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Medicinal wild plants are a staple of outdoor survival. One of the imperative survival skills any back-country hiker must learn is the recognition of local flora that is safe to eat and possesses medicinal properties. Hikers who are aw…
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Many of the plants we look on as weeds are actually some of the most nourishing and delicious foods. They are what sustained our prehistoric ancestors until they learned how to hunt. Today, many of them can be found growing in every pa…
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Gatorade is a popular advanced-hydration drink that delivers vitamins and calories, and replenishes fluids throughout the body. Gatorade comes in a variety of flavors and is used by active individuals around the world.
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Organizing camping food can be tough. To get the most from your food on the trail, balance your caloric intake with the energy it takes to carry the load. Most hikers find dehydrated and condensed foods make the highest calorie-to-weig…
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Familiarity with local edible wild plants is a valuable survival tool as well as a convenience, allowing you to supplement the food you carry and forage in an emergency.
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If you are looking for a bird that is easy to take care of, is active and entertaining to watch, and has relatively few health problems, consider a finch. It is an ideal pet for someone looking for a low-maintenance animal who can live…
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Wild edible plants are sometimes regarded as weeds when in fact most are bursting with vitamins and minerals. Wild edibles are found growing in abundance on vacant lots, lawns, grass verges, woodlands and hillsides, and on and around r…
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To increase the enjoyment of your camping experience, you should plan all meals before setting out. The food you decide to prepare will ultimately come down to personal preference, but you should eat properly even in the woods. Similar…
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Have you ever dreamed of living off the land? Edible plants grow wild everywhere, but few have the ability to identify and make use of them. Learning to recognize common edible plants in every season and how to prepare them will help y…
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Packing for a backpacking trip largely depends on how long you will be gone and the terrain you will be covering. Before packing food for your trip, you need to consider how many calories you will expend daily. Many companies speciali…
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Gatorade is a thirst quencher and electrolyte replenisher that refuels the body with calories and chloride, potassium and sodium. There are over 8 different varieties of this sport drink including one lower calorie version and some wit…
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Wild edible plants are a free source of vitamins, minerals and unusual tastes to city-bred palates. Keep in mind that not all wild plants are edible, and not all edible plants are pleasant to eat. A good guidebook, specific to your are…
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Eating properly is essential to a your health as a cyclist, making rides more enjoyable and helping your body work to its full potential. Filling your gas tank with healthy ingredients helps muscles fire properly, assist blood chemist…
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Houston offers a wealth of history and activities for tourists and travelers to the East Texas area. The fourth largest city in the United States, Houston features a vibrant Theater District with music venues, movie theaters and dramat…
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Trail mix is a classic food source for backpackers because the contents are lightweight, preserved and calorie-dense foods, such as nuts, dried fruits and vegetables and chocolate. While a hungry backpacker hauling 50 lbs. or more over…
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