There is a huge industry out there providing equipment for use in the outdoors. Some of it is useful and some of it is frankly rubbish.

I have to admit I tend to be a bit of a magpie when it comes to kit.

I have bought far more stuff than I ever use and I’m still looking for that magic extra bit of equipment that will make the rest of my luggage feel lighter somehow.

One of the things Bushcraft can teach you is “Carry less by knowing more”.