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A home for outdoor inspiration with gear reviews, how to's, human powered pursuits and uplifting films featuring wondrous people living a life outdoors. Hiking, fly fishing, camping, bike packing, paddling and plenty more. 

Outdoor Films

Overnight Hiking Tumut Trig | A Local Micro-Adventure in Wereboldera State Conservation Area
Sep 17, 2026

Overnight Hiking Tumut Trig | A Local Micro-Adventure in Wereboldera State Conservation Area

An adventure doesn’t always have to involve travelling hours from home or chasing somewhere you’ve seen on Instagram. Sometimes it’s worth looking at the bush, trails and landscapes in your...
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Chasing Giant Trout in New Zealand | 3-Week Solo Fly Fishing Road Trip
Sep 11, 2026

Chasing Giant Trout in New Zealand | 3-Week Solo Fly Fishing Road Trip

New Zealand is a classic bucket list destination that Pat's dreamed of fly fishing for over a decade. So, with a break in the guiding season, he finally pulled the...
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Solo Bikepacking Jugiong to Tumut | Bikepacking Backroads in the Snowy Mountains
Aug 27, 2026

Solo Bikepacking Jugiong to Tumut | Bikepacking Backroads in the Snowy Mountains

After years of hiking and fly fishing across the Snowy Valleys, Pat sets off on a solo 80km bikepacking journey from Jugiong to Tumut, following the Murrumbidgee River through quiet...
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Chimney Rock | Ultralight Bivy Camping in Kosciuszko National Park
Aug 6, 2026

Chimney Rock | Ultralight Bivy Camping in Kosciuszko National Park

Join Chris on a solo overnight hike to Chimney Rock, a rugged lookout above the Tumut Valley with some of the best views in the Snowy Valleys.
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Winter at Harveys Hut | Searching For Snow on Tantangara Mountain | Kosciuszko National Park
Jul 23, 2026

Winter at Harveys Hut | Searching For Snow on Tantangara Mountain | Kosciuszko National Park

Pat Ryan heads into the remote northern reaches of Kosciuszko National Park, setting out from Sawyers Hill with the goal of snowshoeing to Harvey's Hut for an overnight winter camping...
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Fly Fishing How To's and Films

20km Drift in Search of Trout | Early Season Victorian Inflatable Raft Trip on the NRS Boundary 100
Oct 9, 2026

20km Drift in Search of Trout | Early Season Victorian Inflatable Raft Trip on the NRS Boundary 100

We're back in North East Victoria for another early-season fly fishing adventure, but this time we're swapping the usual walk-in approach for inflatable rafts. With boats loaded up with fishing...
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Fly Fishing High & Dirty Water | Tips & Techniques from Fast Flowing Early Season Victorian Rivers
Oct 1, 2026

Fly Fishing High & Dirty Water | Tips & Techniques from Fast Flowing Early Season Victorian Rivers

In this video, Pat breaks down the techniques that helped him find fish, including indicator nymphing, Euro nymphing, reach casts, high-sticking and adjusting fly selection to suit dirty water. He...
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Opening Weekend in North East Victoria | Early Season Fly Fishing in Stunning Aussie Trout Water
Sep 24, 2026

Opening Weekend in North East Victoria | Early Season Fly Fishing in Stunning Aussie Trout Water

With the Victorian trout season opening weeks before NSW, Pat Ryan heads south for an early-season fly fishing adventure. Heavy rain leaves the rivers high and dirty, forcing Pat to...
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Lake Eucumbene Trophy Trout Fly Fishing Trip | Catch, Cook and Camp
Aug 20, 2026

Lake Eucumbene Trophy Trout Fly Fishing Trip | Catch, Cook and Camp

Join Pat Ryan for three days of fly fishing on Eucumbene Dam, chasing big trout, battling unpredictable mountain weather and putting his campfire culinary skills to the test.
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Boat & Fly Fishing Setup for Trout Lakes | Full Gear Rundown
Jul 13, 2026

Boat & Fly Fishing Setup for Trout Lakes | Full Gear Rundown

From the boat and electric motor setup to fly rods, lines, safety equipment, packs, and camping gear, this is the setup Pat has refined over the last year of exploring...
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Gear Guide

Patagonia Capilene Cool Sun Hoody vs Tropic Comfort I Why Chris is replacing his well-worn favourite
Oct 22, 2026

Patagonia Capilene Cool Sun Hoody vs Tropic Comfort I Why Chris is replacing his well-worn favourite

Whether you’re comparing Patagonia sun hoodies or looking for a lightweight sun shirt for hiking, fishing, or bikepacking, this video shares Chris’s experience and explains why he chose it.
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MSR Switch Stove System | First Impressions
Oct 1, 2026

MSR Switch Stove System | First Impressions

The Switch packs the stove, pot stand, measuring cup, lid and stove inside the pot, with room for a small gas canister too. At around 350g for the complete system,...
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Exped Sleeping Mats Range Walkthrough | Lightweight vs Comfort Inflatable Hiking & Camping Mats
Jul 28, 2026

Exped Sleeping Mats Range Walkthrough | Lightweight vs Comfort Inflatable Hiking & Camping Mats

Choosing the right sleeping mat can make the difference between a great night's sleep and a long, uncomfortable night in the backcountry. In this comprehensive guide, we compare the full...
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Which Trail Runner Should You Buy? Altra Lone Peak Vs Olympus Low & Mid Hiking Shoes
Jul 13, 2026

Which Trail Runner Should You Buy? Altra Lone Peak Vs Olympus Low & Mid Hiking Shoes

