Category Archives: Scouts

Snugpak Sleeka Elite Jacket

I have been using the Snugpak Sleeka jacket provided by WebTogs for just over 6 months now and it is an item that has become part of core my outdoor kit. It has been on several trips in the UK and came … Continue reading

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Outdoor Adventure Manual

I received a copy of the Outdoor Adventure Manual and I was looking forward to reading it after a few conversations with some of the contributors about the sections they had helped with. The size of the book brings me … Continue reading

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How to tell the Time using the Stars

The winter sky provides a fantastic opportunity to develop, practice and perfect those emergency survival skills that are based on basic astronomy. One such piece of knowledge worth learning about is how to tell the time using the stars. Perhaps … Continue reading

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Fire Lighting Kit from Light My Fire

I was having a browse around an outdoor store chain I discovered a new product from Light My Fire on the shelves, the Fire Lighting Kit. It contains as the name suggests all you need to start a fire in … Continue reading

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JetBoil Flash Review

I have used my JetBoil Flash on a few camping trips now over the past year or so and while I might not consume as many hot drinks as others I camp with, I enjoy the fact that within 3 … Continue reading

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