In a previous article, I talked about the Approach Pack by Ruffwear, which by the way is an excellent pack. Well, okay you have the pack or may have ordered one, so what goes in the pack. 1.) The obvious, of course, is food, water and collapsible bowls for the food and water. … [Read more...] about Hiking Essentials for Your Dog’s Backpack
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Money Well Spent: Shoes, Socks and an Umbrella
If you cannot walk or are in pain when walking due to blisters or emersion foot also known as trench foot, or from a twisted ankle, or bruised foot because your boots or shoes offered no support or shock absorption, your survival may hang in the balance. Boots and Shoes While … [Read more...] about Money Well Spent: Shoes, Socks and an Umbrella
While Hiking or Hunting You May Discover Human Remains: What Do You Do
While rare, it does happen, hikers, hunters, and others out enjoying the day do stumble upon recent and not so recent human remains. What would you do in this case, what is the law, and what should you do as a practical matter. In some states, like Utah, for example, it is a … [Read more...] about While Hiking or Hunting You May Discover Human Remains: What Do You Do
How to Stay Safe Hiking during Hunting Season
According to the National Safety Council's most recent statistics, approximately 100 people die nationwide in hunting accidents each year, while, more than 1,500 die in swimming-related incidents each year (Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 2016). This is just to show … [Read more...] about How to Stay Safe Hiking during Hunting Season
Hiking: Health Benefits and Helping You Prepare For a Crisis Continued
The last article talked about the benefits of hiking, and how it is good training for a crisis. The health benefits alone are well worth the effort, not to mention the survival skills you will pick up as you get out in the wild. Your senses will get a good exercise, as well, … [Read more...] about Hiking: Health Benefits and Helping You Prepare For a Crisis Continued