Hiking Articles

1). Being the Mountain By : Judy Ringer
As I hiked up the path to the Peaceful Valley Chapel, I relished the quiet of my early morning solitude. After many years as a participant and assistant instructor at Thomas Crum's Journey To Center Program, this beautiful and energizing ten-minute hike had become a personal ritual. Each morning of each Journey to Center week, before our breathing and meditation session at 7, I always hike to the top of this small mountain to be inspired by the view of a much higher mountain range in the distance.
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2). Mountain Hiking and How to Get There By : Chelsea Aubin
Many hikers who are bored of the normal marked trails, and discovered wilderness areas have come to a new adrenaline rush: mountain hiking. Hiking several hundred feet above sea level gives those with a taste for the extreme the rush they are looking for. If you are that kind of hiker, then mountain hiking is for you. But wait, before you start day dreaming about the top of the summit, you first need to know how to get there.
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3). Mountain Biking Capital USA – Winter Park, Colorado By : Shane
With 600 miles of trails, it’s no wonder why Winter Park has gained the title of “Mountain Bike Capital USA”. At the resort alone you will find 50 miles of single-track trails accessible via chair lifts and marked with signs identifying skill level. Once at the top of the lifts you may want to stop into the Sunspot for a quick bite to eat while enjoying the 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains.
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4). How To Find Cheap Outdoor Clothing By : Steve Gillman
Outdoor clothing needs to function to a higher standard than everyday clothes. This makes it more costly to manufacture, and so more expensive for you. What can you do to find those quality hiking and backpacking clothes for less? You can watch for sales. You will save money, but that "extremely expensive" waterproof/breathable coat may still only be marked down to "very expensive.
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5). Cold Weather Survival By : Trevor Paetkau
Six hours from the trailhead, 2 hours past his turn-around time and with storms filling in from the valley, Alex Theissen was at the edge of panic. What had started as a unremarkable spring outing in the White Mountains was going south quickly and the prospect of spending the night exposed at the timberline, with plummeting temperatures and not much more than some hard cheese and a foil survival blanket was becoming a distinct reality.
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6). Best Places to See Wildlife in Nature By : Emma Snow
Copyright 2006 Emma Snow While a zoo definitely has it's place in animal watching, it doesn't compare to seeing animals in their own natural habitat. After a recent visit to Yellowstone National Park, this felt especially true for me. A traffic jam caused by young buffalo calves and their mothers crossing the road is an experience not to be missed.
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7). Adventure Travel: It's Not Just For The Young By : Russ Beebe
For previous generations, leisure and relaxation often meant being idle while on vacation. Not so anymore.
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8). How To Build A Campfire! By : Bob Alexander
Tips on campfire building, fire safety tips and memories of campfires past.
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9). Hiking Boots: Step Into The Perfect Fit By : Daniel Lebarge
There are only two rules for buying hiking boots: good quality and good fit. But if it is that simple, why do so many hikers end up wearing poorly fitted boots? According to Backpacker magazine, seventy percent of hikers wear boots that don't fit right -- and they often don't even know it. Their boots leave them with blisters and sore feet, but they think that's just part of hiking.
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10). Solo Backpacking Safety Tips By : Steve Gillman
Solo backpacking means peace and quiet. No one to talk to means no words are put between you and the beauty around you. The miles just flow. It's entirely up to you to say when you eat or take a break. Want to jump in that alpine lake? It's your decision alone. It's a unique experience. A solo backpacker also is vulnerable. Twist your ankle, and there's nobody there to help you.
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11). What Are The Health Benefits Of Hiking And Trekking? By : Mats Lundkvist
Today more and more people, especially in Europe and America, are adopting hiking and trekking as a major outdoor event. Not only in these countries, but the trend of hiking and trekking is also increasing in many other parts of the world. But have you ever thought, what are the health benefits of hiking and trekking? Are these outdoor events really.
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12). Hiking Trails – Preserve Your Experiences By : Nomad Rick
Hiking is a great way to escape the rat race, get out in nature and leave the stress of the world behind. Alas, your hiking experiences can fade with time. The best way to prevent this is to keep a hiking journal. Hiking Journals Take a minute to give some consideration to your most recent hiking experience. What sticks out in your mind? Who did you go with and were there any incredible views? Now think about the first time you ever went hiking.
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13). Hiking the Continental Divide in Winter Park, Colorado By : Shane
600 miles of trails stretch throughout Winter Park and the Fraser Valley. Whether you choose to follow a babbling brook, stroll through a wildflower meadow, or climb up the side of a mountain, Winter Park offers hiking for every skill level. Winter Park Resort has 50 miles of trails that are accessible by chair lift. At the top of the lift you will find the Sunspot, which is a great place to get a bite to eat and enjoy the 360-degree views of surrounding mountains.
