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Personal Hygiene : How to keep Clean on Outdoor Adventures
Toilet Paper or Wet Wipes ??? Wet wipes are the best innovation for personal hygiene and gentle on your bitsduring events and adventures.Some brands are very eco-friendly, for example; My Happy Planet’s GenieWipes –are 100%biodegradable and best of all, they’re totally plastic free.Toilet paper is light but bulky and must be protected from getting wet; no onewants soggy tissues. As with all supplies you carry with you, they are rationed;you are issued 3 sheets per dump: one up, one down and one too polish!Opus Genie Wipes are tiny pellets that take up almost no space, light and easyto carry in your pocket or bag. However, when you add just a…
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The Woodsman ‘Survival’ Knife
I, Roger Harrington, designed the Woodsman Knife in 1999 to fullfil my needs as a Bushcraft/Survival instructor. I was still serving in the reserve forces at the time teaching in both civilian life ( As Bison Bushcraft ) and in my military role. I needed a strong bushcraft knife that wasn’t the overkill of issued military blades. It had to be something capable of the fine detail needed for bushcraft projects, but still be able to cope with heavy duty work. I settled on 4mm thick blade stock not only for strength but the ability to split wood. The Scandinavian grind profile at 27 degrees Is both stable and strong…
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Camping / Equipment & Accessories, Climbing / Caving, Critical items you ‘Need’ to Survive an Adventure, Marine, Mountaineering, My Blog
Strong and Versatile Cordage: Essential Ropes for Every Adventure
Cordage has endless potential uses… It is a must-have for every adventure, from a day’s hiking or the rigours of long expeditions into the wilderness with all the necessary quality requirements – “Strength, Flexibility, Durability and Lightweight”. There are so many versatile rope applications that will come in handy during family camping holiday, on a day’s hiking, sailing or out in the remote wilderness; on occasions it is the survivalist best pal…. Examples of Top Uses for Versatile Cordage Shelter Construction: Cordage is essential for building and securing shelters, whether it’s tying down a tarp, lashing together branches for a lean-to, or creating a ridge line for a tent. Camping and Hiking:…
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A Sleeping Bag: The Best when ‘Sleeping under the Stars’.
An average person can survive up to 3 Hours outside of the body’s core temperature** Choosing the right sleeping bag is like picking the perfect companion for your adventures. With a plethora of styles, sizes, and features available, it becomes a deeply personal decision tailored to your preferences and needs. There’s a diverse range of options, from singles to doubles, square-shaped to snug mummy designs, each crafted to cater to specific requirements. Some boast water-resistant materials, others feature antibacterial fabrics, and a few even come equipped with built-in mosquito nets, offering not just comfort but also protection. From camping under the stars to luxurious glamping, from navigating the Arctic’s chill…
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Insect Repellent Clothing: Stay Protected from Bugs and Comfortable Outdoors
Anti-Insect Bite Clothing Based on my own experience I support Craghoppers anti-insect bite clothing range. NosiLife is a treatment built into the fabric that offers defence from the worries of irritating insect bites; also reducing the possibility of infection and contracting diseases. Anti-insect bite clothing gives campers, trekkers and adventurers peace of mind and the opportunity to enjoy travel anywhere! Scottish Midges feasted on me. #livealifetodiefor #MoreThanMyPast #itsrogerx
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Safety and Rescue Knife: The Ultimate Survival Tool for Any Emergency
The Safety Rescue knives are an essential safety tool to carry with you on the water. How a Rescue Knife Can Save Your Life; Whether tangled in rope or needing to be released urgently, it can cut you or a companion out of danger. The compact Rapid Ti has a corrosion resistant Titanium blade with one serrated edge and one smooth edge that incorporates a line cutter into the blade. The blade is blunt ended for safety which makes it an ideal compact rescue knife. The moulded handle is fitted with a metal shank at the base which can be attached to a lanyard and comes supplied with a high…
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Critical items you ‘Need’ to Survive an Adventure, Electronics / Navigation, Electronics / Security, My Blog
LED Flashlight: The Most Powerful Hand-Held Beam
Every Adventurer and Survivalist, be it a Trekker, Backpacker, or Climber, relies on this essential tool to navigate the unexpected and unplanned challenges that darkness brings. A compact hand-held LED flashlight, engineered to be powerful, rugged, and water-resistant, exceeds expectations by brilliantly illuminating vast areas. If your running late and dusk is closing in, your Flashlight will certainly help you set up camp, find the WC or walking the dog. They work in so many different situations and exhibit a better battery life. A LED Flashlight / Torch is an crucial survival tool – it gives benefits beyond ‘Light’ High-powered , LED Flashlights the Magnum with a long, spot beam reaching…
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Critical items you ‘Need’ to Survive an Adventure, Electronics / Navigation, Electronics / Security, My Blog
Head Torch: Best Hands-Free, High Powered and Reliable
LED Head Torch is essential…“You need to ‘see’ where you’re going”. During any Adventure, whether a Hiker, Trekker, Climber, Angler or an experienced Survivalist; when nightfall’s your biggest threat is poor visibility! One of the most essential pieces of gear I highly recommend for your adventures is a quality rechargeable LED head torch. It provides extra security by illuminating the path ahead, giving you peace of mind. Lightweight and comfortable, it’s perfect for any journey. In the dark, your led head torch will reveal unseen obstacles & avoid accidents, assist you navigating after dark and survive a wilderness adventure. On a Multi-day expedition / events I take a spare… A head torch…
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The Pulk : Ideal Sled for Thrilling Cold-Weather Adventures
The Pulk is a Nordic short, low-slung small sled used in frozen Arctic conditions for transporting all your gear. When we set off from Resolute,on Resolute Bay, (74° 43’ N and 94° 53’ W), in the territory of Nunavut, Canada, to walk/ski for 648 km (403 miles), pulling our food and equipment on an Aiguille pulk, bound for the Magnetic North Pole. My body harness was attached by rope and bungee cord to a heavy load with no braking system, the pulk was remarkably stable whilst being manhandled over sea ice rubble! The Aiguille Expedition Pulks are a simple and bombproof, with easily adaptable hauling systems and has a load carrying capability of up to 100 kg ; designed to perform to below…
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Rain Ponchos: Ideal for Staying Dry in Any Weather
The ‘Understated’ Rain Poncho is an ideal choice to carry on your adventures whether hiking, camping, fishing or braving a music festival. I favour the Highlander Adventure Hooded Poncho it’s extremely versatile, simply pull it out of your pack and protect yourself against heavy rain. It’s a tough, lightweight, waterproof poncho that can be used again and again. Not only is it a poncho but also doubles up as an emergency shelter. With its built in eyelets, it can be pegged down or fixed between trees to provide a short term shelter. Being loose-fitting it offers good ventilation; which is important when you’re exploring hot-humid, rainy climates. On cold and wet…
