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How to be prepared for a walk/hike during spring rattlesnake season

By 4wildlife

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I am a wildlife photographer, I am out hiking around looking for wildlife alot. The spring rebirth is all around us, including Rattlesnakes. I have learned alot about them. How to watch out for snakes when they come out of hibernation in the ... more »

How to Buy a Backpack for a Woman

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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The best women's backpacks are designed to fit a woman's smaller frame, narrower shoulders and wider hips while still being capacious enough to carry heavy loads... more »

How to Choose Food for Cold Weather Backpacking

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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You burn about twice as many calories backpacking in the winter than you do during your normal daily life. You'll need to eat plentiful amounts of hot foods and calorie-rich foods to keep warm, so forget about starting that diet until you're out ... more »

How to Create Fun Family Camping Activities

By Tonig

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Bring your family camping and the trip will provide memories for a lifetime. The trip should be enjoyed by all so some planned activities should be packed with you to take on your outdoor adventure. Leave some 'down-time' so each person can enjoy ... more »

How to Cross a Barbed Wire Fence

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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A barbed wire fence is a nuisance in any situation where you're trying to make time. Torn clothing, nicked fingers and lost minutes are just a few of the inconveniences you have to endure to cross a barbed wire fence. So, follow these steps to ... more »

How to Dehydrate and Package Food for Backpacking

By carolineschley

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Using dehydrated food for backpacking is a great idea. It allows you to plan full, varied and healthy meals at a minimal weight. It is a fun and engaging process to cook and dehydrate food and it is great to have a homemade, hot meal with ... more »

How to Enjoy a Day Trip to the Olympic National Park

By DogMan7

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Enjoy one of the several day trips into the pristine wilderness of the Olympic National Park in Washington. Start at the Olympic National Park Visitor Center in Port Angeles. Ask the rangers there about up to date road and trail information then ... more »

How to Enjoy the Outdoors in Birmingham, Alabama

By Camille Platt

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For many people, the thought of Birmingham conjures up images of music festivals, shopping and The Civil Rights Movement. But with hiking, rock climbing, disc golf and family-friendly parks and gardens, “The Magic City” is also home to an ... more »

How to Entertain Kids at a Campsite

By Elizabeth McGuire

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For the most part, kids can entertain themselves if let loose among trees, rocks and open space—that’s the genius of outdoor play. But after all the exploring and hiking has been exhausted, you may need some help entertaining the troops at the ... more »

How to Go Backpacking During The Holidays

By Tomaree

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Go on a trip with a difference these holidays! Take a load off, be with family, relax, move around and get out into nature with a backpacking trip... more »

How to Go Hiking in Mt. Charleston, Nevada

By RedheadWriting

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A little-known gem located only 30 minutes from Las Vegas, the Mt. Charleston area provides some incredible hiking. With temperatures that average 20 to 30 degrees cooler than Las Vegas, it's the ideal getaway for some outdoor fun. The scenery is ... more »

How to Hike Lake Somerville in Texas

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Lake Somerville Trailway is an easy hike through gently rolling terrain in east central Texas. In the spring, Lake Somerville features open fields of wildflowers for hikers, punctuated with thick stands of oak, hickory and other trees. A broad, ... more »

How to Hike Mount Kathadin

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Mount Kathadin is located in Maine's Baxter State Park. Mount Kathadin offers a difficult hike with a summit of 4,000 feet. It takes approximately 10 hours to climb the 9.6 miles. Although a bit off the beaten path, this state park is worth the ... more »

How to Hike the Grand Canyon - Top to Bottom and Back

By Loqu

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Enter the Grand Canyon by hiking Bright Angel or Kaibab Trail from the South Rim to the bottom. See the grandeur of the canyon from various angles and at different heights. Plan ahead, to make the most of the experience. Stay in the bottom two ... more »

How to Hike the Grand Canyon in Winter

By hikernb

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Most vacationers visit the Grand Canyon in warm weather months, but here’s a chance to see one of the most spectacular sites on Earth—and not be bothered by big crowds. If you’d like to simply visit the park in the winter without hiking, see “How ... more »

How to Make a Penny Alcohol Backpacking Stove

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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If you're looking for an ultralight stove to include in your backpacking gear, the penny alcohol backpacking stove could be the one for you. Easy and inexpensive to make and convenient to carry, this can even be a fun project for a dull ... more »

How to Make Camp Food for Kids

By Elizabeth McGuire

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Remember, everything tastes better outdoors, so even your pickiest eaters may surprise you with their enthusiasm. Be sure to pack plenty of food--hiking and exploring works up a big appetite. Here are some suggestions that are sure to go over... more »

How to Make Seasoning Packets From Drinking Straws

By Mark Corgan

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As a backpacker, you know that carrying very small amounts of things like tooth powder, salt, or chili powder can be tricky. Here's a method for packing individual servings using plain old drinking straws. If you can find paper straws, you won't ... more »

How to Navigate Using the Terrain

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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This is the most useful navigational skill and the foundation of accurate navigation: You travel while associating the features on the map with features in the real world... more »

How to Pack an Exploring Bag for Kids

By Elizabeth McGuire

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Kids can find adventure in the simplest places. By creating an Exploring Bag for them, you can turn a neighborhood stroll into a fun, curiosity-building experience. Here’s what you need to get started... more »

How to Plan a Day Hike

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Go somewhere you've never been before, and bring as little as possible... more »

How to Prevent Insect Bites While Hiking

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Insect bites are a drawback to hiking. You may not be able to eliminate them completely, but here are some steps you can take to prevent them... more »

How to Protect Yourself Against Lyme-Carrying Ticks

By MariaFlores

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CDC: "Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and is transmitted to humans by the bite of infected blacklegged ticks. Typical symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash called erythema ... more »

How to Shape Up For Serious Backpacking

By Ruby Bayan

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Serious backpacking can involve long treks over treacherous terrain under harsh weather conditions. You need to have not only the proper gear but also the right level of fitness to survive and enjoy your outdoor adventure. To shape up for serious ... more »

How to Spend the Weekend in Newport, Rhode Island

By Zach Chouteau

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A city of marvelous mansions and superb seaside scenery, Newport is an accessible New England escape only 75 miles south of Boston. Fine dining, awe-inspiring architecture, and sophisticated shopping options are three of the main reasons to sail ... more »

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