Beginner hikers are often unsure of the advantages of using trekking poles. In fact, many hikers never feel the need for poles until they first use them. Few avid hikers, and especially backpackers, leave home without them--and for good reason. Trekking poles help reduce leg strain, help establish pace and help maintain balance. read more
Preparation is crucial in hiking. Whether you're out for a weekend hike or a week-long trip, you never know what you might encounter. Assemble a hiking survival kit to place in your pack for emergency situations. read more
Gatlinburg is a mountain getaway destination in Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains. A year-round vacation spot, Gatlinburg's biggest draw is the mountains themselves. Great Smoky Mountain National Park features more than 800 miles of trails perfect for anything from a day hike to a week-long trek. Have a picnic, go fishing, take a dip in one of the area river… read more
Visitors to St. John's, Newfoundland, on the far eastern edge of Canada, will find the city surrounded by parks, hiking trails and numerous water activities. The island is filled with and surrounded by natural wonders. You can paddle in the bay and see humpback whales and icebergs. Short hikes and week-long adventures are available along the hundreds of t… read more
Whether traveling on a day hike or a week-long backpacking adventure, it is important to be prepared. Your preparedness could mean the difference between life and death in emergencies. No one plans to get lost or suffer an injury but it happens and what you have in your gear bag for survival can make a bad situation livable. You need to consider where you ar… read more
If you spend any time in the wilderness, from day hikes to week-long backpacking trips, some survival knowledge is essential. A few simple skills and items can make all the difference when you find yourself in an emergency situation. A… read more
Many Minnesota hiking clubs are composed of people concerned with specific trails. Other hiking clubs consist of a loosely organized group who enjoy planned hikes in locations around the state or in neighboring states. Some groups are… 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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