Building a Sleep System Author: Wildfire Sports & Trek Date Posted: 21 August 2024 Your sleep system can make or break a camping trip. We run through the basics of selecting your first mat, bag, pillow and liner to set yourself up for a comfortable night's sleep. Read more...
Compass 101 Author: Wildfire Sports & Trek Date Posted: 10 April 2024 Knowing how to use a compass and read a map is a very useful skill and especially important when hiking in areas unknown to you or your companions. Keep yourself on track when hiking by levelling up your compass reading ability. Read more...
GEAR CHECKLIST: Multiday Hikes Date Posted: 24 February 2023 Packing for long treks is quite the task. Carrying too much and not carrying enough both pose huge risks. Finding the packing sweet spot requires a ton of experience. That’s where we come in. Read more...
GEAR CHECKLIST: Outdoor Sport Climbing Date Posted: 1 February 2023 Staff member Shaun has been climbing outdoors for 11 years and has worked as a climbing instructor for two years. Here's his checklist of gear, complete with explanations, alternatives and his own personal preferences. Read more...
