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3 - ACCESSORISE

Preparation is everything. Before you leave, think about what you plan to shoot and how location, weather and access to power will affect your production.

  •  If you’re out for the whole day, bring a couple of extra batteries (1). Anything longer than a day and it’s time to start thinking about access to power so you can recharge (2). There are some great choices like Goal Zero for solar and battery packs that can charge on the go.
  • Think about how you will carry your camera and gear. If you’re planning to shoot on rough terrain, an adventure camera pack can be a great investment (3). Make sure you choose one with a hip belt, straps for attaching tripods and back support. Check out Dakine and F-Stop packs for some great options.
  • Travelling in a wet environment? Look into drybags and dryboxes like Pelican cases for digital cameras (4). For smartphones there’s a huge choice of waterproof cases available: these also serve to protect the phone from dirt and knocks, so it’s worth picking a good one like the Lifeproof Nuud or the Otterbox Preserver.
  • If you plan to film any action adventures, consider investing in one or two of the latest technology GoPros (5). These are small and lightweight (so easy to carry with you), versatile and boost videos with a high-octane spin.
  • A list of locations and places or things of interest you’d like to film, along with a written itinerary, can help focus your efforts (6).
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