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Queenstown - A Skiing and Snowboarding Utopia
Bustling with energy and surrounded by breathtaking terrain, Queenstown is a place where skiers, snowboarders, adrenaline junkies and tourists converge to experience their slice of heaven. Since the 1950's the region has been attracting national...
A Skiers Guide to Japan
Skiing in Japan is as much of a cultural experience as it is a ski adventure. While skiers and riders usually return from Japan being amazed with the quality of snow and their experiences on the mountain, the memories of experiencing...
When in Rome
If Rome is on your bucket list, you're in for a rich cultural treat. Rome is one of the most visited cities in the world and it's not hard to see why. This impressive destination is home to globally influential art...
Top 50 Adventure Movies
If you're looking for a movie to watch but don't know where to start, we've done the hard work for you. This mammoth movie list brings together some of the most moving, chilling, inspiring and exciting adventure stories from around the world...
How To - Use The Tarp 9.0 Nine Ways
For the minimalist explorer, a tarp is arguably the most lightweight, easy-to-pack shelter. Shelter here is the operative word, however, because if you don't know how to set it up properly, you're likely not going to have a great night's sleep. Using…
How To - Understand UPF Ratings & Enhance Sun Protection
Intensive exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV) rays can cause skin damage from sunburn to skin cancer. To avoid these effects when you’re outdoors, you need to protect your skin. Clothing can help shield UV radiation, so to help you make sun-smart…
How To - Travel Easy (24 Travel Hacks To Make Life Easier On The Move)
Whether you’re a first-time traveller or you fancy yourself an overseas aficionado, a few tricks can make a world of difference to your trip. So if you’re planning on getting away overseas or interstate, try out this list of simple travel hacks we’ve…
How To - Camp Comfortably In Summer
Taking a trip into the wild during the peak of summer can get a little uncomfortable at times. The good news is, with a couple of extra additions to your packing list, you can maximise your comfort. Here are our top ideas for making the outdoors your…
How To - Hike Comfortably In Wet Weather
Rainy weather doesn't have to ruin your day out on the trails. With the right preparation and knowledge, you can keep the good times rolling even when the heavens open up. Here are our top tips for hiking in wet weather: Hacks For Hiking Comfortably In…
How To - Fill A Pack
When embarking on a hike or travel, never underestimate the importance of pack organisation. It can affect your comfort, centre of balance, back health (if worn for extended periods) and accessibility to items. Use this guide to ensure you're packing…
How To - Create Dynamic Photos Using Shutter Speed
Knowing how and when to use a different shutter speed in certain situations can help you create dynamic photos that can either speed up or slow down movement in an image. For example, running water from a waterfall can be slowed down to give it a…
How To - Shoot Into The Sun
I shoot the bulk of my work directly into the sun. I love the backlit feel, with sun rays shining through and the silhouette possibilities. I know for a lot of photographers this is their worst nightmare, especially in film days, but with the post…
How To - Create A Photo That Captures A Feeling
One thing that makes a photo ‘great’ is the ability to convey an emotion. Often, landscape photos can be beautiful but nothing more than that they can be empty with no feeling to connect the viewer. Here are some tips on how to create a shot that…
How To - Go To The Bathroom Outdoors
Getting back to nature is a beautiful thing – but what about when nature actually calls? Experienced adventurers would have their ways but for the first-timer, knowing how to relieve yourself in the wild might be a foreign concept. There’s many ways…
How To - Shoot A Subject In The Outdoors
A big part of adventure photography is knowing how to shoot a subject in the outdoors, be it a person or a product. For me, the bulk of my work comes from shooting people moving in – and connecting with – wild places. I also spend a lot of time doing…
How To - Stop Tent Condensation Build Up
Waking up to a wet sleeping bag or cold water dripping on your forehead are pretty high up there on the list of unpleasant experiences in the outdoors. You’ve bought yourself a high quality, waterproof tent – so why is this happening? It doesn’t matter…
How To - Keep Warm While Winter Camping
Snuggling around a campfire in a warm sleeping bag, hot cuppa and toasted marshmallows in hand, with the freshness of the cool winter air slowly circulating, is a truly beautiful experience. But what if you're not so snug and warm? Keeping warm is one…
How To - Choose A Tent
Your perfect tent will provide you with the right weather protection and space at a low weight. With this in mind, you should be considering the weather conditions you expect to meet and how many people you want to accommodate. Then you can compare…
How To - Choose A Pack
Choosing the right pack or bag is essential to your adventure. It will be your companion – sometimes even your house – wherever your journey takes you. Too big and you'll have too much extra weight to carry, too small and you'll never fit anything in...
