“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...]
Suunto Spartan Baro HR Review
Apart from a map and compass, the most important tool for navigating in the bush is a watch. Just a humble, everyday, bog standard, time telling watch. It helps you work out how fast you’re travelling, how long it will take to get somewhere and offers clues to your location and finding your way.These days, a watch can be so much more than just a timepiece and like choosing a mobile phone … [Read more...]
Macpac Duolight 2P Tent Review
As a longtime user of Macpac products**, I’m always interested when they introduce a new product, like their new two person tent, the Macpac Duolight 2P Tent.For many years, their bombproof (4 season) Microlight 1P tent was the standard for many Aussie bushwalkers and served them very well. I was secretly jealous and always wanted one! But with the changes in fabric and manufacturing … [Read more...]
7 Reasons why first aid training is essential
Or what happened when my friend broke her wrist near Mt FeathertopBilly Buttons dancing near Mt Feathertop* Warning: Cringe-worthy photos of broken bones below - don't scroll if squeamish!Slip, drop, SNAP! That’s how our fourth day in the stunning Victorian High Country changed its course from one of a simple final descent to the trailhead, to something quite other.After hearing … [Read more...]
Great Podcast for Adventurous Women
I love podcasts. It's like the radio genie heard about my love for the ABC Conversations (and it's forebear, Margaret Throsby) and decided to open the doors to millions of such great conversations, from all around the world on topics I care about. Now, I can find on demand radio shows, ie. great podcasts, whenever and wherever I want... such as my new poddie love, Sparta Chicks Radio.During … [Read more...]