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Camping - Bivouac

All our tips on equipment, hygiene, kitchen, comfort, etc. Learn how to properly pitch your tent, set up camp, and fully enjoy your nights under the stars!

Our tips for taking the most beautiful night pictures?

All the techniques for capturing a beautiful starry sky

How to spot bearded vultures? How to protect it?

Meeting the bearded vulture is always a magical moment. Most of the time, it's just a glimpse, flying a few meters above you. ASTERS-CEN, the conservatory of natural spaces of Haute-Savoie, gives you its advice to spot this species in a spirit of conservation.

How to read an IGN hiking map? Orientation, scale, we tell you all!

Hiking begins even before walking, as we find out the route on the map. A detailed reading of it will provide all the information on what walkers can expect, hence it is a useful and important tool.

How do you choose the right hiking backpack for your needs?

Whether you’re just going for a stroll for a few hours, on a day-long hike, fast hiking, mountain trekking or backpacking through a region, we have the backpack for you. Check out all our tips to make the right choice!

How to prepare your first aid kit? What to put in it for a safe hike?

What should you put in a first-aid kit during a day hike or at night (with return to base camp every night), on not very remote trails?

Recipe / Braised chocolate bananas

Banana and chocolate, a "no-brainer" in terms of desserts. Braised, it is even better!

What's the best way to get kitted out for winter hiking?

I imagine you have already experienced cold feet when out winter hiking. Did you know you can keep warm with a few gear adjustments? If you follow the tips shared by Louise, Footwear Product Manager, you'll no longer need fear the cold!

Say goodbye to dog-walking and say hello to dog-led hiking!

My name is Jeremy and I am the proud owner of Soka, a Siberian husky. I'm going to tell you all about my experiences of hiking with your dog in the summer, or what we call "dog-led hiking” and why I love it so much. Unlike a stroll or walk, when you go on a dog-led hike, your 4-legged friend is attached to you in a leading position. Here are some tips for getting started and exploring walking trails with your dog.