bite, Body Check, Spiders, Insects
Types Of Ticks
Tick Removal
Tick Bite
Body Check
Spiders
Insects
Ticks are not insects but belong to the same family as spiders and for me are the creepiest thing on the trail. Find out more how to manage them in our written article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
While only a minor consideration the right pillow choice can make or break a good nights sleep on the trail. In this article we take a beginners look at pillow options for hiking and camping. To find out more go to our written article. Good Night Sleep, Consideration, Camping, Pillows
Good Night Sleep
Consideration
Camping
Pillows
While only a minor consideration the right pillow choice can make or break a good nights sleep on the trail. In this article we take a beginners look at pillow options for hiking and camping. To find out more go to our written article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
As hikers grow in their ability they will often transition to overnight trips and the default setting is usually tent camping. However another alternative that’s slowly gaining acceptance is hammock camping. In this article we look at what’s involved in hammock camping. Read our take to find out if this may be for you. Suspension Straps, Hammock Accessories, Backyard Hammock, Default Setting, When You Sleep, Best Insulation, Outdoor Store, Tent Camping, Acceptance
Suspension Straps
Hammock Accessories
Backyard Hammock
Default Setting
When You Sleep
Best Insulation
Outdoor Store
Tent Camping
Acceptance
As hikers grow in their ability they will often transition to overnight trips and the default setting is usually tent camping. However another alternative that’s slowly gaining acceptance is hammock camping. In this article we look at what’s involved in hammock camping. Read our take to find out if this may be for you.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Hiking in wet or rainy conditions is a skill that we progressively learn and often come to relish when the conditions are right and we have planned appropriately. Listen to this episode to hear our tips. Hiking In The Rain, Wet Weather, First Names, Social Media, How To Plan, Tips, Social Networks, Social Media Tips
Hiking In The Rain
Wet Weather
First Names
Social Media
How To Plan
Tips
Social Networks
Social Media Tips
Hiking in wet or rainy conditions is a skill that we progressively learn and often come to relish when the conditions are right and we have planned appropriately. Listen to this episode to hear our tips.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
While tents are the most common camping option for hikers another alternative that is slowly gaining ground is hammock camping. In this podcast episode we look at what’s involved in hammock camping to help you decide if this is an option for you. Liisten to this episode to find out more. Tents, Hammock, Alternative, Teepees
Tents
Hammock
Alternative
Teepees
While tents are the most common camping option for hikers another alternative that is slowly gaining ground is hammock camping. In this podcast episode we look at what’s involved in hammock camping to help you decide if this is an option for you. Liisten to this episode to find out more.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
These bloodsuckers are common in areas of high moisture and some people worst nightmare. Find out more in our written article. To My Parents, Seven Years Old, People, Trekking
To My Parents
Seven Years Old
People
Trekking
These bloodsuckers are common in areas of high moisture and some people worst nightmare. Find out more in our written article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
The term ‘Hike Your Own Hike’ is a key consideration in enjoying your hike but what does it mean? To find out more go to our written article. Two Person Tent, Wilderness Trail, Group Dynamics, Just Good Friends, Hiking Fashion, Losing Friends, Group Travel, The Hard Way, Significant Other
Two Person Tent
Wilderness Trail
Group Dynamics
Just Good Friends
Hiking Fashion
Losing Friends
Group Travel
The Hard Way
Significant Other
The term ‘Hike Your Own Hike’ is a key consideration in enjoying your hike but what does it mean? To find out more go to our written article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Our sleeping patterns on trail impact the experiences we have. Are you are night owl or a rooster? To see the pros and cons of each go to write up to find out more. Owl Who, Sleep Late, Types Of Guys, Leave Early, Staying Up Late, Old Quotes, Night Owl, Rooster
Owl Who
Sleep Late
Types Of Guys
Leave Early
Staying Up Late
Old Quotes
Night Owl
Rooster
Our sleeping patterns on trail impact the experiences we have. Are you are night owl or a rooster? To see the pros and cons of each go to write up to find out more.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Ever thought of trying bikepacking? Read the written version of our recent podcast to find out if this is an option is for you Hiking Gear, Camping Gear, Hybrid Mountain Bike, Ultralight Hiking, Bicycle Headlight, Hydration Pack, Outdoor Research, Frame Bag, Bike Rack
