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Nov 23, 2023

The Obsession with Hiking Gear: A Deep Dive

Nov 17, 2023

What to expect when activating a PLB or InReach device in an Emergency

Nov 09, 2023

Navigating the Difference: True North vs. Magnetic North

Nov 09, 2023

The Power of Hiking Poles: Benefits and tips on how to use them!

Oct 02, 2023

What is the Fill Power of Synthetic Insulation?

Sep 25, 2023

Do You Need a Pillow for Backpacking?

Sep 20, 2023

Floorless Tents and Shelters 101

Sep 16, 2023

What Are The Straps On The Outside of a Backpack For?

Sep 11, 2023

Best Backpacking Cook Pots: Titanium, Aluminum, or Stainless Steel?

Aug 28, 2023

My latest lightweight winter tramping boots - Inov-8 Roclite Pro G 400 GTX V2

Aug 21, 2023

When Should You Replace Your Hiking Trail Runners?

Aug 16, 2023

PLB's When To Push The Button – And What To Do Next

Jul 09, 2023

Hiking Thermoregulation in Cold Rain

Jul 06, 2023

Hiking Blister Prevention: Which Leukotape Tape is best?

Jul 04, 2023

Ultralight Tents: Common Pitfalls and Complaints

Jun 26, 2023

Personal Locator Beacon or Mobile Phone?

Jun 26, 2023

How to Reduce Your Backpacking Water Weight

Jun 24, 2023

How to Find a Level Campsite: A Neat Little Trick

Jun 19, 2023

Wool Baselayers vs Synthetic Baselayers: How to Choose

Jun 12, 2023

How to Become an Expert Off Trail Navigator

May 30, 2023

How to Treat Hot Spots and Pop Hiking Blisters

May 25, 2023

What to do with part filled gas canisters?

May 15, 2023

The Benefits of Solo Backpacking: 7 Reasons Hiking Alone Is Awesome

May 01, 2023

How To Cold Soak Food While Backpacking

May 01, 2023

9 Tips to Help You Choose a Perfect Campsite Every Time

Mar 10, 2023

HYDROLOGY FOR RIVER USERS - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Mar 04, 2023

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Feb 26, 2023

ABOVE THE BUSHLINE - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Feb 09, 2023

RIVER SAFETY- MSC Bushcraft Manual

Feb 04, 2023

WEATHER - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Jan 26, 2023

How to Reduce the Weight of Your Consumables

Jan 26, 2023

NAVIGATION - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Jan 24, 2023

How Breathable are Waterproof/Breathable Winter Hiking Boots?

Jan 18, 2023

TRAMPING SKILLS - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Jan 18, 2023

HAZARDS - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Jan 17, 2023

Liquid Fuel – White Spirts Stove Guide

Jan 04, 2023

How to Bend Backpack Frame Stays

Jan 02, 2023

SHELTER - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Dec 31, 2022

Introduction to Map Layers for Backcountry Navigation

Dec 30, 2022

FOOD - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Dec 27, 2022

How to Hike at Night

Dec 26, 2022

Ultralight Backpacking Stove Guide

Dec 25, 2022

Best DEET, Picaridin, and Natural Insect Repellents: How to Choose

Dec 24, 2022

EQUIPMENT - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Dec 21, 2022

CLOTHING - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Dec 20, 2022

MANAGING RISK - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Dec 19, 2022

TRIP PLANNING - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Dec 19, 2022

Fire-lighting

Dec 18, 2022

ENVIRONMENTAL CARE - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Dec 18, 2022

Rivers and river crossing

Dec 17, 2022

Do Sock Liners Prevent Hiking Blisters?

Dec 17, 2022

Leadership

Dec 16, 2022

GOING INTO THE OUTDOORS - MSC Bushcraft Manual

Dec 15, 2022

Can You Cook Food in a Jetboil?

Dec 13, 2022

How to Cook One-Pot Backpacking Meals

Dec 11, 2022

Forget Boiling: How to Cook Pasta and Save Cooking Fuel

Dec 07, 2022

Bush Survival - MSC POD

Dec 04, 2022

Your tramping blister pack - everything you will need - First Aid

Dec 01, 2022

How to Clean a Camelbak Hydration Reservoir

Nov 30, 2022

Wool vs. Synthetic: Which is the Better Baselayer?

Nov 28, 2022

Ten Must-Know Tramping Tips for beginners

Nov 26, 2022

How Do Sleeping Pad R-Values Affect Sleeping Bag Temperature Ratings?

Nov 26, 2022

How To Wash Your Sleeping Bag

Nov 23, 2022

Modifying your Gear List for High Routes and Off Trail Hikes

Nov 23, 2022

5 Stupid Light Gear Choices That Take Ultralight Too Far

Nov 23, 2022

Why Do Hikers Ignore Hot Spots and Blisters?

Nov 23, 2022

Do You Need Insoles for Hiking Boots and Trail Runners?

Nov 10, 2022

Durston Tents - is this the future? VIDEO

Oct 27, 2022

Trekking Pole Tents: Pros and Cons

Oct 27, 2022

Why Do Waterproof/Breathable Rain Jackets Wet Out?

Aug 04, 2022

Hunting

Aug 02, 2022

Navigationally Embarrassed?

Aug 01, 2022

Wilderness medicine

Jun 11, 2022

Need to activate your PLB - Some Tips

Jan 24, 2022

Tips for keeping freight costs down when purchasing from Europe & the USA

Jan 24, 2022

Best Backpacks for Thru-Hiking of 2022

Jan 24, 2022

Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags for Thru-Hiking of 2022

Jan 05, 2022

Best Lightweight Sleeping Mats for 2021

Jan 05, 2022

Food Planning Tips for a Multi-Day Hike

Aug 23, 2021

Caring for Your Waterproof Garments

Jun 18, 2021

Enjoying the White Stuff - Snow Travel

Jun 18, 2021

Snow Shelters

May 01, 2021

What's the best tramping snack bar?

Jun 02, 2020

Multiday Tramping Activity Guide

May 19, 2020

Why Humans Totally Freak Out When They Get Lost

May 16, 2020

Wind in the Mountains

Apr 12, 2020

Everything You Need to Know About Waterproof Fabrics

Mar 18, 2020

ATC's Uncle Wacko - Sorting a Shelter

Mar 07, 2020

How to read contour lines on topographic maps.

Mar 06, 2020

How to care for your Sleeping Bag

Mar 06, 2020

Gaiters - Why wear them?

Feb 17, 2020

Navigation - Finding your way

Jan 17, 2020

Treating hypothermia

Jan 10, 2020

Safe travelling in the sub-alpine zone

Nov 02, 2019

ATC's Uncle Wacko - Tramping Advice on Clothing

Nov 02, 2019

ATC's Uncle Wacko - Food

Nov 02, 2019

ATC's Uncle Wacko - Rain Jackets

Nov 02, 2019

ATC's Uncle Wacko - Packs

Nov 02, 2019

ATC's Uncle Wacko - Sleeping Bags and Pads