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Learn how to choose essential and important hiking gear and equipment, such as hiking boots and water bottles, in this free hiking safety video series.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Learn how to choose hiking footwear, such as hiking boots, hiking shoes, gaiters, and socks, in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to dress for warm weather hiking, how to stay dry and how to ensure that you're not overheated while hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to dress for cool weather hiking, how to stay warm and how to prevent yourself from becoming too cold in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to choose hiking rain gear to stay dry and warm when backpacking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to choose hiking gear that will protect you from bugs and sunburns while spending the day hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to use maps and guidebooks to stay safe and found while spending the day hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to use a compass and GPS when hiking to stay safe and found while spending the day hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to choose backcountry communication devices to stay safe and found while spending the day hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to choose and use a pack for a day hike to stay safe and found while spending the day hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to choose a backpack for long hiking trips to stay safe, warm and found while spending the day hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to choose a first-aid kit for your hiking excursions that will allow you to stay safe and found while spending the day hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to choose hiking water gear, such as Nalgenes and Camelbaks, to carry your water while spending the day hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to choose trekking poles that will allow you to gain the proper traction necessary while spending the day hiking in this free hiking safety video series.
Learn how to choose cooking gear, such as stoves, cooking utensils and cutlery, while spending the day hiking or camping in this free safety video series.
Learn what kind of food to pack based on whether you're on a short or long hiking trip in this free safety video series.
Hiking can be an incredible adventure full of great exercise and breathtaking scenery. You could be backpacking in the Colorado Rockies or hiking in New England, trekking through snow, rivers, and steep terrain. No matter where you are backpacking, using the right hiking gear can make the difference between a great expedition and a miserable trip. Outdoor stores all across North America are full of hiking equipment; but, how do you know but to choose? You could spend thousands of dollars in two hours on backpacking gear, and buy all the wrong equipment. "So how do you learn how to buy the right hiking gear?", you might ask. Well you can learn right here, for free and online, from our expert backpacking guide.
In this free online video series on hiking, learn from backpacking guide Kate Carcio as she teaches how to choose essential hiking gear and equipment for your backpacking excursion. Learn how to choose hiking boots, hiking shoes and socks, how to dress for warm and cold weather hiking, how to choose rain gear for hiking, how to choose sun and bug protection, how to choose maps and guidebooks, why having a compass and GPS is important, how to choose day packs and multi day packs, how to choose first aid kits, how to choose hydrating gear for hiking, how to choose hiking poles, what type of cooking equipment is best for hiking, how to pack food for your hiking trip.
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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