The Great Walks June-July is out now!
It's also our Camino special where we explore a number of the world's great pilgrim walks and speak to a bunch of Aussies who have done them to get some invaluable advice.
One question we asked was: 'A lot of people find the long hours of daily walking gives them time to reflect on their lives. Did you find that?'
"Absolutely!, replied one person. "At times I walked with others and we would chat about our lives, light easy chats and at times quite deep conversations, but then we would spread out and walk alone; it was in these times of solitude that I could fully immerse myself into the beautiful surroundings, listen to nature and ponder on my life.
"There were times though when I was so relaxed and almost meditative, that I would lose track of time and could not even remember a single thought, it was such a blessing to be able to literally step out of my life for a few weeks and have nothing more to think about than one foot in front of the other, do I have enough water and are we on the right road?!"
We also explore SA's might Heysen Trail, walk the brand new Murramarang South Coast Walk and interview a woman who has written a novel set along the Australian Alps Walking Track.
"The idea of journeying is built into our society, and into our very nature (not only in a physical sense, but even as a way of understanding the progression of life, learning, and the individual)," writes author Ya Reeves.
"Walking is a relatable form of movement as opposed to, say, a mountaineering expedition. Walking has the extraordinary capacity to rhythmically clear our minds, fill us with endorphins and other happy chemicals, strengthen our bodies, and spark absurd creativity. This is rich grounds for storying."
We offer top tips for this year's Wilderness Photographer of the Year, presented by Mountain Designs and we interview a man who took on the challenge of doing 100 bushwalks in one year.
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