Josh WelchJul 2, 20223 minHow to hike on SandWhether you are hiking on the coast or along sandy dessert tracks, sand can be a common sight while hiking. Following some basic rules...
Josh WelchJun 18, 20223 minHow to hike on Scree Hiking on scree can be a challenging experience for newer hikers. It's unique and rough terrain can be quite difficult and varies on...
Josh WelchMay 21, 20223 minWhere to find water while hikingWater is an essential part of hiking. Without water you simply can’t survive so carrying enough water is always important. On long...
Josh WelchApr 23, 20223 minWhere should your tent be pitched while hiking?Hiking on overnight adventures are what most people think of when they think hiking but finding the right place to pitch your tent can be...
Josh WelchApr 9, 20223 minDo you really need rain-pants for a hike?Rain-pants are typically considered by most as the ugly cousin of one of our favourite pieces of hiking gear, the rain jacket. Designed...
Josh WelchMar 12, 20223 min5 ways to protect yourself from snakesSnakes can be something that most people fear when setting off on a hike but in reality they are not to be as feared as most people...
Josh WelchFeb 12, 20222 minThe Australian Walking Track Grading System ExplainedHave you ever seen a walk with a ‘grade’ before? Well these numbers that may seem to be arbitrary do have a purpose and an important one...
Josh WelchJan 29, 20225 minOur top 5 Australian Owned Hiking StoresShopping for gear is a common experience among hikers but something we all try to do but yet rarely achieve is to shop local and support...
Josh WelchJan 22, 20227 minThe Hiking Dictionary: all the types, terms and lingo from the trailHiking can come in all shapes and sizes but with this complex universe of terms and types it can be hard to actually understand what...
Josh WelchJan 8, 20223 minHow to go from a day hiker to overnightUsually the first thing people do when starting out as a hiker is day hiking but for most of these people, their goal is to become an...
Josh WelchJan 1, 20224 minHyperthermia, how to prevent, spot and treat it!Hyperthermia or as it is more commonly known, heat stroke, can be a common sight on the hiking trail especially when hiking during the...
Josh WelchDec 18, 20215 minHypothermia, how to prevent, spot and treat it!Hypothermia is something that can occur on the hiking trail when the weather gets cold and you aren't prepared so knowing what...
Josh WelchDec 11, 20213 minWhy you should try a Zero day on your next thru-hike When taking on long thru-hikes over weeks or sometimes even months, Zero days can become a useful tool to help you and the others hiking...
Josh WelchNov 27, 20215 minHow to plan a menu for an overnight hikeMaking a full menu for a weekend away or a long hiking adventure may at first seem easy but quickly you will find yourself with limited...
Josh WelchNov 20, 20213 minShould you always carry a Compass while you hike?The thought of hiking with a compass these days can sound a little over the top for some but a must for others and there are many reasons...
Josh WelchNov 13, 20212 minWhat are Cairns and why are they problematic?While hiking you may end up stumbling across small rock piles called cairns, these small stacks can often cover some trails and be added...
Josh WelchOct 30, 20214 minHiking Frist-Aid Kit GuideBeing prepared is important when you are in remote locations and down inaccessible trails so keeping a well-stocked first-aid kit is a...
Josh WelchOct 2, 20214 minThe Five Keys to Packing LightTrying to pack light for a hike is something that becomes more and more important the further you hike, trying to do a hike with an...