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Hiking and Backpacking
Hiking is going for a walk, but doing it in the wilderness. Backpacking is taking that walk one step further and refers to hiking while carrying a pack on your back. A backpack with extra gear and supplies usually implies longer trips. What you take with you and how how far you hike is up to you. Whether it is a half day jaunt along a local park trail or a week in the deep forest, hiking and backpacking improves people's physical and mental health and general well-being.
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How long would it take to walk from Jerusalem to Samaria?
If a person wants to walk from Jerusalem to Samaria they have a long trek ahead of them. The distance between the locations is about 35 miles. Depending on how fast you walk, it would take roughly three hours to travel between the cities.
I don't think so - a different pair, or different brand, would likely be the same. Your foot and ankle muscles are adjusting to "something new"
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What purpose does a walking stick have when hiking rough road?
Support and stability, but I have been advised that using a single walking-pole is worse than having none, so use two, correctly adjusted to yourself.
What is the name of those bags that are like mini backpacks with long straps?
You can call them as urban backpacks, they are comfortable with shoulder straps and even one at the waist. Additional padding is also provided for them.
What percent of the worlds population knows how to bow drill?
Many people have probably seen someone use a bow drill to start a fire in the movies. Very few have ever attempted it though. Probably the only ones that know how to do it correctly are Boy Scouts and people that have been trained in survival. I know how to do it because when I was young I was in the Scouts and relearned it when I was stationed in Alaska as a survival tool. Not everyone that knows how to do it can do it. It is something that you have to practice.
How much should my hiking bag weigh Im 17 I weigh 65KG and we're going on a 4 day hike?
The recommended maximum weight to carry in a backpack is no more than 25% of your bodyweight. At your weight that is 16.25 kg. Ideally you should carry as little weight as possible, without leaving out anything that is important for your health, safety and enjoyment of the hike. My pack is typically between 12 - 15 kg depending on the duration of the hike and the season.
How can you use a relief map too plan a hiking trip?
To establish where you will be walking up and down hills, and the altitude range and gradients.
How much do Smartwool hiking socks for men cost?
Men's Smartwool hiking socks range from $14.95 per pair on Amazon to $18.95 at REI or Smartwool's own site.
What food can you take walking?
: ;; Muesli - there are plenty of brands available if you don't want to make your own.
;; Porridge - Uncle Toby's variety packs come in convenient sachets. A mix of dried fruits and nuts eg, sultanas, raisins, dates, prunes, apricots, peppitos, sunflower seeds will give extra bulk and nourishment, as the sachets are quite small.
;; Powdered milk - Diploma brand mixes quite well. The full cream variety gives extra oomph for the coming day's walk and tastes better too.
;; Powdered juice - Tang comes in convenient packs that make four drinks. If you are going to be doing a lot of through walks, it is cheaper to buy it by the jar and package it in zip lock bags yourself.
;; Dried biscuits - There are lots of varieties available.
;; Jams and Vegemite - Carry best in old film containers. Wrap jam containers in plastic wrap as well to ensure no sticky mess if the lid pops off.
;; Tea - count exactly how many tea bags you're likely to need. Remember everything extra adds to the weight of your pack.
; Coffee - forget the real stuff, but 'coffee bags' are almost as good as brewed coffee. If you want to use instant, measure out how much you need and carry it in film containers. ; Sugar - start saving all the prepackaged sugar that comes with your cappuccinos etc. These are the lightest and most convenient for your back pack. (Same with salts and peppers.) ; Morning Teas ; Although a little heavy, a good slice of fruit cake is heaven and nutritious at your first break of the day. A good cup of tea at this time always rejuvenates. ; Lunches ; Salamis usually carry well for a couple of days. Jerkys (dried meats) or packs of tuna or salmon are better for days three on. ; Cheese - The Laughing Cow variety is quite tasty and comes in convenient portions that carry well. ; Dried biscuits or mountain breads provide that sense of a sandwich. ; A broth made from stock cubes makes a change from tea and helps top up your salt levels at this time. : ;; Afternoon Teas
;; Dried fruits and nuts are good for this break. Keep in mind how many slices you cut from each piece of fruit before you dehydrate them. It would be quite easy to eat two or three dehydrated mangoes or several bananas at one sitting. What a belly-ache might happen when they rehydrate in your stomach!
;; An electrolyte supplement like Gatorade or Powerade is also good at this time of day.
;; Dinners
;; Probably the most welcomed meal because the hard work of the day is over.
;; Dehydrated meals - boil some water and start rehydrating as soon as you reach camp if possible. The longer your meal sits in water, the better it will taste. Cooked rice and pastas dehydrate well, are light to carry and don't take long to rehydrate and reheat. This also cuts down on your fuel use. It can be useful to carry that little bit extra curry or chili powder in some plastic wrap, just to give your meal that little bit extra zing.
