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What Every New Backpacker Ought To Know
I have been backpacking now for some time and it dawned on me how much I have learned over this time. If you are new to backpacking (not necessarily with a tent, but general backpacking), then here are my top five tips to get you started. #1 – Find a Rucksack That Fits You Properly There…
Read MoreSkinny Dipping and Spin the Bottle are on My MicroAdventure List for 2019!
In 2020, all being well, I will be walking the Japanese Camino called the Kumano Kodo to experience the 88 temples that represent different aspects of life. But that is over a year away so what will I do for my adventure kicks in 2019? A frown appears on my face as I realise that…
Read MoreEven Keen Walkers Can’t Be Bothered To Venture Outdoors Sometimes!
I was sitting in the comfort of my nice warm house on Thursday evening thinking “it’s cold, it has been raining all day, and I really can’t be bothered to go out for a walk tonight”. I was receiving Facebook messages and text messages to say that people were not coming along for one…
Read MoreThe Perfect Christmas Gifts for The Walker In Your Life
If you know a keen walker or you are friends with someone who would like to do more walking in 2019, why not buy then a Christmas gift to suit their hobby? If you know me, then you know that I like my walking gadgets! If this was a list of Christmas gifts for the…
Read MoreHow to Live Adventurously Every Day
One of my past-times is to indulge in YouTube videos. I watch all sorts of videos from people who have accomplished amazing things in their lives, to gear reviews and personal development. I may watch the story of someone climbing Everest or walking the Pacific Crest Trail, or even rowing the English Channel. I am…
Read MoreFive Amazing Reasons Why I Love Geocaching
During our Adventure Geek walk on Monday evening, I got chatting to a fellow walker from Spain. I am not sure how the conversation arose but I soon found myself talking about another outdoor hobby of mine which is geocaching. I thought most people knew about this hobby as it has been around since 2002,…
Read MoreNew Camping Gear for the Camino Ingles Route
As some of you may know, I am heading back to Spain in October 2018 to walk the Camino Ingles (English Way). I will be walking from the old landing steps at Ferrol in Northern Spain to the Cathedral in Santiago. This route walks along the coast and then through the beautiful green landscape of the…
Read More10 Essentials That You Should Always Take On Any Walk
Whether you are out for the day on a long hike, or you are joining your local walking club for a short 3-mile saunter across the local fields, there are ten key essentials that should be with you at all times. The motivation for this blog came about as I got caught out a few…
Read MoreWhat Was That App That You Use For Local Walks?
After yet another message on Facebook asking me “What was that app you used for the walks, Julia?” I thought it was about time that I told everyone my secret as to how I find new walks in my local area. I am keen to walk at least one brand new 3-5 mile walk every…
Read MoreTen Multipurpose Backpacking Items That Help Reduce Your Pack Weight
The old saying “work smarter, not harder” is not just a good motto to live by when working in a regular job, but it also comes in handy when out of the trail. As many of you will know, I am a complete geek when it comes to gadgets and gismo’s but there are some…
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