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
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
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, including sugary foods for quick energy and high-protein food and snacks that facilitate the production of saliva, which wil… 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
Hiking is an enjoyable activity in any weather. By following a few, simple winter hiking tips, you are in for a treat! These tips are designed to keep you safe, comfortable and going strong in a weather that scares off a lot of fellow… read more
The two concerns that separate cross-country trekking from both camping and day hiking are food and water. When a trekker is spending days marching overland, everything she needs must be brought with her. The load will get lighter as t… read more
For short camping trips without big hikes, food is easy. Your cooler is like a miniature fridge that can easily accommodate any ingredients you will need for a few outdoor meals. For more extended camping trips or backwoods excursions,… 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 lo… read more
After a long day of hiking through Medina County, Ohio's secluded wildlife parks, you can count on a nice dinner from restaurants in and around the county line. For something outside of the boring burger joint, you may want to try some… 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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