Backpacking and long-distance hiking necessarily mean everything that will be needed for the trip must be packed and carried. The "inn treks" of England and "teahouse trekking" of Nepal are far from the norm, and setting out on a hike such as the Appalachian Trail means spending several days between supply stops. Since a backpacker also needs to carry some c… read more
Granola makes a healthy, nutritious cereal and a good snack food. Creating and baking homemade granola only requires a few ingredients, but you can certainly experiment as you become more familiar with the cooking method. Most granola recipes call for nuts because they are nutritious and help to bulk out the product, but they are high in calories and should… read more
When out hiking or bike riding, it is important to bring food to increase your energy when your stamina begins to fail (or when your stomach begins to rumble). However, it is not always possible to pack and carry a full lunch, so you may want to bring an energy bar instead. Of course there are many different energy bars available, all with different ingredie… read more
Calorie counting can be a very useful tool in losing, gaining or maintaining weight. Knowing how to count calories is simple, and it can be an effective way to control your weight when exercising or dieting. read more
Many people think that even a car-camping trip necessitates reliance on processed, pre-packaged foods. This kind of food is convenient and easy to prepare, but it is hardly the only option or even the best one. A variety of tasty, nutritious foods are convenient for both backcountry and developed, "frontcountry" camping. Ultimately, however, the campers' pal… read more
The marathon is a 26.2-mile running event. While many people are knowledgable about training tips, others are not so savvy about their diets. Sure, you are burning loads of calories when you're running 20 to 40 miles a week. However, l… read more
Spending time in wilderness areas can provide a wonderful sense of peaceful isolation. Often we get so excited about the prospect of getting out of town that some sensibilities slip the mind. It is always better to be prepared when h… read more
Heart rate monitors (HRMs) can provide an invaluable aid, because by tracking your pulse they also give you a guide as to both how hard you are working and what kind of physical conditioning you are engaging in. However, as these devic… read more
Heart rate monitors are the ideal workout companion for those who enjoy bicycling, jogging, hiking and running. By keeping track of your target heart rate, calories burned and distance traveled, you are able to closely monitor enduran… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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