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.
Hiking the GR20 in Corsica: Stages, Booking and Supplies
Hiking the GR20 in Corsica: the 16 stages, compulsory hut and bivouac booking, 2026 prices, resupply points and safety advice.
Wild Camping in France: Bivouac Rules, Parks and Fires
Wild camping in France: what the planning code allows, the four banned zones, national park bivouac hours and the woodland fire ban.
