Safety and Survival
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Microspikes Are My New Best Friends
By Emily Pennington “Why have I never used these before?!” I quietly exclaimed to myself as I skipped down the side of an ice-covered ridge in Yosemite National Park. Rather than boulder-hopping and mountain-goating from stone to stone as I had on my way up the mountain, I was suddenly free to move, parading over…
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Bear spray or guns for protection?
Personal protection against bears – guns or bear spray? By Carley Fairbrother I spent seven years as a backcountry ranger in northern British Columbia, and one of the questions I got asked the most was, “do you carry a gun out there?” They seemed genuinely concerned when I told them that I usually just carried…
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33 Top Rated Hiking and Camping Gear on Amazon
This Top Rated list compiled for women outdoor adventurers only features products with at least 4.3/5 stars and 25+ reviews on the global Amazon platform. By Kelly Price When you’re out in the wilderness, it’s just you, Mother Nature and your gear. It’s critical for every product you bring with you to (1) do its…
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Top Ten Tips for Solo Females Headed to India
By Emily Pennington So, ever the over-achiever, I did an enormous amount of research before embarking on my first solo trip to India. I jumped on phone calls and talked extensively with girlfriends who had been before, in addition to scouring top travel blogs and sites like TripAdvisor and HostelWorld. Below are the tips I…
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Know Your Knots Infographic
By Sarah Brown Making Effective Knots Made Simple Feel like you are all thumbs when it comes to doing knots? You are definitely not alone! As outdoor enthusiasts, we all know that we need to do knots with our ropes for everything from camping to fishing and survival. It is obviously important when out in…
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What you must have in your First Aid Kit
By Oceana Setaysha A first aid kit is a must-carry for any hiker or camper who understands and respects the wild environment they are exploring. Regardless of the length of your trip, how far you will be traveling, or whether you’ll be going alone or with companions, you should have a personal first aid kit…
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Survival Preparation Tips for Wilderness Camping
By Stephanie McHugh Wilderness camping is the ultimate unplugged-in-nature experience. There is physical challenge involved because all of your needs are carried on your back. Being imbedded in nature is best enjoyed when you have essentials for survival. Many of the tips and tricks of a successful wilderness camping trip are learned by experience. Preparation…
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Planning Your Hike while Backpacking
By Janessa Tice Miller Planning your hike should consider some key things before you head out on a backpacking trip. Doing this correctly from the start will help ensure your hike goes smoothly and safely. Planning Your Hike Route & Daily Mile Goal Before you can do anything else on a backpacking trip, you need…
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Wilderness Safety and Survival
By Iris West If you are a fan of activities that often take you to the wilderness such as camping and hiking, then it is important that you familiarize yourself with safety and survival for the wilderness. If you have little or no outdoor survival skills, then it’s best to do a little research before…
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Common First Aid Treatments Needed by Hikers
By Stephanie McHugh Hiking is a robust activity that frequently results in injuries. A wide range of injuries are common among hikers. Anyone going on a lengthy hike could benefit from packing basic first aid supplies for the journey. Carry your first aid hiking equipment in a clear plastic bag, to minimize the added weight.…