One of the biggest changes to my bushwalking and hiking experience came when I finally learnt how to navigate with a map and compass. It wasn't just about the theory of how to take bearings or even understanding how to read a topographic map, it was when the lights started going on and everything started making sense. It was a bit like when you learn to drive a car. At first, everything is … [Read more...]
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Blue Mountains Geographical Encyclopaedia: Book Review
“What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other word would smell as sweet.”... or so Juliet said to Romeo in the 1500’s. Jump to today and think about places around you, your town, your favourite lookout, river, ridge or mountain. Just like Shakespeare’s classic tale, there’s a story behind every one. Tales of heroism, mystery, intrigue or politics. Money, betrayal, adventure or pioneers … [Read more...]
Blue Mountains – Open for business… Still!
Last October was an incredibly difficult one for many people living in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales. I’ve had non-hiker friends say to me, ‘Oh, you must be so sad about your beloved Blue Mountains and the fires?’ I kind of didn’t know what to say. I don’t live there, I haven’t raised a family there, had the comfort of home and community there, been gripped by the gut wrenching fear of … [Read more...]
How to choose a hike
16 tips to help you choose a hike that's right for you One of the most common reasons that search and rescue callouts happen is because hikers have underestimated something. Either the terrain, the time, their capabilities or the elements. Solid workout or... Here’s a few questions you could ask yourself to help judge if you’re going to have a ball or be in waaaay over your … [Read more...]
Nemo Tensor Insulated Sleeping Pad Review
If you've ever slept on the newer style inflatable sleeping mats (as opposed to the traditional Thermarest self-inflating or foamie styles), you'll know that one of the biggest issues is a noisy one. Whilst you might sleep soundly and comfortably, your tent neighbours might think otherwise. When the folk at US based NEMO released their latest version, the NEMO Tensor Insulated Ultralight Sleeping … [Read more...]