Tag Archives: gear

What to Wear in The Wilderness

Posted on 02/05/2016 by TeaGlutton

When you step into the wilderness, you want to be comfortable. Bushwalking can be strenuous enough without the added barrier of discomfort. There is a simple way that you can reduce discomfort, especially when it comes to your clothing – layers. … Continue reading →

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Top Tips to Make Your Gear Last Longer

Posted on 02/04/2016 by TeaGlutton

This is a sponsored post which was written by the Team at Bogong Equipment. Bogong Equipment is an independently owned Australian outdoor equipment store located in Melbourne. Bogong Equipment have paid me to have this post on my website.  Rock climbing is certainly a … Continue reading →

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SIX Maps – The best online maps for Bushwalking in NSW

Posted on 13/02/2016 by TeaGlutton

Often when I plan a walk I like to view the maps online – everything is at your fingertips (maps, an outline of the track and track notes to name a few). Many people have maps that they can view … Continue reading →

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My 5 Favourite Aussie Bushwalking Bloggers

Posted on 02/11/2015 by TeaGlutton

There are a few factors that contributed to me deciding to start this blog; my love for the bush, my being injured, and inspiration from other blogs. Before I started writing, I really only followed one blog; Lotsafreshair. Since I took … Continue reading →

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Gear Review: Black Diamond “Icon” LED Headlamp

Posted on 16/10/2015 by TeaGlutton

I recently acquired the Black Diamond “Icon” LED Headlamp which I ordered online. Up until now I have been using my Wolf Eyes hand torch, which is fantastic but takes away the use of one of my hands plus it doesn’t take … Continue reading →

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My Favourite Short Walking Tracks – Part 1

Posted on 24/09/2015 by TeaGlutton

Since living in the Blue Mountains I have completed a number of tracks. I am still exploring and finding new walks, but there are a few that I just keep going back to. The walks I do keep going back … Continue reading →

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I’m Itching to Get Out There!

Posted on 11/09/2015 by TeaGlutton

Well, it’s now been about 10 weeks since my accident and my last real outdoors activity. Since my accident I have been unable to do any real outdoors activity. In about 2 weeks I will hopefully at least get my brace off … Continue reading →

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Gear Review: Merrell Moab Gore-Tex Mid Hiking Boots

Posted on 09/09/2015 by TeaGlutton

A large portion of my earlier walks were done wearing joggers. Realistically joggers are fine, but due to the sheer amount of walking I do and the often rugged terrain, I wanted something more. I wanted support for my ankles, … Continue reading →

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Springwood to Faulconbridge (via Sassafras Gully)

Posted on 11/08/2015 by TeaGlutton

On 23 June 2015 I set out to do a short bushwalk from Faulconbridge to Springwood  (via Sassafras Gully). It was my first time doing the track and I planned to drive into Springwood, catch the train to Faulconbridge and … Continue reading →

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5 Common Photography Mistakes Made by Bushwalkers

Posted on 06/08/2015 by TeaGlutton

The most common type of shots that bushwalkers take are landscapes. As a new photographer I have made plenty of mistakes, but I found many of my friends who are new to photography also made the same mistakes. I am going … Continue reading →

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