The top reasons to use hiking poles as backed by science and pro backpackers include hiking faster, balance, stability, and protecting joints and knees.
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Safety tips for crossing rivers and creeks while hiking and backpacking
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Risk assessment and decision making tips and advice for backpackers in a high snow year on the PCT, JMT, or CDT in the Sierra and San Juan mountains for group travel
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Tips, gear, and safety for thru-hiking in a high snow year on the PCT, JMT, or CDT in the Sierra and San Juan mountains, as recommended by a wilderness pro
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Video recording of a live event with Syren Nagakyrie founder of Disabled Hikers and author of The Disabled Hikers Guidebook to Western Washington and Oregon
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These beginner-friendly yoga poses help hikers and backpackers stretch, balance, and create space in the body.
Poses such as the thunderbolt, downward-facing dog, tree pose, etc. can help with practice, warm-up, and recovery when venturing outdoors.
Whether the thought of hiking solo excites or scares you, these solo hiking tips from a professional self-defense instructor will prepare you for a successful solo hike. Make sure to research the trail, share your plan, and know your limits.
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All adventurers once took their first steps in the outdoors. You too can develop your skills by starting small and starting early. Pack the essentials, check the weather, and start enjoying nature on your way to becoming an experienced hiker.
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