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...]
What to do if you get lost hiking?
Or “How to get unlost” when bushwalking In 1987 pioneering Aussie bushwalker and businessman Paddy Pallin wrote a book called, ‘Never Truly Lost’. It’s a classic from the traditional style of bushwalking (what many now refer to as 'hiking'… oh, the controversy!) and as a statement, touches on the soul of what it means for many of us to be in the bush. For the well equipped and experienced … [Read more...]
Secrets of the Police Rescue Rat Pack
A little while back I took part in a Land Search and Rescue workshop run by the Blue Mountains Police Rescue squad. It's just one of the many great training opportunities thanks to the Bushwalkers Wilderness Rescue Squad. On this two day workshop, we worked with our colleagues in other volunteer squads such as the SES and RFS. We learnt about Search Management from Police Rescue and put … [Read more...]
Volunteering in the Outdoors
One thing that I'm convinced about in this crazy life, is that we're not just put here on this amazing planet for our own benefit. Something as simple as giving someone a smile or a random act of kindness, has the ability to give light to someone's life. I consider myself so incredibly blessed in many ways, that when faced with the opportunity to help out, I find myself saying, 'How can I not … [Read more...]