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Hiking, Health, and an Unexpected Seizure on the Sphinx to Bobbin Head Trail
Hiking has always been my reset button - a way to clear the mind, recharge, and reconnect with nature. But sometimes, even the trails we...
Richard Bennett
Sep 1, 20253 min read


Discover the Two Valley Trail: A Hidden Gem in Sydney
Tucked in the heart of Sydney’s Inner West, the Two Valley Trail is one of the city’s best-kept secrets—and for me, it’s home turf. This...
Richard Bennett
Aug 22, 20255 min read


Snakes on the Trail – What Hikers Need to Know
If you spend enough time hiking in Australia, you’ll eventually meet a snake. For some, it’s a heart-stopping moment; for others, just...
Richard Bennett
Aug 20, 20252 min read


Six Foot Track – Blue Mountains, NSW
The Six Foot Track is one of those classic Australian hikes that seems to grow in reputation with every year. Stretching 45km from...
Richard Bennett
Aug 20, 20253 min read


Mount Imlay Summit Track: Fire, Regrowth, and Resilience
Mount Imlay, sitting in far south-east New South Wales, offers one of those walks that lingers in the memory not just for its views, but...
Richard Bennett
Aug 19, 20253 min read


Cowan to Berowra via Berowra Waters: A Hot Day, A Hard Climb, and Family Tested
Official USOS hike!! The Cowan to Berowra section of the Great North Walk is one of those classic Sydney bushwalks that packs in a bit of...
Richard Bennett
Aug 19, 20253 min read


Karloo Track and Bottle Forest Trail Loop: Waterfalls, Bushland and a Heart-Pumping Return
Official USOS hike!! If you want a walk that combines a hidden swimming hole, classic Sydney bushland, and a proper climb to test the...
Richard Bennett
Aug 18, 20253 min read


Dragons & De Burghs Bridge - the Lane Cove Riverside Walk
Official USOS Hike!! If you’re looking for an escape from the city without actually leaving it, the Lane Cove Riverside Walk is one of...
Richard Bennett
Aug 17, 20252 min read


The Sphinx to Bobbin Head Loop: A Classic Ku-ring-gai Chase Adventure
Official USOS hike!! If you’re looking for a hike that combines history, bushland, waterways, and a bit of a workout, the Sphinx to...
Richard Bennett
Aug 15, 20253 min read


Grand Canyon: Descent into Middle Earth
Official USOS hike!! Some hikes earn their name by sheer size; others, by atmosphere. The Grand Canyon Track in the Blue Mountains is a...
Richard Bennett
Aug 14, 20253 min read


In Awe of Aoraki – The Hooker Valley Track
If there’s one walk in New Zealand that balances jaw-dropping alpine scenery with accessibility, it’s the Hooker Valley Track. Nestled...
Richard Bennett
Aug 13, 20253 min read


Forests and Tribal Culture of Doi Inthanon
This trip was, hands down, one of the richest experiences of my life. Just a few months after turning the big 5-0, Mouse, the kids, and I...
Richard Bennett
Aug 12, 20253 min read


Murramarang Memories
In August 2023, I set out to trek one of the newest multi-day hikes in NSW - the Murramarang Coast Walk. Stretching along the spectacular...
Richard Bennett
Aug 11, 20254 min read


Misty Mount Fuji from Mount Takao
Just an hour from Tokyo, Mount Takao offers forest trails, ancient temples, and - on a clear day - a breathtaking view of Mount Fuji. In...
Richard Bennett
Aug 11, 20252 min read


Escape the Boardroom: How Hiking with USOS Can Help Combat Burnout
"Burnout is what happens when you try to avoid being human for too long." – Michael Gungor, lead singer of ‘Gungor’. As a father of a...
Richard Bennett
Jul 3, 20243 min read
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