by Paula Goude | Apr 18, 2018 | Hiking, Mountaineering
Some might say I’m a little obsessed when it comes to trig points. I photograph them, I photograph myself at them, I photograph the little plaque that’s on them, I deviate from routes because there’s one nearby and I can’t miss it out. So I...
by Paula Goude | Mar 12, 2018 | Duke of Edinburgh Award, Hiking
The Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme is open to young people between 14 and 24 years of age. It runs throughout the UK and across the world. There are three levels – Bronze, Silver and Gold. Each level comprises of four sections – volunteering,...
by Michael Goude | Dec 12, 2017 | Canoeing, High Altitude, Kit, Mountaineering, Navigation
It’s the 12th day of our 12 Gifts of Christmas. When I was asked what my absolute MUST HAVE piece of kit was, I have to admit I struggled. To get it down to one item? That’s really difficult. But when I thought about it some more, thought about hiking...
by Michael Goude | Dec 6, 2017 | Hiking, Kit, Mountaineering
We featured the Silva Expedition 4 Compass on Day 3, and we always recommend that you take a map and compass (and know how to use them) when you head into the hills. That said, we believe there is still room for technology and a good GPS unit is a great addition to...
by Michael Goude | Dec 2, 2017 | Hiking, Kit, Navigation
It’s day 3 of our 12 Gifts of Christmas and where would we be without our trusted compass? Yes, we have a GPS that we take out on the hill with us, but we never go without a map and compass too. You can never be sure that the battery will last or the...
