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This is the 21st century, and most of us are constantly “plugged in” and possibly helpless without our gadgets and wireless trinkets… Anyway, I’ve compiled a guide which shows you how you can enjoy a holiday in the wilderness, while retaining the electrickery which gets you through your day to day life.

Part One: What You’ll Need

This initial part of the guide outlines selection of things to bring with you on your venture into the heart of your deepest enemy… Nature

1. MP3 Player

This is one thing most of you are probably going to already have so make sure you’ve got a lot of listenable music you won’t get sick of… or if you’re not really into music then pack it full of podcasts (preferably GameOnYou podcasts) so you can get your fix of news and generally the

world of technology which you have temporarily left behind. Depending on your mp3 player’s memory, it may be recommended to ration these podcasts. If you can, bring an extra memory card packed full of entertainment.

2. Swiss Army Knife

Unlike the majority of people who buy these, if you get one before going camping you may actually have a use for it, be it fighting bears, midgets or the Swiss (fight fire with fire) the swiss army knife will prevail. Fortunately you don’t have to spend a lot of money such as the one pictured (I got a knockoff multitool for £7). For extra nerd points, you can pick up one of these (equally as) impractical bastards.

3. Mobile Phone

This may sound pretty obvious and, like the mp3 player, you’re already likely to have one. Bringing a mobile phone isn’t just for the technophiles… it’ll be likely to come in very handy. It could even save your life, but more importantly you can call your mates and ask them about the latest gaming ne

ws you’ve been missing. There’s no need to bring a gadgety phone as it’s battery probably wouldn’t last long - and you can bring individual gadgets which will do the same thing… better.

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As none of you will already know, I love music, and while I’m not a harsh critic, I know what I like. Johnny Greenwood (funnily enough AKA Lead Guitarist for Radiohead) delivers a surprisingly fantastic turn in composing the soundtrack to the unmercifully outstanding film, There Will Be Blood.

There aren’t any close nerdy connections or reasons a gamer would particularly love it, but it is something I feel everybody should hear at least once. It provides an emotional, haunting accompaniment to the film and represents the chilling themes of the film on it’s own, as well as a dedicated supplement to the film itself.

The score comprises of a (mostly) string orchestra, who adapt from giving a sense of unease in their deep slow movements and send shivers down your spine through the pluccato sections. This use of instruments gives a great embodiment of not only events within the film, but settings and characters.

If you haven’t seen the film then you should definitely watch it at the closest opportunity. If you have seen the film, or are unsure whether it’s your cup of tea then you should listen to the soundtrack as it will vastly amplify your enjoyment of the film in doing so… It will give you a picture of the pacing and themes of the film, or give you vivid recollections of key scenes (depending on whether you’ve seen it or not, of course).

Haven’t seen Ironman yet, but it’s on my list to go back and watch. Released (coming to the end of its run at most cinemas).

The Incredible Hulk was absolutely awesome (and made me want to watch Ironman even more. I’ll say no more). Released.

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