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July 30th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

No charges filed in Denali grizzly bear shooting
FAIRBANKS — The National Park Service will not pursue charges against a hiker who shot and killed a grizzly bear while hiking in Denali National Park and Preserve two months ago. The man, from Nor…

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July 30th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

City in the sky
Hiking Peru’s Inca Trail to Machu Picchu requires going without things we take for granted, including good coffee, alcohol and showers. This is a must-do, “Bucket List” vacation, delivering Stairmaster torture in return for breathtaking mountain vistas and a close encounter with mysterious ancient ruins.

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July 29th, 2010 | in Articles | Leave a comment

Camping is a very enjoyable activity. It’s relaxing, you get to reconnect with nature, and you get to escape all the stresses of your work and home life. There’s really nothing else like it. However, there’s another activity just as enjoyable as camping and that’s hiking. If you put both of these activities together, you’ll have one great time. Before you go, you’ll need to make a list of all the camping and hiking equipment you think you’ll need. Remember, when you go camping and hiking, you’ll be carrying all of this equipment on your back. That means you need to choose very wisely as far as what you’re going to bring. If you bring too much, you’ll quickly tire out and you won’t want to continue your hiking journey.

Your List

Comprise your list of all the camping and hiking equipment you’ll need for your trip. You’ll need a good set of hiking boots or shoes. They should be able to get you over rough terrain while also being comfortable enough to wear for a long time. You’ll also want to pack a few pairs of socks as blisters can quickly ruin your time. You might also want to pack some snack foods to keep your energy up and a canteen or some water bottles that you can carry with you to keep yourself hydrated. You will want a tent, a sleeping bag, some cooking materials and some eating utensils. There are many other things you can buy, such as portable grills and such, but these won’t make very good camping and hiking equipment ideas because you’ll have to carry all those things around with you and they can get very heavy very quickly.

Discounts

If you don’t have a lot of money, you can always try to find camping and hiking equipment for cheaper than you normally would. You can try to find them online where you can often get overstock items for cheaper, or you can try online auction sites where you can bid for your camping and hiking equipment. You can also try to ask your friends and family if they have any old equipment you can maybe buy or that they’ll lend you so that you can have everything you need for your trip.

Remember that you should only bring with you what you’re going to need and use. So make a list and stick to that list, no matter how tempted you are to buy the latest camping and hiking equipment. If you can’t carry it, you shouldn’t bring it. It’s as simple as that.

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July 29th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

ECB to hold rates steady well into next year: survey
The European Central Bank will likely wait until late 2011 before hiking interest rates, according to a Reuters poll of over 70 economists who stayed cautious in July despite some encouraging economic data.

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July 28th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Jack Hanna Fends of Grizzly Bear with Pepper Spray
Jack Hanna, TV host and director emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, was hiking with his wife and other hikers at Glacier National Park in Montana when a family of bears approached them.

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July 27th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

John Werner: Adventure and misadventure hiking in Colorado
I learned a few lessons on this trip: Pack lighter, acclimate longer and don’t leave your hiking poles out for porcupines to gnaw on.

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July 25th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Path to the future?
Officials say they’re making progress on Riverfront Commons, the proposed $80 million-plus hiking and bicycling path along the Ohio River’s Kentucky shoreline. A feasibility study is underway, and when it’s finished, it can help gain funds for design and construction.

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July 24th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Local climbing legend dies in fall while hiking in Italy
For Spencer Swanger, the mountains could be “lonely, frightening places sometimes” – but he went anyway, to the loneliest, most frightening places in Colorado, in pursuit of adventure.

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July 23rd, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

University of Michigan student killed in hiking accident ‘wanted to find the good in everybody’
Jillian Drow, a star athlete from Chelsea and incoming senior at the University of Michigan, had plans to join the Peace Corps after graduation. Her ultimate goal was to become a scientist, her father said. “She just wanted to find……

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July 22nd, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Hiking destinations provide escape, adventure
A 650-foot-hike separates hikers at the base of Mount Nittany from a view of State College that dwarfs even massive structures like Beaver Stadium.

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July 22nd, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Hiking destinations provide escape, adventure
A 650-foot-hike separates hikers at the base of Mount Nittany from a view of State College that dwarfs even massive structures like Beaver Stadium.

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July 22nd, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Hiking destinations provide escape, adventure
A 650-foot-hike separates hikers at the base of Mount Nittany from a view of State College that dwarfs even massive structures like Beaver Stadium.

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July 22nd, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Two women, child rescued while hiking in Ocala National Forest
Two women and a child hiking in the Ocala National Forest had to be rescued Saturday by a Marion County Sheriff’s Office helicopter, according to a report.

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July 21st, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

DiCiccio pushes more warnings about hiking in Phoenix heat
Says out-of-state visitors are completely unaware of the heat and the stress it puts on the body.

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July 19th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Stark Parks health program rewards hiking, biking
Stark Parks’ annual program to encourage healthy lifestyles has a new name — Healthy Adventures — and a new timeline.

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July 19th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

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July 18th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Work continues on Byram’s hiking trails
Hopes are they will be ready for Byram Day and connection celebration, By Amy Stewart

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July 17th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

2 women rescued from Camelback Mountain by firefighters
Two women, age 53 and 73, were hiking through Camelback Mountain in Phoenix for five hours Friday before suffering heat exhaustion and being rescued by firefighters.

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July 17th, 2010 | in Hiking Backpack | 5 comments


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July 16th, 2010 | in Hiking In The News | Leave a comment

Veteran hiking across America to raise $5 million for struggling soldiers
Most people trying to help a troubled friend might make a few phone calls or pull out their checkbook.

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