Category: Travel
10 of the oldest and biggest trees in the world
Trees have been around for millions of years and are the extremely important to almost all animal life on Earth, as they produce oxygen for…
Poisonous plants you should avoid at all costs
Identifying poisonous plants is vital for someone in a survival situation. Being able to recognize what plants are dangerous for you is as important as…
How to Plan your First Cycle Touring Adventure
So you want to have a go at cycle touring? You’re not alone, but many people fall at the first hurdle. It sounds like a…
Useful tips on finding water in the desert
There are at least two places where you don’t want to be without water – a swimming pool on a hot summer day and a…
Travel blogging – why you should write while on the road
Travel blogging may seem a little narcissistic. But if you don’t record your adventures, in a couple of years you’ll look back on where you’ve…
Living in your car – Traveler’s guide to successful car living
Whether you are planning to quit your day job and get on the road or are taking the summer to explore, living in your car…
Gift ideas for adventure travelers
So, you have always wanted to buy the perfect gift for your best friend, they’re an active traveler so it would be good to get…
Guide to backpacking with a baby
Just because you started a family does not mean you have to give up your hobbies. Companies such as REI and Osprey have created wonderful…
A camping coffee maker: the best ways to brew in the backcountry
Most of us are pretty well addicted to caffeine, and that’s ok. There’s nothing like a good cup of coffee in the morning while you…
Survival planning and survival kits for beginners
To plan for your survival doesn’t mean something bad will necessarily happen when you’re out adventuring, but it’s being prepared which is often enough to…