We're deep in the rainforest again in this episode, enjoying good coffee and great conversation next to a stream. We talk about more snake encounters, hiking with dogs and also hiking with kids and our responsibilities as parents. Finally we dig into our main topic and cover the 10 items we would never hike without and all the reasoning behind those decisions. We hope you enjoy this episode and appreciate your support ..read more

What better way to return from a 1 year hiatus than recording deep in a rainforest? That's right, there isn't one! We obviously talk about coffee but also about snakes, otter attacks and even hiking. Oh yes, it's good to be back! Join The HODCAST Facebook group! Click here to help support this podcast! Click here to order your official HOD Stickers! Thanks guys ..read more

Having the opportunity to speak with Linda Åkerberg on this episode was something I'd looked forward to from the first time we spoke and now I'm really excited to be able to release this episode so that everyone can learn something from her. With the title of Female Adventurer of the Year 2019, Linda also speaks to us about her other passions as an author, outdoor photographer, mountain climber and Kayak Instructor. Linda has so much trail knowledge and she happily shares that with us in this episode. Click this link for access to the podcast Show Notes, including all the information and refer ..read more

Why is choosing a new hiking backpack so difficult? Apart from an endless list of brands, models and sizes, there is the added pressure of making the correct choice given that a new pack is such a big ticket item. When you consider all of that, it's not surprising that it can be extremely overwhelming for both beginner and veteran hikers. Click this link for access to the podcast Show Notes, including all the information and references we have discussed on this episode. Join the new Facebook group: The HODCAST Click here to help support this podcast! Click here to order your official HOD Stick ..read more

We recently embarked on our wettest hike in a long time. I'm talking, so wet that roads were flooding and campsites were closing. We tell you all about it in this episode, including yet another leech encounter for Craig, and it's a good one too. We also share some news on the third woman to complete all 158 summits of the Able Mountains, a crazy story of mountain climbers in the 70s when a Drug Plane crashes into a Yosemite lake. We also discuss "wet-out" in your rain gear and how to fix it. And if you aren't sure if you are considered one of the 17 worst hiking partners in the world, then you ..read more

It's a crazy mixed up show this week with a whole bunch of extra news and our first Giveaway in a while too! We discuss our recent hike Craig shares his quite serious encounter with leeches. We also talk Bunya nut roasting, crazy bulls attacking mountain bikers, Dingoes with cameras, the best hiking sleeping pads and of course, coffee. Books With Tom returns with a huge 5 books up for discussion. Click this link for access to the podcast Show Notes, including all the information and references we have discussed on this episode. Join the new Facebook group: The HODCAST Click here to help suppor ..read more

Against a backdrop of ambient rainforest sounds, a gurgling stream and various bird calls, we brew coffee while discussing brewing coffee. We also chat about shoes around the campsite, an upcoming episode to help you choose the right backpack. We hope you enjoy this episode straight from the forest. Click this link for access to the podcast Show Notes, including all the information and references we have discussed on this episode. Join the new Facebook group: The HODCAST Help support this podcast! Thanks guys ..read more

It is said that you learn more from your failures. If that is the case, then we should have learned A LOT about hiking, more specifically, what not to do on a hike. In this episode we're sharing every single one of those mistakes with you in the hope that we can save you the trouble. Please Note: This was originally planned as our 2021 farewell episode but situations beyond out control meant that we couldn't release it until now. Our apologies for any confusion. Click this link for access to the podcast Show Notes, including all the information and references we have discussed on this episode ..read more

There's an art to taking kids into the wilderness, keeping them entertained, engaged and safe, but also creating an experience that they want to be part of next time. That goes for the parents or carers too. If you don't enjoy the process and adventure, then you won't be as inclined to jump at the next opportunity. In this episode, we share all of our tips and recommendations to help steer you in the right direction when planning and embarking on an outdoor adventure with children. It doesn't have to be as intimidating as it first appears and we give plenty of insights and tangible advice base ..read more

This is possibly our biggest news and media episode to date, and it goes out to everyone who is currently in lockdown, wherever you are. We've put together a huge list of books, films, documentaries and other YouTube content to keep you motivated and to hopefully help scratch your outdoor itch a little. From cleaning up the Aussie Outback to hiking across Scotland in a kilt, there's going to be something that piques your interest in this episode. And let's face it, even if you're not in lockdown, you're still going to win. Click this link for access to the podcast Show Notes including all the ..read more