I am really pleased that I received the Trekkers Wool before this hike as it really made the entire experience ...

Whether you are training for an extended trek or hiking on the weekends, we’ve all felt the effects of sore ...

1. Stay calm Many moons ago, during a military first aid course, I was once told to stop and have ...

Insect repellents helps in keeping pesky blood suckers at bay. They prevent and control the outbreak of insect-borne diseases such ...

Great Walks looks at how to prevent and treat some of the common injuries and problems that may occur when ...

Foot Blister Treatment On The Trail What’s your approach to blister treatment? Do you prefer to cover your blisters or ...

Blisters can be painful and debilitating Blistered feet, pain and suffering through each step is not the way you want ...

Note: These facts about snake bites are relevant for Australian snakes species and are intended as guidelines only. There is a ...

Stretching before, during and after a hike is often something that people overlook. Personally I am not a huge believer ...

Blisters are better prevented than treated, so if you feel a hot spot on your heel, cover it immediately with ...

From Spring through to Winter it is Snake season and time to keep a constant eye out for our little slithery ...

Keeping yourself hydrated during any adventure is extremely important. If you are backpacking in the desert or snow showing in ...

If your hands swell while hiking, raise them. Hold onto your pack shoulder strap for awhile and see how that ...

Update your first aid kit. Inspect your emergency and first aid kits before each hike. Replace consumed items before you ...

Heat exhaustion can occur when you have inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids caused by physical exertion during high temperatures ...