Tramping in a big group of people isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but it has its benefits. Someone else may even carry the billy and stove. The mere thought of walking with a big group likely appals some readers. What could possibly be pleasant about continual chatter, decision-making by committee, crowded huts and guaranteed […]
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Why big-group tramping is great
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