For most short day hikes it’s not difficult to plan the route of the trail and be prepared. However, hikes spanning multiple days can be hard to do, especially if you’re new to such adventure. But once you overcome it, the gratification you’ll feel will be unlike any other. To successfully finish a multiple day hiking trip, planning and preparation ...

Daypacks and backpacks are the most common type of bags used by many, and for a good reason. They are hands free, and the weight of your luggage is distributed properly, unlike messenger bags that hang on one side and weighs down your shoulder. Compared to a trolley bag, they have a bigger advantage when used for travelling. They can ...

Whether you prefer long-distance trekking or relaxed day hikes, Europe has plenty of wonderful trails that every avid backpacker must visit. Amazing views await hikers — from crystalline lakes and waterfalls, quaint villages and towns to rugged mountains and cliffs, the continent has many sights to offer and warm loyal trekkers’ hearts. Get inspired for a fantastic hiking holiday in ...

Plenty of hikers get lost, incapacitated or even pass away while trekking throughout far-off spots on backcountry locations and wilderness spots in the country every year. The Coalition of National Park Service Retirees has said that hikes should not amount to injuries, deaths or expensive search and recovery missions. They could be avoided with proper planning before a trek. This article ...

Hiking, backpacking or camping are fun activities and it keeps you in touch with the wild. Do not let dirty water cramp your style by toting along a handy water filter system. Lake, stream or river water might seem pure or untainted up close, but seeing a drop of water samples from those areas under a microscope can be a ...

Binoculars are really great for exploring your surroundings during a hike. However, there is more than one type of binocular you can use. And although this provides quite the variety in your options, it can also cause you some difficulty in figuring out which type is best for your hiking needs. If you’re not new to the world of binoculars, chances ...

People hike and go camping to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and everyday life; it is also a great way to commune with nature. Garmin has always been concerned with the needs of outdoor activity enthusiasts and that is why this year they have come up with the Oregon, which comes in three types; the ...

Hiking, one of man’s earliest outdoor activities. Even during prehistoric times, man considered hiking as one of his primary endeavours, at times very much necessary for his survival. Man would hike and wander for food, be it for hunting wild beasts or foraging for edible plants and fruits. Sources of fresh, clean water like water holes and mountain springs were ...

Camping is one of the most fun outdoor activities you can do with your friends or family. But it’s also not without any dangers. In certain areas in the US and Canada, one common form of such threats is a bear encounter. Bears are naturally territorial, and if they feel or see any unfamiliar presence within their territory, regardless if ...

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