Have you ever thought of going on a hiking adventure? Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to spend a day off or even a free weekend coming up? If you are like many other Americans, there is a good chance that the thought has at least crossed your mind before. Hiking is …
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Backpacking provides an escape from my urban lifestyle. I feel all my worries and anxieties slowly fade into the distance when I head for the mountains. Sleeping under the stars, with the sounds of nature quiets my soul. But, well-deserved sleep is abruptly interrupted if your sleeping pad leaks? More importantly, how do you fix …
Hiking for seniors is gaining in popularity as baby boomers retire. But, what we once could do in our younger days is now a challenge on the trail. To help combat the ruggedness of a trail is one piece of equipment that older hikers simply can not do without – hiking poles or as some …
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Hiking safety and survival affects all hikers and backpackers. However, hikers over 50 must be aware of additional safety concerns. Although we don’t like to admit it, old geezers generally have more health-related issues than younger hikers. Here are 21 simple survival tips for hikers over 50. I have personally experienced each and every one …
How Much Water Do I Need Take Backpacking As a general rule of thumb, you need to drink about a half-liter of water every hour while hiking. In other words, your body needs 3 to 5 liters per day when backpacking. If breathing heavily and sweating profusely, you may end up needing to drink …
Backpacking and hiking on an outside nature hike in the woods or forest with your family, friends, and loved ones can be a very fun and memorable experience. But, you need to be prepared for your hike! Below are some warnings and tips that will help you avoid certain situations that can damper your …
Does the thought of buying the perfect hiking gift for a friend or relative make you smile or does it stress you out?
Is there a mature hiker or backpacker on your gift-giving list? What can you give to someone who already has everything?
So what is mountain sickness and why does it happen? Also known as altitude sickness, mountain sickness is characterized by common symptoms that occur when you ascend to higher altitudes too quickly.
Maybe you’re like me and are a senior hiker. With being an older hiker there come some life-threating safety concerns on the trail. Hiking is a fantastic solution to warding off the ravages of age. It is a great way to get back in shape. Firm up a few muscles. Lose a little weight.
One of the quintessential activities of backpacking is sitting around a campfire in the cool of the evening before retiring for the night. Roasted marshmallows are campfire favorites along with ghost stories and adventure tales from the day’s hike. Yes, the Geez has been known to embellish a story or two for the sake of …