Survival myths vs reality
Common survival myths can lead hikers into dangerous decisions. Learn what actually keeps you alive in the bush and how to prioritise real risks.
When Family Hiking Doesn’t Make Sense (and That’s OK)
Family hiking isn’t always the right choice. Learn when to postpone, shorten, or skip a hike to protect safety and long-term enjoyment.
Hiking with Older Kids Older Kids and Teenagers
Hiking with teenagers means balancing independence and safety. Learn how to manage pace, responsibility, and risk when hiking with older kids.
Incident Management for Hikers: A Practical Framework
What is incident management for hikers? Use a practical framework for prevention, emergency response, and recovery to reduce risk in Australian conditions.
Ultimate A-Z Glossary of Hiking Terms
Welcome to the ultimate A-Z glossary of hiking terms from Trail Hiking Australia. This comprehensive glossary is your go-to resource for demystifying the jargon of the trail.
What to Do if a Child Becomes Separated on a Hike
If a child becomes separated on a hike, early action matters. Learn what to do, when to search, and when to call 000 in Australia.
Hiking with Kids: Planning, Safety and Shared Responsibility
Planning a hike with kids requires careful decisions around safety, pacing, and suitability. Learn how to prepare for safe, enjoyable family hikes.
Why Improvisation is Crucial for Hiking: Adapting to the Unexpected
Discover why improvisation is a vital hiking skill. Learn how adapting to unexpected situations like weather, injuries, and gear failures can keep you safe and successful.
The Importance of Preparedness: Why Hiking Readiness Matters
Learn why hiking readiness and self-reliance matter. Discover why relying on PLBs alone isn’t enough and how planning can prevent incidents and save lives.
Understanding different hiking styles and outdoor safety
Explore common hiking styles, the safety risks linked to each, and how better planning, skills, and judgement can reduce injuries and getting lost.
Planning Multi-Day Hikes in Australia: Navigation, Water, Food, Camps and Risk
How do you plan a multi-day hike? Cover navigation, water, food, camps, permits, check-ins and risk controls so your route is realistic and safe.
Planning an overnight hike: Stepping beyond the day trip
Planning an overnight hike in Australia? Learn how to manage load, food, water, navigation, and risk for a safe and rewarding 24-hour adventure.
Planning a day hike: A guide to day trip preparation
Planning a day hike? This guide outlines key steps to help you head out on your day adventure. Feel confident and comfortable with your level of preparation.
Choosing the Right Hike: Circuit, Return or One-Way Routes Explained
Not sure which hike format to choose? Learn the pros and planning considerations of circuit, return and one-way hikes in Australia.
Beyond the Headlines: What Bushwalking Incidents Teach Us About Safety
Bushwalking incidents offer valuable lessons. Learn how preparation, weather awareness and better judgement reduce risk on Australian trails.
PLBs: Safety nets, not shortcuts – Why self-reliance matters
Every hiker should carry their own PLB. Learn why personal locator beacons are safety nets, not shortcuts, and why self-reliance still matters most.
Australian Walking Track Grading System (AWTGS)
Understand the Australian Walking Track Grading System (AWTGS) and what each grade means for distance, terrain, signage and experience.
The Stages of Search and Rescue in Australia
Explore the complexity of bush search and rescue in Australia. Learn about key players, the coordination process, and how responsible preparation ensures safety.
What to do when a group member becomes lost hiking
Learn what to do when a group member becomes lost while hiking, including immediate actions, communication, and when to contact emergency services.
Working with helicopters in search and rescue
When should helicopters be used in search and rescue for hikers? Learn how to stay safe around landing, winching, and ground operations in Australia.
