Working with me at Trail Hiking Australia
From time to time, I work with organisations and brands that genuinely align with the values behind Trail Hiking Australia.
This site was built as a personal project and remains something I manage directly. If I choose to collaborate, it’s because there is a clear alignment around safety, responsible recreation and respect for public land.
The goal is not volume. It’s fit.
What matters to me
Any collaboration must align with the core principles behind this site:
- Editorial independence
- Safety-first messaging
- Honest, experience-based information
- Respect for public land and shared outdoor spaces
I won’t publish content that compromises credibility or puts promotion ahead of preparedness.
The kinds of collaborations I may consider
Depending on alignment, this might include:
- Supporting safety or preparedness initiatives
- Resource sponsorship
- Long-term partnerships with values-aligned brands
- Field testing and experience-based gear reviews
- Educational or destination-based collaborations
- Speaking or community engagement opportunities
Not every opportunity is accepted. Many are declined.
Maintaining trust is more important than expanding commercial relationships.
What I don’t do
To be clear, I do not:
- Sell editorial influence
- Publish undisclosed sponsored content
- Accept pay-to-play articles or advertorials
- Prioritise promotion over safety
- Enter partnerships that conflict with community trust
These boundaries are non-negotiable.
For more detail on how the site is supported and how independence is maintained, see the Funding and Independence page.
About the community
Trail Hiking Australia has grown into a large and highly engaged Australian community of people actively planning real-world outdoor experiences.
The audience includes:
- Bushwalkers and hikers
- Multi-day trekkers
- Trail runners
- Outdoor enthusiasts seeking practical, safety-focused information
Most people here value preparation, credible advice and responsible participation in the outdoors.
Community reach
If collaboration is appropriate, it may extend across:
- Threads
- X
- Monthly email newsletter
- Hiking groups and community events
Current audience figures are available on request.
Get in touch
If you believe your organisation aligns with the purpose and values behind Trail Hiking Australia, feel free to get in touch and outline what you have in mind.
Darren Edwards
Founder and developer of Trail Hiking Australia
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