Wild Magazine

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Freda – A Poem

An account in verse of the first female ascent of Aoraki/Mount Cook by Emmeline ‘Freda’ Du Faur in 1910

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Gear Review – Jetboil Stash

Light. Compact. Hot. Quick.

Close up shot of shoe in action on trail

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Hoka Sky Kaha

Known best for their running shoes, Hoka One One launches a range of boots. Dan Slater tests the Hoka Sky Kaha.

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The rise of the low-impact world traveller

A recent trip to Africa for columnist Dan Slater revealed how some developing nations are facing the plastic problem, and how easy it is for visitors to take part in solving it.

Fair trade certified factory for Patagonia.

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Mouths and monies: Dan Slater’s low-down on down

In the past, poor standards in the outdoor apparel and gear industry led to the live plucking of geese and ducks. Dan Slater explains how the Responsible Down Standard is changing that.

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Fueling up on Em’s Power Cookies: Review

Dan Slater overcomes his aversion to prepackaged, high-energy food sources in his trial of Em’s Power Cookies.

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Osprey Rev 12 trail running pack tested on Easter Island

Dan Slater recently trained for, and ran, a 70k race around Easter Island while trialling Osprey’s elite trail running pack – the Rev 12. Here’s his detailed feedback on the product.

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Rocky ringleader: Meet the man behind Australia’s first Canyonfest

Dan Slater travelled to Newnes State Forest over the 2015/16 New Years weekend to experience the first ever Canyonfest event, interviewing organiser Nick Murphy in the process.

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StarGazer 2 tried and tested: Australia’s answer to the ultralight hiking tent

Produced in Fawkner, Melbourne, Terra Rosa Gear’s StarGazer 2 tent brings the competition to the international ultralight hiking field, according to Dan Slater.

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Staying warm in winter with Carinthia’s Alpine Jacket

Dan Slater manages to review Carinthia’s Alpine Jacket, despite everyone he knows trying to spend more time in it.

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Time to fly: Making tracks with Hoka One One’s hikers

Hoka One One created quite a splash in the running world with their outsized soles, but how will they fare with a new range of hiking shoes and boots?

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The CamelBak All Clear: Clean water on-the-go

The Camelbak All Clear challenges the UV purification dominance of the SteriPEN range and provides an interesting alternative.

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