Choosing the right trail runner can make all the difference to your outdoor adventures. Chris compares two of Altra’s most popular trail shoe families — the Lone Peak and the...
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Which Packraft is Right for You? Alpacka Packraft Full Comparison
Jun 30, 2026

Which Packraft is Right for You? Alpacka Packraft Full Comparison

If you're serious about packrafting, choosing the right boat makes all the difference. In this in-depth comparison video, Chris walks you through every Alpacka packraft model we stock at Tom's...
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Kosciuszko Huts

Round Mountain Hut: The Final Chapter in the Kosciuszko Huts Rebuild Program
Jul 9, 2026

Round Mountain Hut: The Final Chapter in the Kosciuszko Huts Rebuild Program

For generations, the historic huts scattered throughout Kosciuszko National Park have  preserved the stories of early miners and stockman and have been treasured destinations for walkers, skiers, riders and adventurers....
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Four Mile Hut | The Rebuild of a Kosciuszko Icon | History, Bushfires & Legacy of Bob Hughes
Dec 10, 2025

Four Mile Hut | The Rebuild of a Kosciuszko Icon | History, Bushfires & Legacy of Bob Hughes

Lost in the 2020 Kosciuszko bushfires, Four Mile Hut—originally built by Kiandra miner Bob Hughes in 1934— has now been lovingly rebuilt by NSW National Parks builders with help from...
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Kosciuszko National Park Post-Bushfire Hut Rebuild | Part 6: Linesmans No.3 Hut
May 23, 2025

Kosciuszko National Park Post-Bushfire Hut Rebuild | Part 6: Linesmans No.3 Hut

The Kosciuszko Hut Rebuild team has taken to the skies to deliver the two Linesmans Hut frames in spectacular fashion. Built in Tumut, airlifted into location and assembled on the...
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Kosciuszko National Park Post-Bushfire Hut Rebuild | Part 5: Brooks and Happys Hut
Jan 16, 2025

Kosciuszko National Park Post-Bushfire Hut Rebuild | Part 5: Brooks and Happys Hut

On the eastern edge of Happy Jacks Plain, lie two treasures of Australia’s alpine heritage: Brooks Hut and Happys Hut. These iconic landmarks, tragically lost in the devastating 2019/20 bushfires,...
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Bradleys and O'Briens Hut Kosciuszko National Park
Nov 7, 2024

Kosciuszko National Park Post-Bushfire Hut Rebuild | Part 4: Bradleys and O'Briens Hut

Tucked away just south of Cabramurra, along the Tooma Road, Bradleys and O'Brien's Hut is a timeless reminder of the rich pastoral heritage of the Snowy Mountains. Originally built between...
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Outdoor Cooking

Backcountry Steak and Broccolini Pasta
Jan 12, 2023

Backcountry Steak and Broccolini Pasta

Here at Tom’s Outdoors, we love learning new ways to jazz up meal time while backcountry camping. The lesson learnt from this overnighter was that the Snow Peak Heavy Duty...
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Dean's Backcountry Fried Rice
Dec 2, 2022

Dean's Backcountry Fried Rice

After a long day of traversing tributaries, tickling trout and touring big terrain, a simple yet satisfying feed is just what you need. The best part is you can adjust...
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Grilled Beef with Rice Noodles, Fresh Herbs and Ponzu
Nov 4, 2022

Grilled Beef with Rice Noodles, Fresh Herbs and Ponzu

On a rainy Saturday in October we hosted a 'Spring Snow Peak Festival' to celebrate the season with one of our favourite brands. A good friend of ours, Luke, who...
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Grilled Drumsticks with Corn on the Cob and Greek Salad
Jul 15, 2021

Grilled Drumsticks with Corn on the Cob and Greek Salad

This recipe is ideal for weekend's where you want to stay home but still get a taste of the outdoors. While this meal is quick and easy, it definitely packs a flavoursome...
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Chicken and Rice Soup with Mushroom and Greens
Jul 1, 2021

Chicken and Rice Soup with Mushroom and Greens

Winter and chicken soup go together hand in hand. This soup is exactly what you want on a cold winter night, whether you’ve pitched in the snow or under the...
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Stories

Packrafting Wagga Wagga | An Urban Microadventure Paddling the Murrumbidgee River
Nov 16, 2023

Packrafting Wagga Wagga | An Urban Microadventure Paddling the Murrumbidgee River

The Murrumbidgee River, as it flows through Wagga Wagga, offers the perfect opportunity for an afternoon paddle, i.e., an urban microadventure. Microadventures are a brief yet satisfying taste of outdoor...
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12 Reasons to Visit the Snowy Valleys in Summer
Dec 22, 2022

12 Reasons to Visit the Snowy Valleys in Summer

There is no shortage of ways to enjoy the outdoors in our Snowy Valleys home, nestled in the surrounding mountains of Kosciuszko National Park. We've managed to narrow down a...
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A Kosciuszko Backcountry Tradition
Sep 8, 2022

A Kosciuszko Backcountry Tradition

A tradition needs time to establish itself. Every August for the last 13 years, I have headed into the Kosciuszko Alps for a backcountry trip. Our trips have varied, accounting...
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Packrafting the Goobarragandra River
Apr 20, 2022

Packrafting the Goobarragandra River

Chris and Dom snuck out of work to take advantage of the wet weather and headed out for a cheeky packraft on the Goobarragandra River. Unroll, inflate, pressurise. As usual...
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Kokopelli Packrafts on the Tumut River
Dec 22, 2021

Kokopelli Packrafts on the Tumut River

To celebrate the introduction of Kokopelli Packrafts to the Tom's family of brands, we embarked on a late afternoon paddle down the Tumut River. The Tumut River is a few...
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