How To - Choose a Sleeping Mat
Adding a sleeping mat to your outdoor gear will increase your comfort levels at night considerably. Obviously sleeping mats provide cushioning from the ground but they also play a big role in thermal insulation. Read on to learn more about the things…
How To - Keep Your Tent Clean While Camping
Keeping your tent and its surrounding area clean and tidy will make your days around the camp site much more enjoyable. With a bit of basic organisation...
How To - Choose A Jacket
Choosing the right jacket for an outdoor adventure can be difficult because of the huge range of options available to you. You'll have to consider all the technical and functional features you need for your chosen activity and destination...
How To - Plan A Road Trip
The key to a memorable and enjoyable road trip is planning well and covering your bases before the ride. Whether you're escaping for a long weekend or planning a bigger trip, there are some simple things you should check off before hitting the road...
How To - Choose Trail Running Shoes
When it comes to the outdoors, you need to use gear that suits your adventure, and this notion is even more relevant for trail running given the high performance nature of the sport...
How To - Use Hiking Pole Wrist Straps
Most hiking poles are designed with wrist straps, and knowing how to work with them will go a long way towards using your hiking poles effectively in the great outdoors...
How To - Choose A Sleeping Bag
Like with all your outdoor gear, using a sleeping bag that is fit-for-purpose will help make your outdoor adventure more comfortable, enjoyable and safe. But choosing the right sleeping bag can be tricky...
How To - Change A Hiking Pole Tip
Most hiking poles are constructed with a carbide tip at the pole end to provide greater traction on standard trails or on slippery surfaces such as ice, snow and mud. These tips can also be covered with a rubber foot for...
How To - Layer Clothing
Layering clothing is crucial for the comfort and protection of any adventurer. This simple concept allows you to make quick adjustments based on your activity level and changes in the weather. Call it an art or call it science, when the...
How To - Lace Hiking Boots
From a casual bush walk to a rugged alpine trek, there is no more important asset for hikers than their feet. To optimise the performance and comfort of your hiking boots, there are a number of methods to lacing them...
How To - Pitch A Tent
When you're setting up camp for the night, all you want is to get your tent pitched quickly so you can sit back and relax. This becomes even more crucial if bad weather has rolled in and you have to bunker down.
How To - Fit A Backpack
One of the keys to a comfortable backpack is to get a pack that is the right size for you. Your torso length - not your height - is the key measurement. Hip size can also be helpful. Follow these simple...
How To - Prevent Blisters
One little blister can mar an otherwise wonderful hiking trip. The best way to ensure your feet keep you moving forward out on the trail is blister prevention. Before heading out, ensure that you have chosen moisture wicking socks, the right shoes...
How To - Inflate An Air Sleeping Mat
There are few better feelings than waking up in the outdoors as the sun creeps up over the horizon, and the sound of birds chirping and the smell of nature fills the air. Your sleeping mat has a big impact on...
How To - Pack A Pack
When embarking on a hike or travel, never underestimate the importance of pack organisation. It can affect your comfort, centre of balance, back health if wearing for extended periods, and accessibility to items. Use this guide to ensure...
How To - Inflate A Self-Inflating Sleeping Mat
A peaceful night of rest is essential after a long day of hiking. Your sleeping mat plays a big part in whether you wake up the next day ready to hit the trails again, or feel like you've been run...
How To - Set The Height Of Hiking Poles
Your hiking poles are designed to enhance stability and provide support on a variety of trail surfaces. To get the most out of them you need your poles set at the correct height, which varies from user to user depending on...