Outdoors
Get into motocross
Posted on April 4, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
For adrenalin junkies or lovers of extreme sports, motocross can be the ideal hobby. One of the most popular off-road motorised sports, motocross is both exciting and extremely competitive. It is important to remember that motocross can be a potentially dangerous sport due to…
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Get fit with fencing
Posted on April 4, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Fencing is a sport with a strong connection to European history. It is essentially a modern interpretation of traditional European sword fighting, which can be conducted both indoors and outdoors. Fencing is taught in three categories – Foil, Épée and Sabre.…
A guide to treating heat rash
Posted on April 4, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Heat rash, or prickly heat, is a red or pink rash that occurs when sweat ducts or hair follicles become blocked and swell. It usually occurs when the body is unable to perspire adequately and can be very uncomfortable and itchy. The rash is often a result of excessive sweating caused by hot…
How to catch prawns
Posted on April 4, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
When it comes to Australia’s favourite seafood, prawns could be top of the list. Hot fresh off the barbecue or cool and smothered in your favourite sauce, they accompany a great deal of events and family gatherings. Catching your own prawns is not as…
Bike safety at night
Posted on April 4, 2012 | COMMENTS (4)
For passionate cyclists, riding at night-time is a common occurrence but it can also be dangerous. With the possibility of tricky conditions, you should try to be twice as careful when cycling at night compared to during the daytime. Night-time accidents are common as a result…
Spotting seals in Australia
Posted on April 4, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Australia's seal population has severely dwindled over time due to their loss of habitat and conflict with commercial fishing operations. As a result they are now a protected species in Australia. If you are interested in viewing seals in their natural habitat, there are a number of locations to do…
What is dragon-boat racing?
Posted on March 7, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Dragon-boat racing might sound like a menacing activity, but in reality it is a popular sport that can appeal to a wide variety of avid sportspeople, as well as novices. Cutting a formidable silhouette on a body of water, a dragon boat is a long boat (often measuring approximately 12 metres in length) used in team paddling sports events and…
Get fit with tennis
Posted on March 7, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Following a summer of tennis-related events such as the Brisbane International and the Australian Open, you might be feeling inspired to take to the court. A social and fun way to get fit, tennis can be incorporated into a variety of lifestyles and timetables.
Whether you’re a novice player, an avid tennis fan or you…
Teach your kids to ride a bike
Posted on March 7, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Alongside learning to tie your shoelaces and grasping the alphabet, mastering the art of riding a bike is often considered part of the passage through childhood. After ensuring that your child’s bike and helmet are both a correct fit, it’s time to start the learn-to-ride process. For parents, family friends or relatives soon to embark on…
Plan a surfari
Posted on March 7, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Those who crave sun, surf, fresh tropical food, freshly caught fish and the wide expanses of the ocean embrace the chance to experience a surfing holiday. As an industry, surf tourism is growing. With numerous resorts and holiday destinations tailoring travel packages and accommodation options specially designed for surfers, surfing holidays or ‘surfaris’ are becoming a…
How to catch and cook yabbies
Posted on November 25, 2010 | COMMENT (1)
While yabbies do not often make it onto restaurant menus, they make for a delicious meal and are quite easy to catch. There are three main methods of catching yabbies. The first is to simply tie a piece of non-fatty meat to some kitchen string and throw it into the water. Pull…
Ward off midges
Posted on June 8, 2011 | COMMENTS (2)
Commonly found around areas and sandy coastlines, the bite of a midge can be very irritating and uncomfortable. Only female midges bite, as they require extra protein to help develop their eggs. When a midge bites, it injects saliva into the wound, which causes the irritation.
Midges are…
Prevent motion sickness
Posted on May 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
When out on the water, or travelling in a car or aeroplane, the constant motion of the vehicle can cause some people to become unwell. In many cases, those suffering from motion sickness will feel dizzy, nauseated and may need to actually be sick – all of which are made all the more unpleasant when…
How to clean a public barbecue
Posted on April 12, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
A barbecue at the park or beach can be a good way to get friends and family together, without having to worry about having to tidy the house afterwards. Before throwing the sausages onto the barbecue, it can be a good idea to give public barbecues a quick clean first – even it does already appear to be clean.…
Lighting options for camping
Posted on February 13, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
When creating a checklist of all the things you need for a camping trip, you may need to consider your lighting options. One of the first things to pack for your trip is a torch. Having a torch on hand can be helpful when trying to find something in your luggage or…
Finding free camping spots
Posted on May 9, 2012 | COMMENTS (2)
Camping can be a cheap and relaxing way to get back in touch with nature. Many campsites, particularly those around towns and cities, often charge for camping in the vicinity. For bargain hunters, there are still a number of free camping spots spread throughout the…
Go camping this Christmas
Posted on November 14, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
The thought of spending most of Christmas Day cooking, cleaning and entertaining may not appeal, but a fuss-free Christmas spent camping could be a solution. As you unzip the tent on Christmas morning, ready to spend the day relaxing in the outdoors with friends and family, you can uncover a whole new style of celebrating…
How to remove a leech
Posted on November 4, 2010 | COMMENTS (0)
One minute you are frolicking happily in a pristine creek, or discovering the natural beauty of an ancient rainforest, until your encounter with nature is abruptly interrupted by a blood-sucking unwanted guest. A very real component of exploring Australian wildlife, leeches can be difficult to avoid, due to their relatively painless and silent nature.
It is important to not pull the leech…
Dealing with wet feet on a hike
Posted on May 14, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Finding yourself with wet feet after hours wandering through bushland is a common occurrence when bushwalking. Wet feet can cause a number of health issues if left for a certain amount of time, including skin irritations, blisters and possible infection. Try the following suggestions to help…
Five easy ways to cook fish
Posted on March 7, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Rich in protein and a healthy source of Omega-3 fatty acids, fish is both a nourishing and tasty meal, ideal for fishing-related camping trips. Whilst a tried-and-tested battered piece of fish is a more traditional approach to cooking fish, there are numerous ways to cook fish whilst camping.
Here are five easy and simple…
