why? walking is a great way to get rid of the winter blues. a bracing walk on a cold day is the perfect antidote to being cooped up indoors, and the fresh air will sharpen your appetite for that yummy casserole, roast dinner or big mug of hot chocolate. |
 | Check that your pack has all you need in it Kit Bag |
| make sure your shoes have plenty of grip left in case of rain or snow, and that they are still waterproof. check that your socks are warm enough and your gloves and woolly hat don't have any holes. apply moisturiser and chap stick before you head out the door so that your skin and lips don't suffer from the cold and wind. |
autumn and winter walking precautions 1 make sure you wear something reflective so drivers can see you 2 start your walk with your back to the wind so it will blow you home as you finish 3 try to find sheltered routes where you can get out of the wind or rain 4 make sure you wear wicking layers and always carry some sort of rainwear. NO COTTON |
| if you don't mind wind, a coastal walk can be very invigorating in winter. if you happen to be in the snowfields you'll enjoy the quiet of slushing through the snow - just make sure you tell someone where you are going and when you'll be back. don't divert from your plan and make sure you have plenty of spare clothing. inland australia can be very pleasant this time of the year. |
| Layer, layer and layer some more! A wicking short or long sleeved tshirt style is best, topped by a thermal layer then fleece if it is cold; It might be cold when you start but hopefully you'll soon warm up. And if you sweat you don't want your clothes to get cold. warm gloves and a woolly hat are recommended - 80% of heat loss is through your head so keep it warm. |
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