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7 Essential Tips for Fun and Successful Hiking with Your Dog
There's no better place to spend time with man's best friend than in the great outdoors. Here's how to go hiking with your dog and how Pike Trail can help.
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The Beginner's Guide to Hiking Mistakes: What NOT to Do Your First Time on the Trails
Hiking is one of America's favorite pastimes. It makes sense since the landscape we live in is so diverse, and wandering through it on foot gives you a chance to really take in its beauty. America has an incredible variety of hiking spots you can experience, from some of the world's tallest mountains to some of the world's whitest sand desserts.
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How to Stay Comfy When Camping
There is no question that one of the most magical, romantic, and fun activities you can do is go camping. To sleep out under the stars is a great way to connect with nature around you and also to remind you that you and your worries are pretty small in the grand scheme of things. Camping, no matter the season, has physical and mental health benefits.
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4 Important Things You Need to Know About Socks and the Outdoors
If you hear the word "hiking," "socks" probably isn't the first thought that pops into your head. It should be! Many people do not realize that socks are really important when it comes to optimizing your performance and improving your experience of a hike. They can get so focused on hiking boots that they forget about the importance of hiking socks.
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How to Pack Your Car for a Trek to the Wilderness
Just because it's winter, it doesn't mean that you should hibernate inside. In fact, even though spring is still a few weeks (or months) away, depending on where you live, there is so much outdoor fun that can be had right now. One of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors in the winter is to go on a long trip in your car.
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The 4 Essential Items You Didn't Know You Needed for a Successful Hike
While all these beginner hiking items will prepare you for a simple, short hike, there are some additional items that seasoned hikers know will make any hike better and more comfortable. Read on to learn more about the essential items you should have if you want to become a serious hiker. This gear will not only keep you comfortable while you're out on your great wilderness adventure, but they can also keep you safe and supported as you traverse hilly, ice, or wet ground.
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The 3 Most Beautiful Early Spring Hikes in the U.S.
There are countless gorgeous places across the country to hike or to camp. However, if you want the absolute best hikes for the upcoming season, check out the list below. The following places are known to offer unbeatable spring hikes, so you can get the most beautiful views of the season and re-remember what it's like for nature to come alive again after its long winter nap.
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The Most Surprising Benefits of Hiking in Winter
There are some places in America that are just too hot to hike in the summer. For example, parts of Death Valley and the desert in Nevada are too hot to safely wander through in the warmer months. However, it is safer to explore these regions when winter has arrived. Thanks to the cooler weather, you can see some glorious places that are not viewable when the sun is blazing.
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Top 5 Hints for Successful Camping in Winter
With the right attitude and the right stuff, you'll have an unforgettable experience sleeping under the stars in the colder months. Here are some hints you need to keep in mind if you've decided you want to tackle the fun challenge of winter camping.
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