Planning – Attitude Over Ability

Planning for Te Araroa

Posted on 12th June 2017 by Kat Young

Last weekend I booked my flights to New Zealand for the beginning of January, with a return flight at the end of March. It now feels much more real! Work gave me the go-ahead for 3 months extended lea... Read More

Planning a Coast to Coast walk

Posted on 4th February 2017 by Kat Young

After spending a considerable amount of time down the rabbit hole of light/ultralight tents, I have finally bit the bullet and bought one: a Tarp Tent Scarp 1. It’s currently winging its way fro... Read More

How to choose your adventure

Posted on 29th November 201621st December 2016 by Kat Young

Where I get lost in the world of ultralight backpacking. When I got back from hiking across Switzerland, my first thought was “What next?”. Well, no, that’s a lie, my first thought w... Read More

Alpine Pass Route – preparation part #2

Posted on 12th August 2016 by Kat Young

Where I get excited about socks In September I’ll be walking the Alpine Pass Route over 2 and a half weeks. This will be the longest I’ve hiked for, and as someone who enjoys planning tri... Read More