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Review: Powerall Deluxe portable power bank, jump starter and LED flashlight
There’s nothing quite like disconnecting when you spend time in nature. I make the effort to do so as much as I can and you should, too. However, sometimes I need my gadgets. Whether it’s because I’ve...
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An Otways Long Weekend – Part 1: Exploring Cape Otway and surrounds
Hiking to Parker Inlet via Stringybark Track The wind batters our tired faces as we stretch our legs on Stringybark Track, ascending Parker Hill. “This is already a good little walk, isn’t it Neil?”...
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An Otways Long Weekend – Part 2: Otway Fly Treetop Walk & Zipline
Ziplining at Otway Fly Treetop Adventures “Mum, you and I are gonna be tree top fairies!” We’re about to walk through the doors of the Otway Fly Visitor Center and we’re resigned to the fact that...
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An Otways Long Weekend – Part 3: E-biking, platypus spotting, and Carisbrook...
E-biking the Old Beechy Rail Trail “Now, let’s just give you a go on this little bike,” Nathan says. “If I’m satisfied and your parents are satisfied that you can do it, we can head off. Otherwise,...
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Review: Arctic Yowie multi-function headwear
I feel the cold. Compared to Neil, who is generally fine in pants and a jumper no matter how cold it gets, I’m a human iceblock. I shiver and shake when the temp drops below 20 degrees. And, boy, do I...
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Why do I hike? An Aussie hiking and camping blogger reflects
There are many reasons why people hike and camp, and what they get out of both outdoor activities. Most do it because they enjoy it and want to see and explore different places of their own country, as...
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Review: The Laydle inflatable couch is as comfy as it looks
Hammocks are the ultimate in bush comfort, but you don’t always have two trees to tie them to. That’s where the Laydle inflatable couch comes in. I’ve seen a few similar products come on the market...
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Noticed anything different? Introducing The Bushwalking Blog v3.0
Welcome to version 3.0 of The Bushwalking Blog. Okay, it’s still a work in progress, but it’s looking good already if I do say so myself. “Wait, did you say THE Bushwalking Blog?” I hear you ask....
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Great Ocean Road Walking guide book now available
Over the last 3 years, I’ve been working on co-authoring a hiking guidebook for the Great Ocean Road. Now it’s finally available for purchase. Since I love you guys, I’ll level with you and tell you...
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Hiking Pigeon House Mountain (Didthul): Baptism by fire
Stopping for the views en route to Pigeon House Mountain “Seemed like a good idea at the time, didn’t it fellas?” We agree, having a chuckle, but then cursing this group of clearly much fitter walkers...
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The 4 best places to see glow worms on the Great Ocean Road
Glow worm strands By Eden Pictures, on flickr Growing up with so much American television and literature, I remember being fascinated by stories of kids chasing fireflies. Like, what kind of magical...
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Review: The BottleKeeper, because there’s not always someone to “hold my...
What would a camping trip be without hiking beer? (Okay, so hiking is actually pretty essential for me but man, I love my beer.) Even on a day out at the beach, a couple of cold beers can make all the...
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Review: Fitbit Alta Fitness Tracker – Stylish if not entirely accurate
I have always wanted a Fitbit, for a whole bunch of reasons. I feel like a Fitbit will inspire me to exercise more and to work more incidental activity into my day. I like geeky things, so I...
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Kosciuszko National Park: A weekend at Boali Lodge in Thredbo – Part 1
The Mount Kosciuszko Summit Hike “You might want to pack an extra layer if you’ve got one. There’s 70-kilometre winds up there.” This is not what you want to hear from the person at the Kosciuszko...
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Kosciuszko National Park: A weekend at Boali Lodge in Thredbo – Part 2
The Kosciuszko Waterfall Walk There are few things that make me feel as at peace as running water. I’m sitting on a granite slab in the sunshine, at the foot of the unnamed waterfall which is the...
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An Otways Long Weekend – Part 2: Otway Fly Treetop Walk & Zipline
Ziplining at Otway Fly Treetop Adventures “Mum, you and I are gonna be tree top fairies!” We’re about to walk through the doors of the Otway Fly Visitor Center and we’re resigned to the fact that...
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An Otways Long Weekend – Part 3: E-biking, platypus spotting, and Carisbrook...
E-biking the Old Beechy Rail Trail “Now, let’s just give you a go on this little bike,” Nathan says. “If I’m satisfied and your parents are satisfied that you can do it, we can head off. Otherwise,...
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Review: Arctic Yowie multi-function headwear
I feel the cold. Compared to Neil, who is generally fine in pants and a jumper no matter how cold it gets, I’m a human iceblock. I shiver and shake when the temp drops below 20 degrees. And, boy, do I...
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Why do I hike? An Aussie hiking and camping blogger reflects
There are many reasons why people hike and camp, and what they get out of both outdoor activities. Most do it because they enjoy it and want to see and explore different places of their own country, as...
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Review: The Laydle inflatable couch is as comfy as it looks
Hammocks are the ultimate in bush comfort, but you don’t always have two trees to tie them to. That’s where the Laydle inflatable couch comes in. I’ve seen a few similar products come on the market...
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