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Day hikes are a great way to get exercise and enjoy nature. Learn all about the essentials of day hiking with expert tips in this free hiking video series.
There are 18 videos in this series:
Day hikes are a great way to get exercise and spend a day outdoors. Learn how to find a park or hiking area in this free hiking video.
Determining your hiking route in advance is important. Learn how to pick a day hike route in this free hiking video.
Navigating a day hike is easy with the right tools. Learn how to navigate day hiking routes in this free hiking video.
A fanny pack or hip pack is a great day hike accessory. Learn how to pick out the best fanny pack in this free hiking video.
A day hike backpack is important for a successful hiking trip. Learn how to pick a hiking backpack in this free hiking video.
Comfortable socks are essential for a good day hike. Learn how to pick hiking socks in this free hiking video.
Comfortable and supportive hiking shoes are essential for day hikes. Learn how to pick hiking shoes in this free hiking video.
A water container is important for day hikes. Learn how to pick out the best water container or bottle for day hiking in this free hiking video.
Water purification is important if you are uncertain about the water on your day hike. Learn more tips about water purification in this free hiking video.
Healthy food is important to bring on a day hike to keep you energized. Learn about what food to bring on a hiking trip in this free hiking video.
Trekking poles can make your day hike easier. Learn about using trekking poles on day hikes in this free hiking video.
Be prepared for rain on your day hike with expert tips on hiking rain gear in this free hiking video.
Stay comfortable on a day hike with comfortable clothes. Learn more about how to dress for day hikes in this free hiking video.
It's important to be prepared for everything on your day hike. Learn first aid tips for hiking in this free hiking video.
Keep your day hike trail beautiful with bathroom tips from an expert on day hikes in this free hiking video.
Protect yourself from the sun on day hikes with expert tips on sun block in this free hiking video.
Learn to take in a day hike and really enjoy your hiking trip with expert tips in this free hiking video.
Can't decide whether to take day hikes alone or in a group? Our expert will help you decide in this free hiking video.
There is a myriad of camping and hiking tips and techniques for you to learn. Most are good, some are essential. Hiking is not only an excellent for your cardiovascular system, muscles, and joints, it is also a great way to exercise while enjoying the beauty of nature. As you learn more about hiking you will find there is almost no place on land that you cannot explore with training. But before you head off to hike the Rocky Mountains or Mount Everest, get some basic hiking tips and techniques from our hiking expert.
A day hike is a great way to begin your hiking experiences. In this free video series, our expert will show you how to take day hikes, with expert tips on picking a hiking trail and gathering hiking essentials like a backpack, socks, shoes and a water container. You will also learn what water to take with you, what clothing to wear and how to protect yourself in the sun. If you want to enjoy the beauty of nature, get a good workout and have fun, let our expert show you everything you need to know about hiking.
Steve Curtis Steve Curtis has been involved in outdoor activities his entire life beginning with his upbringing in rural Tennessee. He has led scouting groups to Philmont, backpacked much of the trail system in the Great Smokey Mountain National Park. He has worked at Bill Jackson's Shop for Adventure in Pinellas Park, Florida for the last three years and is a manager in the camping/backpacking department. You can contact Steve at steve@billjacksons.comdkdk
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