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How to Hike and Backpack for Multiple Days: Video Series

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Learn how to plan a multi-day hike, with backpacking guide tips such as how to plan meals for a long hike, in this free video series.

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  1. Learn how to plan a multi-day hike, what to pack and what you should expect in this free video series.

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  2. Learn why it's so important to leave an itinerary before going on a multi-day hike, in this free hiking video series.

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  3. Learn about planning for water on your multi-day hiking trip and where your best water options are in this free hiking video series.

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  4. Learn how to choose a campsite on a multi-day hike, what features you should look for and how to know where and when you should stop and camp in this free hiking video series.

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  5. Learn how to leave no trace and engage in low-impact camping when hiking and backpacking in this free hiking video series.

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  6. Learn how to pack for a multi-day hike, including how to maximize your backpack space and what to bring along with you, in this free hiking video series.

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  7. Learn how to plan meals and snacks for a multi-day hike, including what nutritional requirements you should have in mind, in this free hiking video series.

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  8. Learn how and when to set up a tent when backpacking on a multi-day hike, in this free hiking video series.

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  9. Learn how to position your center and side poles so that they slide easily into your tent is discussed in this free video series.

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  10. Learn how to put the rain fly on your tent to prevent leaks and bad weather from coming inside in this free video series.

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  11. Learn how to keep food safe from small animals such as mice, insects and other scavengers while camping in this free camping video series.

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  12. Rope and a high branch are two tools necessary to keep your food high and away from bears. Learn more in this free video series.

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  13. Learn how to choose sleeping bags and sleeping pads for multi day hiking and backpacking, in this free backpacking guide.

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  14. Learn how to relieve yourself safely and easily in the woods when on a multi-day hike, in this free backpacking guide.

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  15. Learn how to hike and camp when it is raining or when you're experiencing other bad weather in this free camping video series.

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Multi day hiking can be an incredible adventure, whether you are camping in the Rockies, Alps, Andes, Appalachian Mountains, or in any state park or even the desert. There are essential backpacking tips and techniques to know before setting out on a 3 or 4 day or more backpacking and hiking trip. Planning an exciting adventure of multi day hiking? Then before you head out to the wilderness, learn the basic essential backpacking tips, for free online, from our expert hiking guide.

In this free online backpacking video series, learn from expert hiker and backpacker Kate Carcio with Zoar Outdoor. She will teach you the multi day hiking essentials, before you hit the trail. Learn how to plan a multi day hiking trip, how to make a hiking itinerary, how to plan for meals, how to plan out a hiking route, how to plan for water needs, how to protect your food from small animals and bears, how to pack your back pack, and how to set up a tent in this free backpacking guide.

 
About the Presenter

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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