Enjoying the wilderness naturally entails sacrificing some of the comforts of home. Cooking, in particular, can be problematic once you step outside your kitchen; but don't worry. Eating in the backcountry (or front country rustic campsites) doesn't have to be scant or unsatisfying. With a simple camping stove and a water source, you can keep your body no… read more
Food on the trail is one of the most important considerations in hiking and backpacking. You need to give yourself as many nutrients as possible because, chances are, you are expending far more energy that you normally do back at home. The difficulty of choosing the right food for the trail comes in the form of specific tastes, of course, but also making the… read more
Though it is important to bring along food and water on any hike, desert hiking comes with its own special needs. Your body uses extra energy to help keep you cool in hot climates, and you also need to replace electrolytes. When you lose electrolytes through sweating you can develop hyponatremia, a dangerous condition that can lead to seizures or even death.… read more
Hiking is more than just a walk in the park. Depending on the length of your hike and the terrain, you stand to burn a serious number of calories. Replenishing the calories you lose can keep your energy level up and make your hike more enjoyable. Dehydrated foods are a good option for hikers who want to have enough food without weighing down their pack. read more
Planning food for your hiking trip is actually among the most important elements of your preparation. Many novice hikers don't realize that you need as much as double your normal caloric intake to fuel your body and keep warm out on the trail. Not packing enough of the right foods can lead to problems when daily rations don't fulfill your needs, or when extr… read more
The Ventana Wilderness is part of the Los Padres National Forest and is contained within the Santa Lucia Mountains. These rugged, steep peaks add to the isolated beauty of the area. Incredibly diverse landscape runs from the Pacific co… read more
October events in Ohio offer natural outdoor attractions, parades and historical performances. The fall season draws many tourists to the southern area of the state for scenic tours of the changing of the leaves. Lodging options in thi… read more
The purpose of eating food along the trail is to provide quick energy to keep you going in between more substantial meals. Trail food should be lightweight and easy to access. Ideally, you want to pack a combination of different foods,… read more
Maple Grove, Wisconsin, sits on the banks of the Mississippi River, about 100 miles west of Madison. Directly across the river in Minnesota is the Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest. There the outdoor enthusiast can find b… read more
Hiking or biking through France is a rite of passage that should not be missed. When you need to buy food supplies, stick to the basics: bread, cheese, water, powdered milk, trail mix, peanut butter, instant coffee, cocoa, dry energy d… 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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