Hiking in the Rain: How to Stay Dry and Safe
Hiking in the rain: Met Office warnings, layers and waterproofs, boots, dry bags, hypothermia and crossing rivers in spate safely.
How to Identify Trees: Leaves, Bark, Buds and Fruit
How to identify trees in British woods: leaves, bark, buds and fruit of oak, beech, birch, ash and conifers, plus poisonous yew.
Winter Camping: How to Prepare for a Night in the Cold
Winter camping explained: sleeping bag comfort ratings, mat R-values, gas in the cold, carbon monoxide, avalanche forecasts and hypothermia.
Survival Blanket: How to Use It and Which Way Round
Survival blanket guide: which side faces the body, what the research says, how to wrap a casualty, and the limits of foil blankets.
Layering System for Hiking: How to Dress for the Hills
A layering system for hiking: base layer, fleece, down or synthetic insulation, waterproof shell, and how to adjust them on the move.
Trekking Poles: How to Set the Length and Use Them Well
Trekking poles: the right length, adjusting for climbs and descents, using the straps, walking technique and what the research shows.
Emergency Water Supply: How Much to Store at Home
Emergency water supply at home: official litres per person per day, a household calculation, storage, six-monthly rotation and bleach.
Spoon Carving for Beginners: Wood, Knives and First Cuts
Spoon carving for beginners: the best green woods, straight and hook knives, carving steps, safe cuts, slow drying and food-safe oil.
Adder Bite: What to Do on the Trail and What to Avoid
Adder bite first aid on the trail: what the NHS says to do, what to avoid, warning signs, hospital antivenom and how to lower the…
How to Use a Compass With a Map in Three Steps
How to use a compass with a map: take a bearing, walk it, set the map and handle magnetic north with the Silva three-step method.
