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Learn how to plan a hiking trip, including tips for choosing the best hiking location, tips for hiking with kids and dogs and how to read a topographical map, in this free hiking video series.
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Learn tips on how to plan a great hike and how to scout out the perfect hiking trip locations in this free hiking video series..
Learn tips on how to plan a beginners' level hike that isn't too strenuous, long or difficult in this free hiking video series.
Learn tips on how to plan an intermediate level hike that employs that right amount of strenuous activity in this free hiking video series.
Learn tips on how to plan an advanced level hike, including what to pack and what activities to engage in in this free video series.
Learning to read a topographical map is essential to remaining on the right path and preventing yourself from veering off course while hiking. Learn more in this free video series.
Keeping your feet dry while hiking and camping is an essential, yet difficult task to accomplish. So make sure you have the right shoes before setting off on foot in this free video series.
Your hiking excursion should only go as fast as your slowest hiker. Learn about how you can keep pace on your hiking trip in this free video series.
Birdwatching and animal spotting are two pros of hiking in the wilderness. Learn how to spot wildlife all while ensuring that it's not disturbed in this free video series.
Most big cities have groups of people established who enjoy the outdoors and are always willing to talk about new trails or paths. Find one in your area in this free video series.
Geocatching can be a fun hobby to engage in, especially with little kids, while hiking in the wilderness. Learn more in this free video series.
Hiking regulations, permits and etiquette are essential parts of being a good camper. Learn about the materials you need before setting out in the wilderness in this free video series.
Hiking can be a great exercise for kids, but also a dangerous and tedious one. Gain some strategies for hiking with the younger generations in this free video series.
Point-to-point hiking and looping can be a great way to ensure that you don't get lost or find yourself off the beaten path. Learn more in this free video series.
Man's best friend loves to go hiking, just take a few steps to ensure that your dog won't run off or disturb nature during the outdoor walk. Learn more in this free video series.
When planning a hike in the great outdoors there are a few preliminary steps that must be considered to ensure you have a truly rewarding experience. Exploring new areas and enjoying scenic surroundings are two of the most poignant benefits of hiking, but wearing the appropriate hiking boots and gear, reading a topographical map and setting goals are also essential to a successful hike. It is important to familiarize yourself with the trails and terrain, obtain the proper permits and pace your hike according to the skill level of your hiking party. Whether you're hiking through the mountains or in a rural area, hiking is great exercise and a healthy pastime. Though the surroundings may vary around the world, there are still various similarities to the basic idea of hiking. Because hiking is done on foot, it requires a certain level of fitness, depending on the ground you wish to cover, and requires essential equipment such as a backpack, hiking boots, hiking poles, food, water and first aid materials.
In this series of free video clips, you'll get the essential information on all levels of hiking. Expert hiker Kate Carcio shows you how to read a topographical map, offers advice on planning a hiking excursion appropriate to your skill level, and shows how bushwhacking and geochaching can add fun to your hike. She also offers tips on hiking with children and dogs, and how to choose the best boots or shoes and socks for hiking conditions. After watching these free hiking videos you'll be ready to hit the trail like a real pro.
Kate Carcio Kate Carcio, a white water rafting guide, and climbing instructor at Zoar Outdoor, has enjoyed hiking and backpacking all of her life. She has gone on several extended backpacking trips ranging from 10 - 30 days and been lucky enough to see some of the most beautiful places in the world. Zoar Outdoor was established in 1989 as the first outdoor center on the Deerfield River in Massachusetts. Since 1989, Zoar Outdoor has offered the best in New England white water rafting trips, kayaking clinics, canoeing instruction, rock climbing classes, fly fishing and bike rentals for adventurers of all abilities, from beginners to experts. www.zoaroutdoor.com dkdk
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