Activities
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Hiking and backpacking when it’s wet
By Lynley Joyce You’ve organised a walk with friends. It’s been months in the planning and the weather forecast is for heavy rain. What do you do? Consider your options The colours can be more intense just after rain, and hikers can get that extra sense of being out in the elements. Life would be…
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Common First Aid Treatments Needed by Hikers
By Stephanie McHugh Hiking is a robust activity that frequently results in injuries. A wide range of injuries are common among hikers. Anyone going on a lengthy hike could benefit from packing basic first aid supplies for the journey. Carry your first aid hiking equipment in a clear plastic bag, to minimize the added weight.…
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Here’s the Skinny on Skinny Dipping
By Phoebe Hodina Picture this: You’ve been hiking a long, arduous trail. You’re tired, but the sun is shining and the view is gorgeous. You come across a crystal blue lake, sparkling in the summer sun. Perhaps you are with some adventure-seeking friends, and other than your companions, nobody is around. It’s the perfect opportunity,…
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Poisonous Plants to Beware of on Hikes
By Stephanie McHugh You may think that having proper hydration, broken-in hiking boots, some nature, and perhaps bug repellant is all a hiker really needs. But an encounter with one of many poisonous plants is all it may take to learn how things really are. Some knowledge about poisonous plant life is important when hiking…
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Hiking with kids – Making it fun for all
By Lynley Joyce Camping and hiking with kids can be rewarding for everyone. Here are some things you should consider to make the experience a really good one to enjoy and remember. Keep the long-term in mind Is the goal to climb that mountain this weekend, or to encourage a life-long love of hiking? The…
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Hiking food: Eat well while carrying less
Enhance your experience in nature by enjoying better hiking food. By Lynley Joyce Hiking food: Nothing tastes better than a hearty meal at the end of an excellent day’s walk. The trick is to not be too exhausted from having to carry your food. Day walks are simple. Pack your lunch box, take a bottle…
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8 Long Term Camping and Hiking Tips
By Kristina Eaton Long term camping and hiking trips require more than just a good pair of boots. From thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail to trekking in the outback for weeks at a time, here are 8 tips to prepare, plan and remain positive on your upcoming long term camping and hiking trip. Long…
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Camping: Pick your Sport
Why spend heaps at indoor gyms when in nature, you can pick your sport from so many great options? By Shelby Kisgen Camping is considered a leisure sport because if all you want to do is eat and sleep outside that is perfectly acceptable. If you want more rousing entertainment, it is a good idea…
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6 Essential Fishing Tips for Beginners
By Shelby Kisgen One of the most peaceful ways to become in tune with nature is to sit on the river bank and watch the flowing water. A way to enjoy water that is not only peaceful but also entertaining, and sometimes delicious, is through fishing. Could use a few fishing tips? Read on… …
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Top 10 Trail Etiquette Tips
Trail etiquette is getting more and more important as the numbers of people that wander outdoors continually increases. Check out our list of tips here. By Shelby Kisgen Pick a Side: Whichever side the country drives the cars is typically a good rule of thumb that you should also walk on that side of the…