Hiking Articles, Guides and Insights for Australian Hikers

Emergency blankets explained for hikers. Learn how space blankets actually work, when they help, their limits, and why they matter for exposure and first aid.

Charged by an emu near Daylesford, Victoria. What we learned about emu behaviour, risk signals and how to respond safely on the trail.

Learn what to look for when choosing a hiking compass, including accuracy, declination adjustment, durability, size, and hemisphere balance for Australia.

Hiking is a great family activity, providing physical, mental, emotional, and educational benefits. Lace up your hiking boots and explore nature together!

Hiking apps vs GPS devices explained. Compare smartphones, GPS units, and map-and-compass navigation to choose the safest option for your hikes.

Explore the pros and cons of trail navigation apps, including accuracy, offline maps, battery use, and why they should support, not replace, navigation skills.

Learn how to keep wildlife out of your pack and tent on overnight hikes in Australia, with practical food storage tips that protect animals, gear, and campsites.

Learn how to conduct a hiking risk assessment to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and develop strategies for a safe and enjoyable outdoor adventure.

Learn how to interpret trail markers, avoid false trails and pads, and stay oriented when signage disappears in Australian bushland.

Learn essential hiking skills for safe and confident walking, including navigation, self-reliance, weather awareness, first aid, and more for your next adventure.

Use the 3 Ps of hike preparation, prepping, planning and packing, to reduce risk, stay found, and handle delays or injuries on the track.

How do you test a PLB safely in Australia? Learn correct self-testing, battery checks, timing rules, and why live activation must be avoided.

Learn what catching features are and how hikers use landmarks and terrain to stay on route, confirm location, and navigate confidently on and off track.

Learn how observation improves hiking safety and navigation, helping you spot trail markers, hazards, landmarks, and stay oriented on the trail.

Learn how to hike uphill more efficiently with practical advice on pacing, posture, step length, breathing, poles, and safety for steep terrain.

Thinking about hiking while pregnant? Learn practical tips for trail choice, pacing, hydration, and safety to hike comfortably with a baby bump.

Can you hike on your period? Learn practical menstrual planning, hygiene management and safe waste handling on multi-day hikes.

Discover the comfort and sustainability of hemp underwear for your hiking adventures. Explore the benefits of WAMA hemp underwear in my review.

Should hikers pack out human waste? Learn when burial fails, why pathogens migrate, and how WAG bags protect water and wildlife.

Hiking with young children requires short distances, close supervision, and flexible planning. Learn how to manage energy, safety, and pacing on family hikes.

Why does your knee hurt when hiking? Terrain stress, downhill braking and pack load all contribute. Reduce risk through strength, pacing and load control.

The Olight Perun 2: a powerful EDC Flashlight and Headlamp for easier hiking. Carry multi-use items with this 2-in-1 combo. Check out my review.

Thinking about hiking with your baby? Learn practical tips on carriers, trail choice, packing essentials, and pacing for safe, comfortable family walks.

Discover the power of the Olight Baton 3 Pro Max – a 2500 lumens rechargeable EDC torch. Read my field test and review for all the details.