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14). Getting Away From It All In Northern Georgia By : Richard Rspad
As strange as it sounds, you can enjoy a taste of the south by going north. Specifically, northern Georgia offers a bevy of opportunities to get away from the hubbub of daily life. Getting Away From It All In Northern Georgia The beauty of the state of Georgia, located on the Southern East Coast of the United States, is world renowned. Georgia brings to mind stately magnolias, yummy peaches and the graciousness of the South all with a warm climate and a beautiful coastline.
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15). Backpackers and South America By : Nomad Rick
From the peaks of the Andes to the steamy rainforest, hiking South America is unlike anything you have done before. If you are going to South America, there are a couple of things to keep in mind. Backpackers and South America While many young adults may dream about trekking across Europe, it's not the only continent available for this sort of adventure.
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16). Top Tips for Successful Navigation in the BackCountry By : The Outdoor Guy
As an outdoor enthusiast you will at some point make a decision to learn how to navigate in the backcountry. Whether you use a map, compass, GPS receiver or all three, there are several things you should know about successful navigation. Your safety and the safety of your companions depend upon it. Backcountry activities such as hiking, orienteering, hunting, climbing, geocaching, fishing, four-wheeling and camping are all loads of fun - until you get lost.
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17). Get the Best Campsite This Weekend By : Karin Manning
Copyright 2006 Karin Manning Imagine enjoying a beautiful peaceful sleep in your ten only to be woken up at 5am by a man on a power mower mowing the grass on the adjacent golf course. This actually happened to 200 campers at a campground in Washington, some of whom have claimed “It was our worse camping experience in the USA so far.” His response was, “this is the only time that there are no golfers around”! (Lucky for them, I’d say!) This proves one thing.
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18). Backpackers and Canada By : Nomad Rick
Hitting the trails in Canada is practically a national pastime. From glaciers to plunging valleys to raging rivers, Canada is not for the meek, but is something you will never forget. Backpackers and Canada With thousands of miles of mountainous terrain, Canada is an outdoors dream. Throw in the many lakes and rivers, and Canada can be a treat for any type of outdoors person.
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19). Devil's Peak Lookout By : trip reporter
I had another whim to go hiking this past weekend. It was one of those things where I thought, "well I probably won't go hiking Saturday because I have football practice Sunday," but then the weather was really nice… you know how it goes. I did some quick trail research in the only guide book I have, which was published in 1969. I should note that using a guidebook published nearly 40 years ago is not always a wise idea.
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20). Connecting People with Wild Lands By : Russ Beebe
We adults can relearn much of the spontaneity that we've abandoned just by observing how children respond to Nature. How we respond to the call of Nature and our children's observations determines how much we enrich our lives, and theirs.
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21). Essential Hiking Equipment For Your Safety By : Ken Snow
Taking a hike means expecting the unexpected, so it is best to be prepared for some of the more common things that can occur on a daylong or weeks-long trek.
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22). Joshua Tree – Hiking Ryan Mountain By : Nomad Rick
With the onset of winter, hikers in California turn to Joshua Tree in the Mojave Desert. Hiking Ryan Mountain is good way to see an excellent summit view of the park. Joshua Tree – Ryan Mountain If you’re looking for the best view in Joshua Tree National Park, Ryan Mountain is the undisputed winner. Make it to the top and you’ll find a 360 degree view of the park with mountains on one side and the sprawling desert on the other.
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23). External Frame vs. Internal Frame Backpacks By : Forrest Treker
Long and frequent has been the debate amongst hikers and campers regarding the use of internal or external frame backpacks. Many old timers insist that external frame packs are the way to go, mainly due to years of utilizing externals, and reluctance (like all of us), to change. The younger generation tends to gravitate toward the trendy internal frame packs.
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24). What Were They Thinking - Adventure in a Colorado Wilderness with Three 12 Year Olds By : gordonh
I still can’t believe it. It’s been 40 or so years since that fateful summer. My buddies Steve and Larry and I were around 12 years of age when we were dropped off early in the day on a rainy, muddy little trail of a road off Highway 135 north of Gunnison, Colorado up toward Kebler Pass. The mission: follow trails up Pass Creek through the West Elk.
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25). Hiking Gear: Packing Tips By : Kathryn Whittaker
More and more people today enjoy the simple, wholesome fun of hiking. Hiking is an affordable, yet healthy and emotionally rewarding way to spend a vacation or a long weekend – and you don’t need to visit a travel agent. Experienced hikers will always tell you that every detail matters when you pack hiking gear, especially tents and camping stoves.
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