Don’t know much about the functions of Lemmy, so if I’ve messed up, it’s likely that I don’t know I’ve messed up. Technologically not so smrt.
I know. I also don’t like when my feet can’t touch the ground, so there’s that, too.
I’m also mad allergic to bug bites (mosquitoes and spiders are really bad), so I try to avoid anything that bites.
Still learning about Australia. I’ve survived for almost 6 years now, I think I’m doing okay.
As a Canadian living in Australia, I prefer the North American dangers. At least you can see most of them. I’ve nearly stepped too close to a tiger snake once and didn’t notice until I put my foot down. Luckily it preferred the warm spot over me.
I usually don’t go far in to the water out of fear of dark waters and rips. Seen the cute little blue dragons and jellyfish on beaches, but I leave those alone.
White tailed spiders under the covers, or in your closet or drawers are a joy, especially the baby ones.
I don’t have a lot of stuff and not a lot of expensive stuff, but my top are:
Instant Pot. I have a tiny kitchen, so being able to do x number of things with one piece of equipment is amazing. Also keeps the heat down in summer instead of oven and gas stove.
Hiking poles. Got them recently, and they are a game changer. I’ve only ever seen older folks use them, but they got it right. Not only is it easier on my knees, but somehow they feel like they let me go further when I can use my arms as a little push forward.
Garmin Fenix watch. Keeps me motivated to keep moving, and it serves as a silent wake up alarm so I don’t wake my partner in the early hours.
Honourable mentions:
A good hand-held flashlight. I use this daily for work and when I go camping. Also great at night when hunting mosquitoes in the bedroom.
A digital probe thermometer. Also used daily for work, and takes the guesswork out of cooking meats and things at home.
At least I’ll never go hungry, but eventually I’ll get sick of myself.
Oh boy. Yes, I have come across those on some hikes. It’s unnerving how they look up at you as if they are sizing you up, and walk backwards while still looking at you. Didn’t know about the anaphylaxis, only know that the bites are very painful. Thank you!