I’ve learnt a valuable lesson this winter; camping isn’t just a summer activity, you can get out there in the cold too. As I’m sure with most people, winter has always been my off season. The shorter daylight hours and cold weather makes exploring after work in the dark unappealing, and staying inside next to the heater …
Would you believe me if I said a weekend at the snow cost me just $160? Way back in April I asked a friend if they could take me back country snow shoeing this winter, and last weekend it finally happened. The Plan: A two day, 20km Snowshoe hike from Perisher Valley to Thredbo via …
Feeling a glint of rebellion I threw the 4WD sleeping mat down over the flattened back seats of the RAV and proudly took a step back to appreciate this new form of “camping” I was about to experience. While it didn’t look as perfect as #vanlife, it felt like a world of opportunity was now …
Oooooh Lordy it feels good to be back! After over a week of total rest I’m feeling so rejuvenated and literally jumping out of my skin. A world of good came from 7pm bed times, no training and acknowledging my poor tired body; and now bouncy Heather is back to play! Just in the nick …
After being VOC Commander on VOC 3 for Dragon Skin, I was surprised that unlike my other badges, I didn’t get an overwhelming sense of personal achievement. I experienced pride in the VOC, gratitude for my team, and happiness that the Venturers enjoyed themselves, but really, the VOC’s success isn’t mine to personally feel the …
Service Project: VOC Commander for VOC 3, Dragon Skin 2017 Duration: 12 months Event date: 14th – 17th April 2017 Reason for Service Project: Dragon Skin has been my favourite event since 2006 when I first attended as a Venturer. From then on it’s been the one event I look forward to every year, …
