Hiking Safety

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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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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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 >>

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?

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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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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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 >>

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

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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.

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

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

For new hikers, this is Hiking Etiquette 101 >>