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Short and sweet: Micro adventures for kids

They may be little, but kids dream big when it comes to adventures in the outdoors. Here are some of our favourites.

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Paddle Pulse: The science of kayak design

They look like they glide through the water so easily, but there is a lot of thought that goes into designing a capable kayak.

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Into the deep: The ultimate guide to freediving

Promising complete physical and mental immersion in the aquatic world, is freediving the ultimate marine adventure? We dive in to find out.

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Wheels of power: How the e-mountain bike is bringing more riders to the trails

The whine and hum of electric motors is now commonplace on bike trails. Here’s the how and why the eMTB has become so popular with riders.

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Find your way: Outdoor navigation with a map and compass

Navigation of the world’s wild places using a compass and paper map is a must-have skill. With it, you’ll always find your way home.

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Paddle Pulse: 7 top tips for efficient paddling technique

New to kayaking? No worries! In the latest Paddle Pulse, Toby Story from Southern Sea Ventures guides you through some technique fundamentals to help you save energy, prevent injury and have fun.

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Paddle Pulse: Sea kayaking and wildlife encounters

Spotting wildlife is a major highlight and drawcard of sea kayaking – but doing so safely and responsibly is key, as Toby Story explains.

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Get the drift: The ultimate guide to canoeing

So you want to try one of the oldest water-borne activities but don’t know one end of a canoe from the other? We talk to canoe expert Travis Frenay to find out where to start.