For many young males, receiving their first Swiss Army Knife is like a rite of passage, and it's something that they keep with them long into adulthood. Since Victorinox released its first Swiss Army Knife 125 years ago (developed by Swiss pioneer, Karl Elsner), the tool has become an iconic essential for any lover of the outdoors. In the century following, Victorinox has added a host of products to the Swiss Army range, including the SwissCard, which fits neatly into your pocket with no bulk. Containing a letter opener, scissors, screwdrivers, tweezers, magnifying glass, ballpoint pen, straight pin and a ruler, the SwissCard is the perfect tool for everyday life (so you can save the Swiss Army Knife for your outdoor adventures).

Not everyone is born with a keen sense of direction, so the invention of GPS is a welcome relief for many people who love a roadtrip, but need a bit of extra guidance. The Navman S-Series Platinum may look sleek, sexy and light enough to slip into your handbag, but it's also packed full of incredibly useful features. The range is beautifully designed with a slim brushed metal case and a 4.3-inch wide scrollable 'glide' touch screen. It additionally launches a new intelligent way of finding your next destination. Simply type in a street name and a predictive keyword search does the rest.

Be very, very quiet – one step on a rogue twig or the accidental knocking over of equipment can scare exotic bird-life away in an instant. While minimising noise is key to bird-watching, having something to conceal you from the unsuspecting creatures is also very useful. The Full-Camo Bird-watching Hide is portable, light-weight and quick to setup, and is an essential accessory for any serious animal observer. You can easily take this cover into almost any terrain (with the supplied backpack), pop it up and remain completely concealed from your intended targets. Available in a leaf camouflage pattern design, making it excellent for almost any game depending on the habitat, the leaf design is also especially useful to bird watchers. Whatever your reason to be concealed out in the bush, whether it be for wildlife photography or scientific study, the Bird-watching Hide is your answer. Available from Man vs Wild.

While most devout fishermen and women are aware of the effect their fishing might have on certain fish species, many don't realise the harm it can cause to other animals. Every year, hundreds and thousands of seabirds and turtles are at risk of being hooked as a result of long-line tuna fishing, but Hans Jusseit has invented a system that ensures this doesn't happen. His invention, called the Smart Hook, stems partly from his experiences as a tuna-fishing boat owner/operator for 10 years and a fishing-industry representative in Australia and overseas for 20 years. The Smart Hook consists of a shield that protects the baited hook and is held in place with a biodegradable pin, which dissolves once the hook is below the feeding depth of seabirds and turtles. Once the pin dissolves, the shield is released and the baited hook is ready for fishing. The shield and the pin are both made of a metal alloy that dissolves leaving no contaminants. This environmentally friendly solution is a brilliant new technology that will help protect the future of our precious sea life.

Turtles are wondrous creatures and one of the many beautiful species that inhabit the Australian coastline. The next time you're in Broome, make sure you don't miss the opportunity to see these rare reptiles in their natural habitat. Broome Adventure Company's Turtle Bay Kayak trips offer you the chance to spot a turtle from your kayak. You might also encounter birds, fish, manta rays and dolphins while you're out on the water. Enjoy safe, stable and easy to paddle kayaks, guided by an award-winning team, on Broome's best eco adventure. Trips depart daily with morning and sunset options available, and pickups from Broome accommodation, hotels, resorts and backpackers.

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