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Packing for an overnight hike - Part 1

Packing for an overnight hike - Part 1

I remember my first overnight backpacking trip so well: I was a student, 21-years old and the only thing that exceeded my testosterone levels was my enthusiasm to make sure...

Packing for an overnight hike - Part 1

I remember my first overnight backpacking trip so well: I was a student, 21-years old and the only thing that exceeded my testosterone levels was my enthusiasm to make sure...

MCSA Search & Rescue: Marloth Nature Reserve

MCSA Search & Rescue: Marloth Nature Reserve

Members of the MCSA Search and Rescue team, along with WSAR Western Cape, rescued a Belgian hiker who became trapped in a kloof in Marloth Nature Reserve. The incident highlights...

MCSA Search & Rescue: Marloth Nature Reserve

Members of the MCSA Search and Rescue team, along with WSAR Western Cape, rescued a Belgian hiker who became trapped in a kloof in Marloth Nature Reserve. The incident highlights...

Trekking Poles: Do They Work?

Trekking Poles: Do They Work?

Trekking poles lighten your load, protect your joints and improve balance. The science is clear: they work. Here’s why you should hike with them.

Trekking Poles: Do They Work?

Trekking poles lighten your load, protect your joints and improve balance. The science is clear: they work. Here’s why you should hike with them.

MCSA Search & Rescue: Hartebeespoort Cableway

MCSA Search & Rescue: Hartebeespoort Cableway

MCSA Search and Rescue led a major operation to evacuate 140 people from the Hartebeespoort Aerial Cableway after a mechanical fault left guests stranded. The rescue involved helicopters, 4x4 teams...

MCSA Search & Rescue: Hartebeespoort Cableway

MCSA Search and Rescue led a major operation to evacuate 140 people from the Hartebeespoort Aerial Cableway after a mechanical fault left guests stranded. The rescue involved helicopters, 4x4 teams...