When planning a day walk, it’s tempting to pack just the bare minimum to make the most of a weightless walk, but it’s well worth sacrificing weight for safety. Here are five essentials for any day walk. First aid kit: A lightweight first aid kit should find its way into every tramper’s kit. Customise it to […]
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