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What to do if you encounter a bear

What Should You Do If You See a Bear While Hiking or Camping ?

While still pretty rare, it pays to know what to do if you come face to face with a bear while hiking and what to do to avoid them.

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May 26, 2020

How to Hang a Bear Bag

How to Hang a Bear Bag

Although out of favor for keeping your food safe from bears, hanging a bear bag can still keep your food away from other critters.

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May 26, 2020

How to Store Food in Bear Country

How to Store Food When Camping in Bear Country

With their super keen sense of smell, bears are attracted to pretty much anything that smells interesting.

So how do you keep them away? Find out >>

May 26, 2020

Bear Safety Tips for hikers

How To Avoid Bears and Other Safety Tips for Hikers

It is well known the smell of food will entice neighborhood bears to your campsite.

But what else should you do to keep them away from your campsite?

May 26, 2020

Essential Night Hiking Safety Tips

7 Essential Night Hiking Safety Tips

Using these essential tips for night hiking safety will leave you with an all-new experience full of unique sights and sounds.

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May 4, 2020

Common Hiking Blunders

9 Hiking Blunders to Avoid

To avoid common hiking blunders you should always think about what you need and what you should take care of beforehand.

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April 25, 2020

How to Stay Hydrated

How to Stay Hydrated

How hard is it to drink all the water that you need for any given day? You typically need 12 cups per day.

So here are some tips to stay well hydrated >>

April 24, 2020

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 >>

April 23, 2020

Hiking Checklist

Hiking Checklist – Must-Have Kit for your Day Hike

Time invested in prep and the right hiking supplies can have a significant impact on the success or failure of a planned trip in the wilderness.

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April 16, 2020

How To Avoid Common Hiking Injuries

How to Avoid Common Hiking Injuries

Hiking is generally pretty safe, but pushing the body too hard or not being well prepared can result in injuries or illness.

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April 11, 2020

What Should a Hiking First Aid Kit Include

What Should a Hiking First Aid Kit Include?

Being prepared includes taking a hiking first aid kit. But what should you take and what can you leave at home?

Read on to find out more >>

March 26, 2020

Hiking Etiquette

Hiking Etiquette and Rules

Any regular hiker will know there are several unwritten rules relating to trail and hiking etiquette.

For new hikers, this is Hiking Etiquette 101 >>

March 18, 2020

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