Plan a first multi-day hike you can enjoy: realistic daily stages, terrain, pack weight, food, water and recovery, without trying to bank miles.
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The Beginner Hiking Shoe Questions That Actually Matter
Boots, hiking shoes or trail runners? Learn what matters for fit, grip, waterproofing and comfort, with lessons from my Coast to Coast hike.
How to Start Learning Navigation Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Learn hiking navigation one step at a time: orientate your map, read contours, match features to the ground and build confidence before adding bearings.
The Hiking Gear You Can Skip and What to Spend On Instead
Build a useful hiking kit without wasting money. Find out what beginner hikers should buy first, what can wait and where skills matter more.
You Don’t Need to Be Fast to Be a Good Hiker
Being fast does not make someone a better hiker. Learn how to find a sustainable pace, plan honestly and keep a group together.
How to Build Confidence Hiking on Your Own
Solo hiking confidence grows through preparation and experience. Start safely, practise navigation and learn how to make good decisions alone.
A Beginner’s Guide to Walking in the Rain and Actually Enjoying It
Rain does not have to ruin a hike. Here is how to choose a sensible route, stay comfortable and enjoy a wet-weather adventure.
How to Choose a Hike That Actually Matches Your Experience
Choosing the right hike means looking beyond distance. Learn how ascent, terrain, weather, skills and recent experience shape the day.
Wild Camping Isn’t Just About Finding a Pretty Spot
Some of the most obnoxious people I come across in the outdoors are people who claim to be wild camping. That might sound a bit harsh, and I know plenty of people will disagree with me. But there is something about a group taking giant tents into the wilderness, lighting a barbecue on dry grass,ContinueContinue reading “Wild Camping Isn’t Just About Finding a Pretty Spot”
When a Trail Isn’t the Right Choice Today
Most people set out on a hike with a fairly fixed idea of what the day is going to look like. The route is in the app. The snacks are packed. Somebody has already started talking about the summit. You have driven an hour and a half and the car park is definitely not whereContinueContinue reading “When a Trail Isn’t the Right Choice Today”