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When you’re choosing which images to share with your world, think about what impact you may unintentionally be causing to the environment. I’ve decided what I’ll do to reduce my footprint on the places I love. It’s up to all of us to play our part so please consider what you’ll do.

The outdoors can be fun and exciting, especially with your children. If you like hiking, you can share that experience with your family. However, hiking with kids takes a lot of planning and consideration.

Victoria’s Alpine National Park (ANP), with its powerful, spectacular, and distinctive landscape. It is vital we raise our collective voices to have the $34M Falls to Hotham Crossing development reconsidered before it is too late.

If you hike often, there are undoubtably moments where you catch yourself wishing your furry goofball was by your side. Hiking with your dog can be great fun both for pet parents and canine companions alike.

Five common mistakes first-time hikers make when dealing with Australian snakes, and what to do instead to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the Australian wilderness.

The tragic events of the past few months, and the loss of many of our treasured places and trails to the ruthless power of the fires have left many of us deeply affected. In the wake of tragedy the passion lives on.

Most likely, you already have a camera, whether you opted for a mirrorless camera or a DSLR, above all, you’ll need a good lens. But how much zoom is enough, and what features should you be looking for?

Next time you are planning a hike, think of your safety first and foremost and if you are uncertain about your own abilities then know what to Look for in a Reputable Tour Operator.

Melbourne is the Perfect Base for a Hiking Trip as it stands out even among other Australian destinations frequented by outdoor adventurers.

Going on a long hiking trail is fun and exciting. You and your friends can get to see a lot of things during the adventure. Plus, you reap the benefits of strenuous physical activity as you hike towards your destination.

Whatever your interests, there are plenty of things to see and do in the Riverina. From camping and fishing to bushwalking and hiking, the Riverina is bursting with outdoor activities for the whole family to enjoy.

One of the main advantages of cooking on an open fire is that you do not need to be a chef to master it. In fact, the BBQ industry is thriving as the home cooks playground.

If you are looking to join a meetup hiking group or bushwalking club, select the right club or group and you enjoy getting into the wilderness.

With the opportunity to end up so far from civilisation, hikers in Australia should take extra precaution to prepare for the worst. Even if you love to pack light, there are a few essential items which won’t take up much space, but could be a life-saver.

We all know that regular exercise is good for the body. Playing a sport, hiking, jogging, cycling or even just walking to work all have physical benefits.

Are you finding things a bit tough? Many of us experience some form of mental health challenge at some point in life, sadly, it is just part of being human. …

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Nature healing for depression, anxiety and stress. Bottom line: go outside, enjoy natural beauty, and feel better, mind body and soul.

As you would expect, hiking is a great way to get in touch with nature and to get a bit of exercise as you explore. Here’s a detailed overview to help you discover the benefits of hiking.

Part of the challenge when planning a hike is to understand the Trail Access and Features that relate to any given hike. When you return from a hike, don’t forget to update the conditions so that the hiking community can benefit from your recent experience.

Michael G Lee was an avid nature enthusiast, hiker, swimmer and cyclist. He claimed he had hiked up 50 mountains in his time. On the 3rd June 2018, after a loving, spiritual and adventurous life, Michael passed away peacefully.

Falls to Hotham Track Impacts Grow as Parks Victoria has released its final Master Plan for the Falls to Hotham Alpine Crossing: a five day serviced hiking opportunity catering for ‘comfort in nature’ seekers in Victoria’s Alpine National Park. Have your Say before it is too late.

A mounting backlash to Tasmania’s green tourism boom has prompted warnings that cruise ship access and charter flights will have to be limited and charges for visiting national parks hiked. Green shoe brigade branded Tasmania’s new loggers.

Boasting a total land mass of an incredible 7.69 million square kilometres, Australia is truly massive. This is one of the reasons why some of its remote internal regions have yet to be fully explored.

Bushwalking Victoria has analysed the AAAS Core and Bushwalking Standards and consider that most of the content is either not relevant to or far exceeds the needs of volunteer bushwalking activities.

The tourism industry is assuming control of our national parks. But neither Parks Victoria, the environment department (DELWP), or the Environment Minister appear to have any say in this process, even though they alone have clear responsibility for the park under Victorian law. So Who’s in Charge?

Many walkers are under the misconception that huts are there to be used as accommodation. This is not correct. Please and follow read the code of conduct.

Cinamon Fungus or Dieback is an exotic disease of our forests affecting over 900 species of native plants including banksias, blackboys, zamia palms, snottygobbles, emu bushes, sheoaks, hakeas, dryandras, heaths and jarrah.

Registered members of the community can quickly and easily add any hike to their personalised list of favourites and then mark them as complete.

Escaping into nature for a hike doesn’t just feel good physically. Scientists have found that it also positively affects our brains.

Dreaming of your next adventure? Whether it’s travelling domestically, exploring abroad, embarking on a cruise or getting ready for a backpacker expedition, there is one thing all travellers must consider — travel insurance.

Some people go on holiday to relax in the sun. Others prefer to spend their holidays exploring, and taking on new adventure activities. Apparently, there are five types of global minds you’ll meet abroad – including the explorer, who simply loves to travel the globe, and seek out foreign shores.

In a world of technical brilliance it is remarkable that the performance of certain natural products have not been surpassed. Despite advances in modern fibre technology, down is still the …

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Due to the Australia’s isolation from other continents, it nurtured a wealth of unique animal and plant species. One popular endeavours to appreciate the beauty of our landscape is going on trails on horseback.

Are you heading to central Australia and are thinking about camping in a desert? Are you aware of these desert camping tips before travelling?

Have you ever taken your kids on an overnight hike? It is not ‘mission impossible’, but does need some careful planning with regard to the gear that is used and the weight children can be expected to carry easily.

What I love about hiking in Victoria is that all of this is right on our doorstep, just waiting to be explored. Here are my favourite overnight hikes close to Melbourne (well close enough to Melbourne).

Victoria, Australia’s second-smallest state really packs a punch when it comes to strapping on your boots and hitting the trail. Rewards are both diverse and plentiful for the increasing number of outdoor enthusiast seeking to experience Victoria on foot.

Safety standards shouldn’t change just because you cross a state border. That is why state outdoors bodies have come together to develop a single set of national standards for outdoors adventure activities. What do they mean for recreational hikers?