Have you ever thought about becoming a seed guardian?
If the term “seed guardians” isn’t yet part of your vocabulary, we invite you to check out this third piece in our series on actions we can take to generate…
Isabelle de Paula
Isabelle de Paula é jornalista, sócia-fundadora da DePaula Comunicação. Apaixonada por ouvir e contar histórias, atua como ghostwriter, escrevendo livros e conteúdos para diversas plataformas, e assessora de imprensa, propagando narrativas e trajetórias de pessoas, marcas e empresas. Parceira do Gear Tips, assina projetos especiais e ajuda a empresa a ganhar visibilidade na mídia.
Home on wheels: Vivian Telles helps you plan your first road trip expedition
Traveling by motorhome was always the dream of Vivian Telles, but faced with the high cost, she found an alternative: turning an ordinary car into her home on wheels. The…
Volta ao Rio: Luiz Aragão hikes 2,200 km of Rio de Janeiro’s new long-distance trail
The newly inaugurated National Trail of Volta ao Rio (Trilha Nacional Volta ao Rio), the largest ecotourism circuit in the state of Rio de Janeiro, spanning 3,500 km, welcomed its…
Bikepacking: 7 Tips from Susi Saito for Planning Your First Trip
Every bikepacking trip begins long before the first pedal stroke. It’s born in the planning, which turns insecurities into confidence and paves the way to discover landscapes, meet people, hear…
Agroforestry: A New Perspective on Food and Environmental Impact
Imagine you’re walking through a natural environment. On one side, you spot a traditional coffee or soybean plantation. On the other, the green of the forest predominates, along with the…
What to Pack for a Weekend Bikepacking Trip
One of the most common questions for anyone planning their first bikepacking trip is figuring out what’s actually worth bringing. How many changes of clothes are needed? How do you…
On the border between two hubs of Caminho da Mata Atlântica, Rio Claro City brings together natural and historical wonders
The Caminho da Mata Atlântica (CMA) [Atlantic Forest Trail] is a long-distance trail that crosses the states of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Paraná, Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do…
Decathlon launches web series “Exploring the Mountains of Brazil”
Decathlon has launched the web series “Exploring the Mountains of Brazil,” which brings together the experiences of Eliseu Frechou, climber and mountaineer; Guta Barbosa, trekking practitioner and outdoor enthusiast; and…
Home composting: a simple solution for your organic waste
The practice of separating plastics and packaging for recycling is already common in many Brazilian households. But what do you do with the food scraps left over in your kitchen?…
Nature experiences: what we can learn about leadership and humanity
The natural environment is one of the main classrooms when it comes to environmental education and conservation. It is no coincidence that the methodology of the Leave No Trace course…
How eTrilhas is boosting ccotourism in Brazil
Today, visitors to the municipalities of Trajano de Moraes and Rio Claro, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, find well-structured and signposted trail options, with lush natural beauty, historical…
Between Mountains and Stories, Eliseu Frechou Helped Build Climbing in Brazil
Eliseu Frechou traded São Paulo’s capital for São Bento do Sapucaí in 1989, when the Pedra do Baú complex had fewer than ten climbing routes. At the time, adventure tourism…
Gear Tips and Rede Brasileira de Trilhas: a partnership that drives sustainable experiences in nature
Transformative experiences in nature have the potential to awaken people’s well-being, as well as add value to local communities. However, to keep trails preserved, it is necessary to educate and…
Adventure Sports Fair: the fair that opened the doors for the outdoor market in Brazil
Those who are from the old days in the universe of activities in nature certainly feel a certain nostalgia when remembering the Adventure Sports Fair. The largest adventure sports and…
Radio communication: accessible service expands safety in remote areas
In remote areas, having a reliable means of communication is essential to deal with unforeseen events and emergencies, ensuring quick support, safer decision-making, and risk reduction. Quite popular in Europe…
Gear Tips and Instituto Semeia together to spread the principles of Leave No Trace
The mission of the Instituto Semeia is very clear and noble: to ensure that all Brazilians visit the country’s parks and feel proud of them. To achieve this, the institution…
Trilhas & Rumos: a journey that began with Brazil’s first compact tent
Fernando Andreis was a young man about to turn 30 years old when he had the idea of making a lighter, more compact and simpler camping tent to carry. Today,…
Jeff Santos makes history by completing the Triple Crown of trails
Until 2015, the Minas Gerais native Jeff Santos led an urban and nightlife-oriented life, far from any athletic profile. His first hiking experiences were the Caminho da Fé, after going…
Mountain Protection Award 2025: Gear Tips stands out among the top 5 projects
The CAPACITAR Program was among the 5 best projects focused on sustainability that competed for the Mountain Protection Award 2025, promoted by UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation). Alongside our…
Gear Tips and eTrilhas app unite to amplify awareness about minimum impact
If you practice or work professionally in outdoor activities, you’ve certainly already used eTrilhas. The app gathers information about trails throughout Brazil, with photos of the main attractions, including some…
NTK celebrates 50 years with the vigor of a young explorer
Always at the forefront and anticipating trends, NTK reaches 50 years as a reference in the camping and leisure segment. The brand revolutionized the Brazilian market with products such as…
Lorpen Socks: sustainability behind every thread
Known and admired by outdoor activity enthusiasts, Lorpen socks stand out for their innovation and quality. Their exclusive technologies combine different layers of materials to ensure comfort, durability, and moisture…
Safety: how satellite services operate in emergencies and rescues
Essential in planning outdoor activities, safety is one of the fundamental pillars for those who practice trekking, climbing, cycling, among other modalities. On the equipment list – especially for those…
State Park Serra do Mar monitors receive Leave No Trace training
The Parque Estadual Serra do Mar – Núcleo Bertioga has been experiencing exponential growth in the number of visitors. In 2024, around 12,000 people enjoyed the park’s natural beauty. In…