Take A Hiking Tour

Group of hikers in a winding trail

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Nature offers the perfect escape you’re craving solitary reflection.  But an outdoor adventure is also a great way to find camaraderie, fun and a jolt of shared adrenaline. When you want to join your friends for some outdoor enjoyment, or make new friends who share your interests, take a hiking tour.

Hiking tours can be the most excellent ways to enjoy the outdoors. Simply ask anyone who has put on hiking boots and joined a group for some back country backpacking in the wilderness. Read more . . .

The Importance Of Hiking And Camping Equipment

Water, torch, insect repellent, tent, chocolates !

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Camping and hiking equipment is an essential part of a hiker’s experience.  You would feel closer with nature when you are strolling through the woods by foot.  You need to have certain equipment to make your  journey not only enjoyable, but feasible too.  You should have a pair of hiking boots as well as a backpack that will contain the necessities as this will free up your hands for climbing or taking pictures.   You want the right camping and hiking equipment to have certain criteria.  These criteria are essential for multiple reasons.     Read more . . .

Hiking Gear Tips

Hiking gear unpacked on the floor

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Getting back to nature with a picnic in the park can be truly good for the soul.  Becoming one with nature by taking a five or ten-hour hike is good for the mind, the body and the soul.  Hiking is a great way to get your body moving and clear your mind as you quietly journey nature’s path.

Experienced hikers know that nothing can be expected along the trail, whether you’re trekking for weeks or simply on a daylong excursion.  Conditions can change, accidents can occur, and hikers of all levels must be prepared for Read more . . .

Hiking Gear

Three hikersHiking on Svalbard

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Hiking without gear is similar to stepping up to the plate without a bat.  Or perhaps, hitting the links without clubs.  When you take to the trails without hiking gear, you’re merely tagging along while everyone else is having all the fun.

You really can’t hike properly without the correct gear.  Hiking gear combines all of the essentials you’ll require to have a successful trek in the woods, and everything you’ll need to have fun with all the other kids.   Read more . . .

Essentials Of Hiking Gear

Hiking needs inside of a backpack

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It’s obvious that every piece of gear you take for hiking is important,  but the most important piece of hiking gear is definitely the backpack. It doesn’t matter what style of backpack you have as they are all equally vital. There is a huge selection of backpacks to choose from but basically there are only two types of backpacks: unframed and framed.

When considering your choice of hiking gear, consider the weight first, since you’re already going to be bogged Read more . . .