After several months since we did our last podcast, we've decided to ramp things up and start doing more; especially during this period of isolation that we find ourselves in due to COVID-19. Speaking of which, that just so happens to be the topic of our latest episode - What You Can Do During The COVID-19 Isolation. We share 5 things that we reckon should be on your list of things to do whilst in iso. As always, and if you aren't already, you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Happy listening! John The Hiking Society ..read more

There's plenty of people in the Australian outdoor community that I'm keen on interviewing on this podcast because I genuinely believe that everyone has a unique story to tell. So, when adventure enthusiast Terra Roam contacted me to set up a chat on the podcast, I naturally jumped at the opportunity. And any chat with an outdoor identity such as Terra can only be conducted in one place - the outdoors! We discuss everything from her origin story in the outdoors, her 4-year record-breaking walk around Australia to bring awareness to mental health, and her upcoming walk - Climb8 - an 800km snows ..read more

We're finally back with a new episode of the Pursuit of the Outdoors podcast and we've returned with a fantastic guest - Laura Waters. If you're not aware of Laura yet, then you will be shortly. She has recently released her first book Bewildered; a story about "leaving everything behind for 3,000km in the wilds of New Zealand" on the Te Araroa Trail.  We talk about everything from the trip itself, to what made her give up everything to do it, as well as what occurred afterwards. If you are someone who is looking to break the circuit in life, or are wanting to know just what the outdoors ..read more

In episode 21, I had the opportunity to sit down with outdoor photographer Rob Embury of Pale Blue Dot Photography. We speak about: His origin story as a photographer How his career has progressed in the field Some of the things to consider before taking a photo Why smartphones can be just as effective as a DSLR The use of photography on social media platforms such as Instagram And where to from here with his career working with companies such as Explore Photography If you're a budding outdoor photographer, be sure to visit his website, and follow him on Facebook and Instagram ..read more

I recently had the opportunity to chat with Brendan Ives; owner and operator of a new boutique outdoor retail store in Annandale, NSW, called the Adventure Collective. After travelling for 10 years and also having started an overland adventure company that taught him the best of the best, Brendan's aim isn't to compete with the larger outdoor retail stores in the Sydney market but to offer a point of difference for outdoor enthusiasts in his area. His products are also available online to everyone across Australia.  You can follow his store on Instagram @the_adventurecollective Enjoy ..read more

It's The Hiking Society's 2nd birthday! So, for episode 10 of the podcast, I thought it would be fitting to reflect on what has occurred these past two years since it all began. I discuss the people within the community, the brands I've been fortunate enough to work with, what's in store for the future and why I really have only scratched the surface with what I have done so far. If you aren't following us yet on Facebook or Instagram, you can do so here @thehikingsociety Thank you for your attention and contribution these past two years. It really does mean the world to me ..read more

In this episode of the podcast, I had the opportunity to chat with three founders from arguably the three biggest women's only outdoor groups. Tamara from Melbourne Girls Outside, Andrea from Ladybirds on the Loose and Richelle from Escaping Your Comfort Zone joined me for a fairly in-depth roundtable discussion about all things outdoors but specifically relating to women in the outdoors and the internal and external barriers they face. Not going to lie - I think this might be the best episode yet. It's definitely the longest ;) Be sure to follow them on social: Tamara @melbgirlsoutside, Andre ..read more

One question that always gets asked, and rightly so, when people are starting to get into hiking is "what sort of hiking boots should I choose"? With so many brands available to you it can certainly be overwhelming when figuring out where to begin. However, in my opinion, a brand should be third on your list when it comes to things to consider when choosing a pair of boots ..read more

We're finally back for 2018 and I reckon this one is going to be a cracker. I had the opportunity to interview Tom Dunn - a 22-year-old adventurer who is about to embark on what he is calling Australia's Longest Triathlon at the start of September. We get into the why, how, when etc. and really delve deep into Tom's mentality around this trek where he is raising funds for Melbourne Indigenous Transition School. Enjoy ..read more

Recently in Melbourne, a hiker's body was recovered from the popular hiking location Werribee Gorge. Without wanting to speculate over the details of how, why and what, something I did notice on social media were people's reactions and how some were debating whether to visit Werribee Gorge ever again, going out hiking/camping as much as they do or if they should be far more careful than they actually are. I'm a huge believer that safety in the outdoors is paramount, but an unfortunate incident shouldn't deter people from enjoying what they love to do ..read more