: ;; Vegetables - dried potatoes are readily available at supermarkets. Surprise brand peas, beans, corn and carrots taste OK on the track.
;; Two minute noodles make a good addition to vegetables and packaged pasta sauces, and are a good substitute for rice.
;; A little salt at day's end is helpful, especially if it's been hot and you've lost a lot of body fluids from sweating.
; Supper :
; Hot chocolate drinks, or packaged cup of soupsif you feel you need a bit extra salt, are a great way to round off your nourishment for the day. Unfortunately no-one has come up with a reliable way to dehydrate a good bottle of red or white, but who needs it out in the bush where your only stress should be how to accurately count all the stars overhead. :
; Oh yes, and a little bit of chocolate is a good rewarding treaty before you turn in for the night. Here's a few examples of meals that dehydrate and then rehydrate well. Some herbs and spices tend to lose a lot of their flavour when dehydrated, so don't be afraid to be a little heavy handed, or even take an extra dash wrapped in plastic wrap to add when rehydrating and heating up. To extend the shelf life of dehydrated food store in refrigerator or freezer.
Is the buck 110 a child's knife?
It depends on the size of the child. A good rule of thumb that they use in the Boy Scouts is that if the blade exceeds the palm of your hand, (when laying it horizontally to your fingers) Then the knife is too big.
What food would you bring to the desert and how much?
All would depend on how long you plan to stay in the desert away from a town or city. If it is just a brief visit of a few hours, just some healthy snacks would be fine. For a longer visit, especially if you are backpacking, dehydrated meals are available that are nutritious and weigh little. They only require hot water to rehydrate them for eating. Three meals per day per person plus sufficient water would be required.
The answer to this question will depend on who you ask. Many advances in technology have brought snowshoes into the 21st century. And with so many companies competing it has led to a boon for the consumer looking for the best features and value. The top contenders are probably MSR with a rugged unibody frame construction and 360 degree traction bar that plows through just about anything. And Tubbs which seems to have the recreational people's vote with the most availability.
What is the lightest weight 120 volt ac generator?
I've been looking for a while... the lightest I've seen advertised is: Powerhouse 60370 500Wi Inverter Generator at 21.38 pounds. 500 watts isn't much power, but at just over 21 lbs... it's a good deal.
Without seeing the map, we cannot answer this question. Your map should indicate the scale, and the gridlines will be labeled with coordinates from which you can figure out how far apart they are.
Why a knife sharpened on a rotating wheel produces sparks?
The sharpening stone is "tearing" small particles of metal from the edge of the blade, this produces heat which makes the particle glow almost white hot, the knife also gets hot but because there is more metal it dissipates (spreads out) more, the blade will go blue, and will be much to hot to touch for a short while.
Which knife is better the Cold Steel Recon 1 or the SOG Trident?
The knife depends on the situation...But I do find SOG knives to be of better quality.
One type of compass is a magnetic or electronic device that shows the cardinal directions by indicating North (Magnetic or True). It is used for finding directions.
Another type of compass can also be known as "dividers", depending on whether or not they contain a pencil. They look like two sticks joined together at one end with a hinge. This allows the points of the sticks to spread or close. This device is used to measure distances on maps or charts & for plotting courses. The type with a pencil is used for drawing circles.
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A compass (singular) is used to find direction and location (the latter by plotting intersecting bearings on the map).
[A pair of] compasses (plural) is not the same as dividers. Compasses have a pencil or pen for drawing circles & arcs; dividers have two sharp steel points.
If you throw water on your bonfire is it safe to go to sleep with the fire still smoldering?
NO! .... Specially depends on where you live. I live in Florida where "Burn-Bans" are common. I once had my kids (17 , 18) start then put the fire out for the evening, only they left it smoldering. The next day when i had gotten up the woods behind our house were on fire. So no always make sure the fire is completely out. Try sand it works better.
Where is the best place to go camping in Scotland?
I recommend the shores of Loch Lubnaig in the Trossachs, which is just a few miles north of the town of Callander. We camped there a few weeks ago and it was perfect.
The second car park, driving north, is the best spot. Although it's not exactly wild camping, as the shore is a short walk from the car park, it's not an official campsite so you can build fires. And the water's lovely for a swim. Get there early though because it's popular in the summer.
Also Barra in the western isles
Is it legal to carry a long rifle on the trail while you hike?
It is legal if you have permits for the gun and only in certain areas.
The song is French and it is actually Frere Jacques. The name of the song is "Are you sleeping brother John." It is a song about brother John and the morning bells are ringing and he should be getting out of bed.
