When shit happens: Reflections from a PLB rescue in the Budawangs
Shit happens. It doesn’t matter how experienced or knowledgeable you are. When you put...
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Tag: safety
How dehydrated are you? Tips for staying hydrated on the trail
I’m usually pretty good at gauging my own hydration levels (and keeping myself hydrated),...
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PLB Hire: Enjoy the wilderness more safely with an emergency beacon from Bushwalking Blog
Notice anything different on Bushwalking Blog? Over there in the sidebar perhaps? Yep,...
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Being Fire Ready: How to stay safe when camping or hiking in bushfire season
“The frequency of days when extreme fire danger threatens will increase by up to 25 per...
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An Aussie hiker’s greatest fear: What happens if you’re bitten by a snake?
What’s the one thing that people fear most when they head into the Australian bush, whether...
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1946 US Forest Service advice still rings true for hikers
In 2012 we have access to all manner of technology that can help keep us safe when...
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Stay safe from slithering snakes this summer: Advice for avoiding snake bites while hiking
You are more likely to be struck by lightning than you are to die from a snake-bite. Seriously. I...
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