Category: Well Being

Nursing an injury: How to stay active when hurt

Getting injured as an active person is incredibly frustrating. Depending on the injury, you could be off your favorite activity for days, weeks, or even…

Natural mosquito repellents and Zika

Doug Williams

Mosquitoes are usually attracted to bite humans by a combination of light, scent, humidity, and heat. There are many kinds of mosquito species, and they…

Avoid breaking the ice and falling into the icy water below

Doug Williams

Winter hiking comes with many challenges and hazards, one of the more serious being falling into icy water. If you are familiar with the territory…

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…

Tips to ensure the safety of your drinking water

When you find you need to use water from streams, ponds, or lakes, it is important to filter the water. This step is often missed,…

How to swim safely in the ocean

We all love going to the beach at any time of the year as long as the weather conditions allow it. What comes with the…

Dog first aid: How to help your buddy when on the trail

There are few better hiking companions than those of the four-legged variety. Our furry friends are always up for an adventure, and what’s more they…

How to survive winter when you hate the cold

There are a lot of things that you can do in the summer. Summer is easy. With the longer, warmer days you can be outside…

All you need to know before foraging for food in the wilderness

Stef Zisovska

Let’s imagine that one day you get lost in the wilderness, and you have nothing to eat. You will be okay for few days, but…

What to do if a skunk sprays you – great video too

Nature is full of all sorts of wildlife. Some of it is, of course, lovely, charming, and majestic, while other kinds not so much. One…