Hiking Gear
Camping Gear
Hybrid Mountain Bike
Ultralight Hiking
Bicycle Headlight
Hydration Pack
Outdoor Research
Frame Bag
Bike Rack
Ever thought of trying bikepacking? Read the written version of our recent podcast to find out if this is an option is for you
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Sometimes quitting a hike is just the right thing to do. But when is that? In this article we discuss considerations for quitting a hike. To find out more read this article. Things To Think About, Things To Do, Man Cold, Altitude Sickness, Kangaroo Island, Going Through The Motions, Great North
Things To Think About
Things To Do
Man Cold
Altitude Sickness
Kangaroo Island
Going Through The Motions
Great North
Sometimes quitting a hike is just the right thing to do. But when is that? In this article we discuss considerations for quitting a hike. To find out more read this article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Sometimes we just can't get outdoors to hike and in these circumstances what options do we have. Find out our thoughts in this article. Hiking Magazine, Hiking First Aid Kit, Where's My Water, Make A Game, When You Can, Do You Remember, Setting Goals
Hiking Magazine
Hiking First Aid Kit
Where's My Water
Make A Game
When You Can
Do You Remember
Setting Goals
Sometimes we just can't get outdoors to hike and in these circumstances what options do we have. Find out our thoughts in this article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
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Women's Clothing
Stage
Australia
Clothes For Women
Women's Clothes
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Each of us has their 'why' for hiking. in this article we discuss some of the more common ones. What's your reason for hiking? Brisk Walking, Days Before Christmas, Life Affirming, Focus On Me, Trying To Lose Weight, Personality Types, In Writing, How To Be Outgoing
Brisk Walking
Days Before Christmas
Life Affirming
Focus On Me
Trying To Lose Weight
Personality Types
In Writing
How To Be Outgoing
Each of us has their 'why' for hiking. in this article we discuss some of the more common ones. What's your reason for hiking?
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Long distance hikes are more than just longer versions of shorter hikes. In this article we look at the differences including what a typical day on a long distance hike looks like. To find out more go read this article. Camping Set Up, Creature Of Habit, Feet Care, The Life
Camping Set Up
Creature Of Habit
Feet Care
The Life
Long distance hikes are more than just longer versions of shorter hikes. In this article we look at the differences including what a typical day on a long distance hike looks like. To find out more go read this article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
If you have been hiking for a while then chances are you already know how to correctly pack your backpack; but maybe you don’t. In fact there really is no one ‘correct’ way but rather a series of principles that you apply to achieve the best outcome for you as an individual. Read this article to find out more. Hiking Checklist, Camping Packing, Pack Your Bags, You Loose, Backpacks, Backpack
Hiking Checklist
Camping Packing
Pack Your Bags
You Loose
Backpacks
Backpack
If you have been hiking for a while then chances are you already know how to correctly pack your backpack; but maybe you don’t. In fact there really is no one ‘correct’ way but rather a series of principles that you apply to achieve the best outcome for you as an individual. Read this article to find out more.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
Every hiker should at least consider the concepts of ultralight hiking even if you only choose certain aspects of the practice. To find out more read this article. Outdoor Magazine, Warm Down, Body Weight, The Journey
Outdoor Magazine
Warm Down
Body Weight
The Journey
Every hiker should at least consider the concepts of ultralight hiking even if you only choose certain aspects of the practice. To find out more read this article.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice
After collecting hiking and outdoor based quotes for our newsletter over the past 5 years we decided that it was time to make them accessible all in 1 location. See all these quotes in a single location to find out more. We will update this collection regularly throughout the year. Charles Lindbergh, Frank Herbert, Safe Harbor, Remember The Time, Henry David Thoreau, John Muir, Falling Down, Peace Of Mind
Charles Lindbergh
Frank Herbert
Safe Harbor
Remember The Time
Henry David Thoreau
John Muir
Falling Down
Peace Of Mind
After collecting hiking and outdoor based quotes for our newsletter over the past 5 years we decided that it was time to make them accessible all in 1 location. See all these quotes in a single location to find out more. We will update this collection regularly throughout the year.
Australian Hiker
Australian Hiker
Hiking Advice