For those of us who enjoy a nice red with dinner or the ahh moment when the warmth of good liquor runs down the back of our throats around the campfire, there's a bunch of options.Wine Sachets: These commercially available little foil wonders are found in some of the bigger bottle shops. In the past, the wine has been of questionable quality, so if you are fussy - these (like the casks) … [Read more...]
How to Waterproof your Backpack
There's many reasons why you may need to waterproof your backpack, whether it be for canyoning, river or creek crossings, pack floats or simply to protect your gear from heavy rain. There are several different approaches to ensuring that your gear stays dry inside your pack and as with all things in life, it's just about finding which method works best for you and is best suited for the outdoor … [Read more...]
Wilderness Camping Etiquette or How to win friends in the bush! (The Official List)
I remember when I went on my first trip with the Sydney Bushwalkers Club, (an adventure down the full length of Ettrema Creek from Bullfrog Creek to Coolendel in 4 days... um,make that 5) I was so exhausted upon reaching camp on the first night, that my only thought was being horizontal. If someone had mentioned 'jobs' or 'chores' to me, I would've used a few choice four letter words in … [Read more...]
Packing for an overnight bushwalk
I reckon overnight or extended trips into the bush are a little like flying business class (not that I do that a whole lot!). It can take you ages to finally get there, but once you've tried it - you never want to go back. It all comes down to taking the right things and packing them in a smart way. Here's my simple how to pack for an overnight hike video. I hope you find it … [Read more...]