Expert Advice
Gear guides, safety tips, and practical know-how from experienced Australian campers.
Day Hike Checklist — The Essentials You Actually Need
The day hike checklist that handles 95% of what can go wrong — water, map and compass, sun and warm layers, first aid, phone, snacks, plus the "tell someone where you're going" rule.
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Hydration Packs — A Practical Buyer's Guide
How to pick the right hydration pack — bladder cleaning, capacity for the trip, bite-valve features, pack design, plus the consistent-sipping habit that keeps you actually hydrated.
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10 Tips for Fitting Hiking Boots
Wrong boots will end your hike faster than anything else. Ten practical tips for buying hiking boots that fit, including the in-store finger test that takes the guesswork out of sizing.
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Cooking Essentials for Hiking
A practical Aussie guide to lightweight cooking on the trail — stove choice, fuel, cookware, packet meals, coffee, and the matches you don't want to forget.
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Tips on how to choose the right pack
Selecting a suitable pack can be an intimidating experience. At most outdoors stores you’re usually met with a Great Wall of China–sized display of packs in a multitude of sizes, colours, shapes and price points. It’s hard to know where to begin. But try not to be overwhelmed, narrowing the selection down is really quite easy.
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Getting Fit For a Multi-Day Hike - Part Two
Important tips to prepare your body for a multi-day hike
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Getting Fit For a Multi-Day Hike - Part One
Important tips to prepare your body for a multi-day hike
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Your guide to the ultimate campsite setup
Campsite The ultimate campsite, so desired by so many, doesn’t just happen – well not very often anyway! Mostly it’s luck of the draw that might see you...
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5 of the Best Brekkies to Fuel Your Hike
It’s a common cliché that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. While it may or may not be true in regular life, faced with a...
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Camping Advice for the Cold Australian Winters
Just because the weather has gotten colder doesn't mean your camping vacations have to end. Camping is one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors in the...
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3 Season vs 4 Season Tents for Australian Camping?
n this comprehensive guide, we explore the key differences between 3-season and 4-season tents, providing expert advice to help you choose the right shelter for your camping needs. 3-Season Tents are designed for use in spring, summer, and autumn. They are lightweight, portable, and prioritize ventilation, making them ideal for mild to moderate weather conditions. An example of a quality 3-season tent is the Vango Sprint 200, which is perfect for lightweight backpacking with its easy setup and excellent breathability. 4-Season Tents, on the other hand, are built to withstand extreme weather conditions, including heavy snow, high winds, and harsh rain. These tents are more durable and stable, making them suitable for winter camping and mountaineering. The Nortent Gamme 4 is an excellent example, offering superior durability and weather protection, making it ideal for Australia’s toughest conditions.
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Online Camping Australia: 6 Essentials for Camping and Cooking
Essentials for camping in Australia can be bought online. Read about some of the must-haves for your next camping trip, here in this guide.
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Backpacking in the Snowy Mountains
Cooma has the main Visitor Information Centre for the Snowy Mountains region, and is a good place to stop while you decide what to do next. It has a good shopping centre, with camping supplies and good clothing and second hand shops
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