The Australian snowfields might not be the best playground out there. Heck, half the world probably doesn’t even know that it snows out here. We’re not famous for our deep powder, towering peaks, or gnarly lines (although we’ve got a few hidden gems). What sets us apart is our backcountry community – a sanctuary for…
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Essential Gear For A Snow Camping Trip
Aside from freezing my tits off, I love everything about snow camping. From scoring sunset snowboard laps down to camp, to shovelling snow to form the perfect tent platform. Heck, some of the most unforgettable views have been enjoyed on a midnight trip to the loo in the snow. However, the idea of snow camping can…
7 Ways to Adventure in The Snow Without Skis or a Board
Experiencing the snow in Australia is unlike any other place in the world. The alpine landscape transforms when snow covers the ground, but it’s the twisted Snow gums with their iced-over limbs that truly make our country unique. Many people assume learning to ski or snowboard is the only way to enjoy the Australian Alps, but…
Top 10 Backcountry Essentials
You’ve got the ski’s/split-board, poles and climbing skins ready to go but before you eagerly race to the mountains there are a few things you need to ensure are in your pack. Dreaming of skiing steep mountain faces, knees trembling before dropping in? Maybe your fantasies are filled with fresh untouched powder, snowboarding the perfect…
Top Tips for Staying Warm when Snow Camping
Teeth-chattering, numbed fingertips and frozen solid toes all night long. No matter who you are, being freezing cold will suck the fun out of any snow trip. Whether it is backcountry skiing, split-boarding or snowshoeing, one of the most important parts of any winter adventure is keeping warm. If it is your first time heading…
Snow Camping – A Beginner’s Guide
You never forget your first. Snow camping, that is. I remember shoving my regular tent pegs into the soft snow, only to have them blown away with the slightest breeze, leaving the vestibule flapping around in the snow. I shivered in my three-season tent as the wind shook through the night, barely sleeping a wink….
Top 6 Winter Hiking Trails
With the arrival of the biggest snow storm this season, it’s time to get the winter gear out and head for the hills; literally. Before a footprint is left in the snow, it is important to evaluate the weather, the snow pack, and of course your hiking skill level. Walking in the snow not only…
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