Introduction, or “is it safe in the woods at night?” If you are planning to spend your first night in the woods, you may well be a tiny bit scared and not quite sure what to expect. A whole heap of films has been made on the subject, mostly horror films. Hardly any of them… Read More »

How to make a torch? The torch is one of the oldest portable light sources used by humans. These days we have a great many ways of lighting up the dark. All sorts of battery torches, chemical light sources (chemiluminescent ones, the so-called light sticks) and even the torch built into a mobile phone. But… Read More »

If you are planning a camping trip, alone or with company, you are probably wondering how to sort out shelter and a place to sleep. For a solo hiker the obvious answer seems to be a lightweight one-person tent. It is not always the best option, though. You have at least 2 more options to… Read More »

Water is one of the most important building blocks of our body Water makes up as much as around 60% of an adult’s body weight, and in a newborn baby close to 80%1. Dehydration sets in when the body uses up more water than we give it. The most common causes of dehydration are physical exertion,… Read More »

What food should you take on a hike in the mountains? Food in the mountains, as on any longer trip, is really important. On a strenuous hike your need for energy goes up considerably. The right food will keep you in good shape and give you the strength and energy to carry on. When your… Read More »