22 articles on "hiking"

What's In Your Hiking Pack?

What's In Your Hiking Pack? by: Chuck Fitzgerald Every time I leave the pavement, I take along my trusty hiking pack – even if I have no intention of hiking. Doing this has become a habit rather than a conscious decision. My pack goes wit...

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What's In Your Hiking Pack?

Hiking is an excellent way to explore nature and stay fit at the same time. However, before you hit the trail, you need to make sure you have the right gear with you. Your hiking pack is an essential part of your hiking gear. It carries everything yo...

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Trekking Poles And Hiking Staffs

Trekking Poles And Hiking Staffs by: Steve Gillman Are walking sticks longer than trekking poles? What about hiking staffs and hiking sticks? Whatever you call them, and whatever their differences, they are supposed to help your knees more than ...

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What Makes a Hiking Boot Great

How to evaluate hiking boots and footwear for comfort, protection, and durability.Choosing hiking boots and footwear is one of the most important decisions you as a hiker or camper will make. They'll either make your trip memorable or miserable....

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Take a Hiking Pole on Your Next Hike

Take a Hiking Pole on Your Next Hike by: Monica Marty It is the downhill ski racing competition of the winter Olympics. You watch a ski racer zoom down the slope manoeuvring through the ski gates. However, you notice that something is missing. T...

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The Benefits of One Day Hiking Trips

The Benefits of One Day Hiking Trips by: Monica Marty Do you like to take one day hiking trips? Do you want to take hiking trips on trails near your home? One day hiking trips have a number of advantages. They are great for the recreational hike...

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The Thrill of Appalachian Trail

The Thrill of Appalachian Trail by: Abel Wanderner Hiking the Apalachian Trail More than four million hikers venture out on the Appalachian Trail every year. This long stretch of 2,168 miles going through 14 states is an excellent opportunity f...

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Three Classic Hikes Abroad

Paul Scott Mower once said, "There is nothing like walking to get the feel of a country…" If you've ever contemplated going abroad to find your next trail, here are 3 classic hikes to consider. New Zealand's Milford Track: The best known ...

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Join the American Hiking Society

Join the American Hiking Society by: Monica Marty Have you taken up hiking as a new form of family recreation? Are you a serious hiker that spends hours on challenging trails? Do you want to find a way to become more involved in hiking across th...

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Post-Hiking Pain

Post-Hiking Pain by: Louise Roach Calves are burning, knees hurt and legs feel like Jello. After a major hike, the body is asking, “why the torture?” How to deal with post-hiking pain and recovery is something every hiker faces as they advan...

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