Ruck Sacks Collection

The Hiker & Camper 1934
Stylised front cover of The Hiker and Camper magazine featuring an advertisement for Stormgard rain capes, leggings sou westers & rucksacks, all necessary for keen hikers

The Suez crisis - Home for Christmas - troops disembarking from the "Empire Ken"
The Suez crisis - Home for Christmas - troops disembarking from the " Empire Ken" at Southampton 18/12/56

1930s, UK, Ramblers Association, Poster

Hiker Leaps Between Rocks Near Noatak River In The Brooks Range, Gates Of The Arctic National Park, Northwestern Alaska, Above The Arctic Circle, Arctic Alaska, Summer

Backlit View Of Hiker Leaping Between Rocks Near Noatak River In The Brooks Range, Gates Of The Arctic National Park, Northwestern Alaska, Above The Arctic Circle, Arctic Alaska, Summer

Female Ice Climber Climbs The Frozen Nugget Falls With Mendenhall Glacier In The Background, Juneau, Southeast Alaska, Winter

Inuit Eskimo Women
Canadian Inuit Women

Trekkers crossing temporary bridge, Marsyandi Valley

Irish Scouts at a wayside cross
Irish Scouts, on a hike with rucksacks, stopped at a wayside cross in Glencree, County Wicklow, Ireland. 1960s

Three Ramblers
Three ramblers make their way through a wood along a path, carrying compact rucksacks on their backs. Date: 1930s

The Hiker & Camper Mag
Front cover of The Hiker and Camper, the magazine advising on one of the premier hobbies of the thirties. Feature an advertisement for Stormgard capes, sou westers, rucksacks

Backpackers scrambling, Pen y Fan, Brecon Beacons, Powys, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

A hiker takes in the view on the shore of Tenaya Lake, in the Tuolumne Meadows, near Tioga Pass and Yosemite Valley, Sierra Nevada, California, United States of America, North America

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"Exploring the Great Outdoors: A Journey Through Time with Ruck Sacks" Step back in time to 1934, when hikers and campers relied on sturdy ruck sacks to carry their essentials during expeditions. The Hiker & Camper magazine of that year captured the spirit of adventure. During the Suez crisis, troops returning home for Christmas were seen disembarking from the "Empire Ken, " their trusty ruck sacks slung over their shoulders. These bags became a symbol of resilience and hope amidst challenging times. In the 1930s, UK's Ramblers Association promoted outdoor activities through captivating posters featuring individuals proudly donning ruck sacks. These images inspired many to explore nature's wonders. The Army and Navy Stores Catalogue of 1939-40 showcased litho prints displaying various ruck sack models, highlighting their durability and functionality for military personnel embarking on missions. Fast forward to modern times, where hikers leap between rocks near Noatak River in Alaska's Brooks Range. Their reliable ruck sacks provide comfort as they venture into Gates Of The Arctic National Park above the Arctic Circle - a true testament to human resilience against nature's challenges. A female ice climber fearlessly conquers frozen Nugget Falls in Juneau, Southeast Alaska during winter months. Her dependable ruck sack carries essential gear while she embraces the breathtaking beauty surrounding her. From trekkers crossing temporary bridges to Swedish Air Cadets and Irish Scouts at wayside crosses - all rely on their trusted rucksacks as they embark on unforgettable journeys filled with camaraderie and exploration. Through decades past and present, these versatile companions have stood by adventurers' sides - carrying dreams, necessities, memories, and stories waiting to be told. Ruck sacks truly embody the spirit of wanderlust that resides within us all.