In a recent post I looked at what to consider when buying a hydration pack. Following on from that, I wanted to do a review of a good 'no frills' but very functional and reliable CamelBak hydration pack you can use on all your hiking adventures. … [Continue reading]
In today's post, I want to take a look at the what you need to consider when buying a hydration bladder also known as a hydration reservoir. When you're out hiking, one of the crucial resources you need to have with you is drinking water and … [Continue reading]
I was thinking today about a hike I was on recently in the context of a recent post in relation to carrying an extra layer of gear when you're out hiking, especially in the colder months. In that post I mentioned that sometimes even hiking in … [Continue reading]
Short post today on a handy and effective little tip. When you're out hiking, you will inevitably have to contend with wet weather. The sky will open up at some point rest assured :-) First and foremost you need to be sure have the right … [Continue reading]
As we move through the winter I am reminded of the simple tip to help keep you good in colder conditions. In short summary, it can be a very good idea to carry extra layers of hiking clothes while out on the trail. While it's definitely more … [Continue reading]
Hiking in protected areas gives the hiker a large and varied selection of great hiking opportunities. For many hikers, going out into the wilds and mountains isn't high on their list of to-do's. While some, like myself, love to push the boat out … [Continue reading]
In this article I want to take a look at local hiking clubs, as they are a great resource that are available to many folks in their local areas. When you are starting out hiking, it can all be a bit of a mystery. Where do you go to hike? What … [Continue reading]
Before looking at altitude sickness in terms of treatment and prevention, let's first take a look at what altitude sickness is, and it's signs and symptoms. As with any serious condition like this, it is good to know what to look for in case of a … [Continue reading]
In a post I did a couple of weeks back I looked at what to think about to help you try and decide whether you’d like hiking as a pastime before committing to it on an ongoing basis. To continue in that vein, I wanted to have a look at some creative … [Continue reading]