Jeremy

My name is Jeremy and I am an avid outdoorsman. I have taken a particular interest in in hiking and backpacking and that is what you will see me write about most often.

5 Quick Rules of Hiking Etiquette

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You have had a busy week at work. That big report is due and the phone just keeps ringing off the hook. You are stressed to the max but it is all worth it. You are going hiking this weekend. The time finally comes for your peace and quiet as you start walking. You are enjoying nature and all if its beauty. Then all of a sudden you start to hear music. You round the corner and see it.

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The Ultimate First Aid Kit Includes All Of This

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Almost everyone agrees that taking a first aid kit on the trail is a good idea. Where people draw the line on what to take is another story. Some people take a few ibuprofen and some band-aids while others take an entire survival bug out kit. In this article I will be listing out everything an ultimate first aid kit would include.

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10 Most Commonly Forgotten Items When On The Trail

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We all have done it. Unless you have a good checklist it is inevitable you will for get something somewhere along the way. I know I almost always forget something sometimes it is no big deal and sometimes it is worse. Here is a list of the top 10 forgotten items when out backpacking.

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Choose A Backpack You Can Wear Comfortably

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As many hikers will tell you you will probably end up going through several backpacks if you hike or backpack for any length of time. I know I have went through several and some of which have been bad decisions. I am writing this article to help you know what to expect and look for when choosing a backpack.

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Trekking Poles: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

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It wasn’t until recently that I started using trekking poles. I had never really liked the idea of having my hands full when trying to hike. After a few times of slipping and falling on the trail I decided to give trekking poles a try. In this article I will be discussing trekking poles in-depth.

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How Does Your Light Perform When On The Trail?

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Anytime you’re going to be out at night on the trail you should definitely have some form of lighting with you. Even if you’re not planning on being out at night when on the trail it is still a good idea to have a light with you. I am a big believer of expect the unexpected and even on day hikes I carry a small flashlight with me just in case. The flashlight I carry is very small and can be used in emergencies. If I am planning on spending the night in the woods that I carry a different light with me that happens to be a headlamp. In this article I will be discussing lighting when on the trail.

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What Everyone Should Know About Water Purifiers.

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The other day I was reading about water purification techniques on the trail when I realized something bad about the way I am currently purifying my water. I continued reading and doing more research and was surprised at what I found. After doing some research I have decided to write this article about water purification techniques. Continue reading to find out what I think everyone should know about water purifiers.

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Surprisingly Many People Carry Their Water With This

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Over time as I have done more and more hiking I have noticed that many people do not carry the traditional water bottles on the trail. In fact, they are not carrying hydration bladders either. You may be surprised to find out exactly what most people including myself have started carrying on the trail.

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Choose The Right Cooking System For Your Trip

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Most of the time when you’re out on the trail camping you will want to do some form of cooking. In many cases it may just be boiling water for your freeze-dried food. There may be other times when you want to cook up some eggs. Either way you will most likely want to cook something. How you go about cooking is another question. There are many different types of cooking systems on the market. With so many options it can be hard to decide on what to take. In this article I will be discussing cooking systems and the advantages and disadvantages of each.

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