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Hiking Safety in Mountain AreasSummer is here, and that means it's time for outdoor activities. If your plans take you into the mountains this summer, here's what you need to know to make sure you stay safe.- Snakes and Hiking SafetyAvoiding snakes is a key part of hiking safety. While the chances of being bitten by a poisonous snake are low, a few simple steps can reduce the risk even farther.
Best Hiking Trails on OahuThe island of Oahu has many popular hiking trails that display the beauty of the islands. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or finding something to do, there is a trail waiting for you to explore.
Day Hiking Safety: The Ten EssentialsThe Sierra Club recommends that, in the interest of safety, all day hikers carry in their packs ten essential items.- Triple Play in the ADKsThis hike naturally divided itself into three sections: The Northville-Placid Trail, some scouting of the proposed North Country Trail route, and road / canal walks.
- Hiking SafetyHowever, there are some dangers to hiking. Being careful and alert to your surroundings will ensure your hike is safe. Here are some simple tips to remember
Hiking Safety Tips: Tips to Make Your Hiking Experience More EnjoyableThese safety tips are meant to improve your hiking experience by making sure that you make it back from your hike in one piece.- Hiking for BeginnersHiking is a fun way to get some exercise, but there are things you need to know before you plan your first outing. Lack of knowledge can be life altering or life ending.
Hike-in CampsHike-in Camps are a way for backpacking and hiking enthusiasts to lighten the load so-to-speak.- How to Hike Safely During Hunting SeasonUse common sense when around hunters, let them know you're there
12 Tips for Fall HikersFall is a fine time for hiking. Trees explode with autumn color. Summer heat gives way to cooler days. Still, autumn hiking carries a few cautions. Here are 12 tips for fall hikers, to ensure safer and more enjoyable walks in the autumn wilderness.- Camping Hints to Keep You Safe, HappyCamping is one of the best ways to enjoy nature and truly experience that wonderful feeling of being one with this great vast and mysterious nature.
Hike Picacho Peak in Arizona While You Still CanEnjoy great desert scenery and a challenging hike to top of Picacho Peak before the state park closes in June 2010.- Best Thirst Quenchers for HikingWhat liquids are the best for hydrating when hiking the trails?
- Hike Alone with Safety in MindBeing safe is always the best thing to do when you hike alone.
How to Choose a Safe Wilderness CampsiteMany campers have been washed away with rising waters, never to be seen again.- What to Expect on a First Backpacking TripA detailed account of what you can expect on a first backpacking trip. A little humor, a little drama and a lot of fun.
Hiking: A Slackpacker's GuideYou love hiking, but the prospect of camping out and sleeping on hard ground in unclean clothes after walking miles with a ton of stuff on your back doesn't thrill you? Then you're a slackpacker!
Henry Coe State Park in Northern California - Backpacking in the Orestimba WildernessHike rugged ridge lines, pastoral back country streams, and visit some of the most scenic lakes and ponds in a remote 87,000 acre wilderness less than an hour away from San Jose.
Ohlone TrailThree days and two nights alone on the Ohlone Trail- Benefits of Trail HikingFind out some of the many benefits of hiking on trails.
- Five Destinations for Spring HikingMy own Top Five places I can get lost in the woods once it gets warm.
- Hiking the Needles at CanyonlandsSee the variety of hikes at the Needles of Canyonlands National Park.
- Sure-Foot's Guide to HikingA short article about taking your hikes off the beaten paths. Little River Canyon, Desoto State Park, Alabama. Hiking on and off the trail. Ideal ideas for photography, stay safe!
What to Do in Hawaii: Hike the Kawaewae Ridge TrailKawaewae is short but challenging. It starts and ends in different places so be forewarned.
What to Do in Hawaii: Hike the Manana TrailLong and rugged, the Manana trail will take hikers deep into the Koolau Mountain Range, terminating with a fantastic view of windward Oahu.
Hiking on Oahu on the Waahila Ridge Trail in HawaiiWaahila Ridge trail leads to the summit of the Ko'olau Mountain Range on the spur that separates Manoa and Palolo Valleys. It is a 6-mile round trip hike.
Hiking on Oahu on the Waimano Ridge Trail in HawaiiA long but not overly rugged trail, the Waimano Ridge is for those wanting a good workout but not too much peril.
Hiking on Oahu on the Malaekahana Pools TrailA little-known trail to a little-known pool. A gem of a hike.
Hiking and Camping Along the Main Mount Whitney Trail Near Lone Pine, CaliforniaAfter a successful summit attempt, we would like to impart some trail wisdom on to you. Knowing this information up front will help you be prepared and confident as you rise 14,497 feet to the top of the contiguous United States!- Clothing to Keep You Safe While HikingI have been hiking for well over a decade and have learned several valuable lessons about hiking safety. In this article, I hope to better prepare you for trails that may be more on the dangerous side and will require tough clothing to keep you safe while hiking.
Hiking the Na Pali CoastThe hike along Kauai's Na Pali Coast is something that every person should be able to enjoy, for it is a life changing experience for everyone that makes the trek along the famed landscape of the Hanakapiai Trail.
Tips for Keeping Your Hiking Trip SafeInformation on hiking safety.