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Hiking Instruction - Articles
Backpacker Magazine BEST. HIKES. EVER.
by
Rick McCharles
Posted
Thu 25 Nov 2010 12:00am
Kelly Bastone and Dave Pidgeon:
We’ve covered 245,591 miles of trails in our 37-year history. Here are our 20 all-time favorite trips …
BEST HIKES EVER COVERED
John Muir Trail, CA | Escalante Route, AZ | Teton Crest Trail, WY | Denali, AK | Presidential Traverse, NH | The Lost Coast Trail, CA | The Needles Traverse, CO | St. Mary
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Hiking Tips - Hiking Skills
by
Hikerz ..
Posted
Sun 24 Aug 2008 1:33pm
hiking rhythm to improve your endurance and reduce strain on your legs.
Get in shape. If you're going out on a strenuous hike, make sure to get into physical shape beforehand.
Keep good posture. Maintain good posture while hiking head up, shoulders back, relaxed, swinging arms to reduce muscle strain and make you more efficient.
Start training early
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Feel Good Friday: Take a Hike (and a free hiking download)
by
Stacey S
Posted
Fri 22 Oct 2010 12:59pm
I recently had the pleasure of leading my sixth hiking group through Braintree Adult Education . We started with a classroom session, followed by a hike a Blue Hills a few days later. Hiking could quite possibly be the perfect activity: you get some fresh air, exercise, connections with nature and connections with other people.
Here
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Hiking Tips - Nutrition for Hiking
by
Hikerz ..
Posted
Sun 24 Aug 2008 1:33pm
Carb load. When you're hiking, a majority of your calories should be from complex carbohydrates (like whole grains) to keep your body fueled.
Go dried. Dried or dehydrated foods retain most of their nutritional value but are lighter in weight and smaller in volume.
Plan your meals. If you're going on a long hike, plan all your meals. Assume
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Hiking Tips - Hiking Gear
by
Hikerz ..
Posted
Sun 24 Aug 2008 1:33pm
Wear hiking boots. Hiking boots have more support and are usually waterproof. Your feet and ankles will thank you.
Wear sunglasses. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun and wind.
Wear synthetic socks. Wear non-cotton socks to help prevent blisters.
Wear synthetics. Cotton absorbs moisture and takes forever to dry. Wear
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Non-Hike Hiking
by
Amy R.
Posted
Sun 12 Sep 2010 2:18pm
Hiking with kids can sometimes be tough. Little legs get tired quickly and complaining sets in. However, if your “hike” is filled with exploring and climbing, you are sure to cover ground while not even having them realize it you’re moving.
We visited Provo River Falls , East of Kamas to see the waterfalls and rocks. TJ was wearing my GPS
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Hiking Tips - Hiking Safety
by
Hikerz ..
Posted
Sun 24 Aug 2008 1:33pm
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No sleeping with fire. If you make a fire, be sure to extinguish it before going to bed.
Prepare for altitude. If you're hiking at altitudes above 6,000 feet, go slow and steady. Sleep no more than 1,500 feet from your previous night's camp.
Start with short hikes. If you're new to hiking, start with short 3 – 5 mile hikes and work your way up
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Hiking Tips - Hiking Etiquette
by
Hikerz ..
Posted
Sun 24 Aug 2008 1:33pm
G'day mate. Say hi to fellow hikers when you pass them on the trail.
Horses rule. If you're on a trail with equestrians, let them by if they approach.
It's not a race. When approached by hikers moving faster than you, let them by.
Leave No trace. Be sure to pick up after yourself to preserve the beauty of your surroundings. You may ...
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