Category: Kit & Equipment
How to ensure dry gear in extended wet weather
Finding out that you have not one single dry piece of clothing after a long hike in the rain can be pretty upsetting. No matter whether…
Using light line and stealth for productive fishing
When it comes to fishing, there is undoubtedly a plethora of rules and tried & tested principles that are regularly recommended to beginners. However, there…
How to make your dog your best hiking companion
Those of us who are both outdoorsy and dog lovers experience pure joy when the two passions can be combined. But if you haven’t taken…
Basics on how to read a map while in the wilderness
From the moment you step into the forest, you can forget about all the technological gadgets you have. Why? Because you can’t rely on them. Knowing…
Survival skills from ‘Adventure Merchants’
‘Adventure Merchants’ is the brainchild of Paul Evans, an Englishman now living in Melbourne. His company offers caving, kayaking, and climbing trips. He also takes…
How to choose the best camp cookware set
I’ll bet your camp cook set is a ragtag, thrown together an assortment of random equipment. Heck, I’d even bet part of your kit came…
Top 10 noteworthy knife companies
We need to start by saying that it is extremely hard to generalize about an entire brand, especially in the world of knives. There are…
How to pick the best camping knife
Finding the best camping knife is about more than just convenience, it’s about wilderness safety. If you don’t have a good blade on your belt,…
How to shop for the perfect sleeping bag
Camping is one of the best activities that you can possibly do in the outdoors, but it will never work out well if you don’t…
Making your own outdoor gear
Shopping for outdoor gear can be frustrating for multiple reasons. Much of it has a price tag that will send us running for the hills…