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Appalachian Trail
by Jamie | November 28, 2018 | Hiking | 0 Comments
Listed as one of the top 50 hikes in the world, there are few hikes in the United States like the Appalachian Trail. I have family that have made this trip and completed it. It was a once-in-a-lifetime journey and I would love to attempt it someday!...
Treating Injuries from Animals
by Jamie | November 20, 2018 | Hiking | 0 Comments
No matter how safe you are, accidents happen while hiking. You are likely out in the wilderness and that's where animals live! The odds you run into an animal are likely - getting attacked is less likely but you need to be prepared if you are injured by...
Beware!
by Jamie | November 14, 2018 | Hiking | 0 Comments
Lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my! So, you won't find lions and tigers on your next hike, but you can run into a black bear or a moose if you're hiking in the New England area. Bears should always be treated with caution. They will generally avoid human...
Topo Map with Compass
by Jamie | November 6, 2018 | Hiking | 0 Comments
What's a compass? It's a device that contains a magnetized pointer that shows the direction of magnetic North and your bearings based on that position. A compass can be used in a variety of ways, from telling which way magnetic North is following an...
Preparing for an overnight hike
by Jamie | October 25, 2018 | Hiking | 0 Comments
Overnight backpacking trips are fun but you need to make sure you are properly prepared. Traveling light is very important, you don't want to bring a super-heavy pack, it can slow you down and tire you out more quickly. Don't overpack! It's easy to fall...
Ouch! I hurt myself hiking!
by Jamie | October 17, 2018 | Hiking | 0 Comments
Injuries happen everywhere, and hiking is no exception. Here are some helpful tips for your next hike so you are prepared for the eventual "ouchie". You should keep a small first-aid kit with you when you go for a long hike - you can easily cut yourself, get a bug...
Don’t leave home without these four items!
by Jamie | October 9, 2018 | Hiking | 0 Comments
There is an endless list of items you can bring along with you on a hike, but here are my top 4 things that are a must for every hike! This list assumes a few things, primarily that the hike is during the day, good weather and is warm out. The list changes...
Hiking the Appalachian Trail
by Jamie | October 3, 2018 | Hiking | 0 Comments
If you have a spare five to seven months, you should consider hiking the Appalachian Trail! Of course, you don't have to hike the entire trail in order to enjoy the beauty of this mountainous region of eastern US. The 2,190 miles of trail offer many opportunities to...