Finding a Hiking Trail in your Neck of the Woods
One of the best ways to get involved in hiking and learning about this wonderful activity is to go to your local parks, state parks, national parks or any recreational area you can find that is close to home. Many communities offer walking and biking paths and you can probably find something a short drive [...]
Mike Rowe Encourages Americans to Get Dirty on National Trails Day®
American Hiking Society’s 19th annual trails celebration, Saturday, June 4th http://www.pitchengine.com/pitch/145927/ Technorati Tags: Mike Rowe, National Trails Day
CamelBak M.U.L.E. 100 OZ. Hydration Pack – A Survival Podcast Review
This is a quick review of the CamelBak M.U.L.E. 100 OZ. Hydration Pack often referred to as the camel back mule. If you are interested in buying this item online you can get it at Amazon at this link http://tinyurl.com/camel-bak-mule The positives Well built almost bullet proof in fact from a construction stand point. I [...]
Canyon Hiking Safety : Resting on Hiking Trails
If a safe resting place emerges on a hike, try resting with legs elevated to help circulation. Elevate the legs to rest on a trail with an experienced trail guide in this free hiking video. Expert: Joanna Joseph Bio: Joanna Joseph has lived in Canyon Country since 1974. She has been leading hikes in the [...]
How to Choose Hiking Trails
Picking hiking trails is easy with these tips. Get advice on backpacking, hiking, and the great outdoors in this video. Duration : 0:2:24 Technorati Tags: Backpacking, fitness level, Hiking, outdoors, trails, Wilderness Trekkers
What is the best hiking trail in Split Rock Lighthouse State Park? Also any must hike trails in North shore?
Going camping to Split Rock Lighthouse State Park with a friend of mine. Looking to do some hiking. Any trails anyone can recommend in the park or in the area? We are looking for 1-4 hr hikes. Thanks. Attached is the website that has a map of the area. There are some hiking trails on [...]
How can I prepare for hiking the Appalachian Trail?
My friend and I are hiking the Appalachian Trail this summer after graduation. We’re both athletic and are willing to work HARD to get in shape for this. He is a skier, and I am a runner and the more punishing the work out the better, but it has to be relevant, so bring it [...]
What is a good dog breed for hiking?
(Ruff Wear BackPack from ALTREC.COM) Free Shipping on Select Outdoor gear and clothing at Altrec.com I like a medium size dog that preferably doesn’t shed too much. What breed should I look at for a hiking companion that will accept carrying a pack and not get too tired or aggitated? Okay, now [...]
Should I take my dog hiking/camping or kennel her?
I have had a dog for a week and my boyfriend and I would like to go on a hiking trip. I can’t decide whether it would be better to kennel the dog or take her with us on the hiking/camping trip. The pros of taking her hiking would be that she gets to [...]
Where can I find dog backpacks for hiking?
Q: I’m starting to begin training for a hike in May. I’m taking my Black Lab with me. She’s 65lbs, I’ve been trying to find a dog pack to fit her. I’ve read that the backpacks that Petsmart sell are of poor quailty. I need to know where I can find a pack for her [...]
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