Hiking & Backpacking

How to Plan A Thru-Hike of The Appalachian Trail

By Philip Hennessey

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The very name of the Appalachian Trail conjures up images of snow-capped peaks in the spring, hot summer days on rocky scrambles, and bright fall foliage deep in the mountains of New England. Think of mountain streams careening through granite ... more »

How to Poop in the Woods

By Lee

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Let's face it. We've all been in a situation where we were hiking, camping, hunting, or just enjoying the outdoors and we feel nature knocking on our door. There is nothing more discomforting than having to 'hold it' while you finish the rest ... more »

How to Prepare for a Hiking Trip

By KCout

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Hiking is an easy, safe and affordable way to exercise, enjoy the outdoors and spend quality time with family and friends. Do you want to explore the great outdoors, but find the task of getting ready daunting? Follow these steps to get ready ... more »

How to Adjust Your Attitude Toward Winter Backpacking

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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A lot of great trails remain open during the winter, but they're practically deserted. The right frame of mind (and the right preparation) can result in some magic times in the woods... more »

How to Choose Lens Color for Eyewear

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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If you have ever been biking, hiking or skiing through the woods, you know it is important to see objects in the shadows. With the correct lens color for your glasses or ski goggles, you will know if that shadowy object is a charging grizzly or ... more »

How to Enjoy the North Rim of the Grand Canyon

By hikernb

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The South Rim of the Grand Canyon gets all the press—and most of the people. If you’ve got the time, visit the North Rim—it’s just as magnificent, has less people and has doable hikes for folks who aren’t up to going down in the canyon... more »

How to Find Good Hiking on Maui

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Some of Maui's best sights are off the pavement. Many of the island's trails are limited to hiking only, so strap on your boots and head out for a rewarding jaunt... more »

How to Go Hiking with Children

By Melos

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It is fun to get out in nature with the family. It provides some quality alone time and a good dose of important exercise. Hiking with your children is a wonderful thing. However, hiking with children can have some serious drawbacks. Below ... more »

How to Hike a Famous Trail

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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The ultimate goal for some hard-core hikers is to walk across the United States on one of the three major trails: the Appalachian Trail, the Continental Divide Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail. Any one of them will provide you with the challenge ... more »

How to Hike Antelope Valley California

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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The California Poppy is the state flower of California and nowhere is there a greater abundance of poppies than in Antelope Valley. The Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve boasts 8 miles of trails, including a paved section for wheelchair access, that ... more »

How to Hike Bear Wallow in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Bear Wallow Wilderness is set in Arizona's Apache National Forest, part of the Alpine District Trails. Several miles of trails of moderate difficulty lead through a picturesque and fairly secluded trout-laden creeks and campgrounds, into desert ... more »

How to Hike Berry Creek Falls California

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Big Basin Redwoods State Park is home to the best hike in the Bay area, Berry Creek Falls. The trail boasts not one, but three beautiful waterfalls in one 12-mile hike. Berry Creek Falls, Golden Falls and Silver Falls combine to make this an ... more »

How to Hike Cabrillo Beach Tidepools

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Tidepools are fascinating places to explore and make a great day trip with children. The Cabrillo National Monument contains some of the best tidepools in Southern California. Be sure to check tide pool tables before visiting to make the trip ... more »

How to Hike Fort Davis in Texas

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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See a piece of the historic old west with a visit to Fort Davis in west Texas. Fort Davis is an actual frontier fort that has been preserved, with half of its original structures saved. The trail is an easy 4-mile day hike into the Davis ... more »

How to Hike Sundew Trail in Texas

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Enjoy a short, relaxing hike in the Big Thicket National Preserve with a visit to Sundew Trail. The special attractions of this one mile jaunt are two types of carnivorous plants, the pitcher plant and the sundew. A shorter version of the loop ... 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 Keep Your Hands Warm When Backpacking in the Winter

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Frostbite can be a real risk when backpacking in the winter. Keep fingers and hands warm by covering them sufficiently to insulate them and keep them dry... more »

How to Keep Your Water Bottle From Freezing When Winter Backpacking

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Drinking plenty of water will help you prevent some of the most common injuries and illnesses associated with cold-weather activities. But it's hard to stay hydrated when your water bottles or hydration packs are cold or frozen... more »

How to Lead a Hike

By hikernb

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Hiking is a fantastic outdoor activity that gets you exercise while enjoying fresh air and great scenery. It can be even more fun when sharing it with friends, but before you drag them off into the woods, consider these leader tips so that both ... more »

How to Load a Backpack Properly

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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There are as many ways to pack a backpack as there are people who carry them. Many organizational systems tend to break down during heavy use, but a few simple techniques can help... more »

How to Make a Hiking Stick

By DogMan7

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A good hiking stick acts as a stabilizing third leg on slippery downhill slopes and an aid in balance while crossing uneven terrain. This trekking pole also spreads some of the load to your arms, thus reducing fatigue. You might pay over $100 for ... more »

How to Make a Knife- Based Survival Kit

By *01 WriterGig

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Make a knife based survival kit to keep with you whenever outdoors or traveling away from home. A knife-based survival kit can make the difference between life and death in extreme circumstances, or simply make life a little more comfortable in ... 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 Damper Bread -- Alternative Method

By anasteso1454

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If you find yourself out in the wilderness, you can't make hardtack in a more primitive fashion than this! Here is an alternative method to creating damper bread which helps eliminate the problem of your bread getting burned... more »

How to Pack Food for Backpacking

By Ruby Bayan

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One of the major challenges of backpacking is how to pack food so it won't take up too much weight and space, survive the distresses of the hike, and still be the most delicious, nutritious meals to enjoy outdoors. You can certainly bring your ... more »

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