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Hiking Hints, Tips and Info

If you are looking to get into hiking, then this is the section for you.

Find useful hints and tips, helpful advice from food and water to fitness, bear safety, and some tips to help beginners start enjoying the sport of hiking.

beginner hiking tips

Beginner Hiking Tips

Hiking is a great way to get away from it all. It's also a great way to exercise and enjoy the rewards of nature at its finest.

hiking tips

Hiking Tips

The best hiking tips and advice for anyone looking to hike past their local park onto neighborhood trail.

hiking fitness

Hiking Fitness

Learn how to get fit for hiking. Find out what exercises you should do and which tips will help you prepare your body for a long hike in the woods.

food & water for hiking

Food & Water for Hiking

Useful tips and advice for cooking and eating on the trail, plus where to find and purify water.

hiking safety

Hiking Safety Tips

Learn how to stay safe hiking and have the best outdoor adventure of your life. We cover everything from first aid kits, navigation tips, and preparing for rain.

HIKING FAQS

Hiking FAQs

If you’re new to hiking and planning a hike in the wilderness, you’ll properly have one or two questions that could benefit from an answer.

Latest Posts

Post Hike Recovery

Post Hiking Recovery: 8 Useful Tips

Post hiking recovery is the must-do rule after the trauma the body experiences from a long hike in the wilderness.

Find out what to do here >>

May 23, 2021

Increase the Speed of Your Hikes

How to Increase the Speed of Your Hikes

For many, hiking is a more leisurely activity. However, for some, the aim is to cover some big distances.

These are our tips to get your daily mileages up

May 23, 2021

Practice Camping Get Accustomed to Sleeping Outdoors

Practice Camping & Get Accustomed to Sleeping Outdoors

If camping is new to you, or you have new gear, we would thoroughly recommend a few nights practice in your back yard.

See our hints and tips here >>

May 23, 2021

Tips for Hot Weather Hiking

Tips for Hot Weather Hiking

Everyone loves beautiful, sunny days, but hot weather hiking can be dangerous.

Follow these words of advice and enjoy your hike in the sun >>

May 23, 2021

How to Stay Hydrated During Winter Hikes

Even though it’s cold doesn’t mean you’re not dehydrating!

Learn the importance of staying hydrated during winter hikes. Find out more >>

May 22, 2021

No Cook Hiking Meals

5 Easy To Prepare No Cook Hiking Meals

No-stove hiking meals are perfect for those wishing to avoid the weight of carrying a stove, pot, and fuel combo.

These are some of our favorites >>

May 22, 2021

Why Do My Hands Swell During Long Hikes

Swollen Hands Hiking: Why Do My Hands Swell During Long Hikes?

Q. Why do my hands swell during long hikes? A. Swollen hands or similar are quite common when hiking.

Find out more and what to do here >>

May 22, 2021

How Long Will My Hike Take

How Long Will My Hike Take? A Guide to Estimating Your Hiking Time

Aside from the distance, the time to complete a hike depends on several factors, from the type of terrain to the weather and your fitness.

Find out more >>

May 22, 2021

Tips to Get Fit for Hiking

4 Tips to Get Fit for Hiking

Hiking is an adventurous and fun activity, but it does require a level of fitness.

Follow these simple tips to get fit for hiking >>

May 22, 2021

Essential Hydration Safety Tips For Hiking

Essential Hydration Safety Tips For Hiking

Maintaining body fluids and abiding by basic hiking hydration safety tips is essential for a safe time on the trails.

Read more here >>

May 22, 2021

High Altitude Hiking Hydration

Our Guide to High Altitude Hiking Hydration

We all know it is important to stay hydrated while hiking, but if you love the mountains, keeping hydrated becomes harder.

Find out more >>

May 22, 2021

DIY Jerky Recipes

6 Home Made Jerky Recipes for Hiking and Camping Energy!

Get your butt some energy when on the hiking trail or camping with this DIY jerky how-to and our home made jerky recipes.

Find out more here >>

May 22, 2021

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