Trekking
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One World Trekking announces new Himalayan treks
Hiking News @ ABC of Hiking &bull Feb 7, 2012One World Trekking (OWT), a 24-year leader in Himalayan adventure travel, has announced a selection of new trekking options for travelers looking for a once in a lifetime experience in 2012. The new trips expand on an already impressive array… Full Story »
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2012 - a New Year and a Greener You
Live for the Outdoors News &bull Jan 19, 2012
I wonder how many of us can remember the first really big hill we climbed, and looked down to see an expanse of greens and blues below us and above, and experienced wonder and passion. There is no doubt in my mind that, whatever our personal beliefs, feeling the beauty and power of landscape unencumbered by machines and human noise is one of the great spiritual connections. It is about love. The first big hill I climbed, at about 12 years old, was Snowdon. Subsequently I… Full Story »
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Hocking Hills' 47th annual famed Winter Hike
Hiking News @ ABC of Hiking &bull Jan 18, 2012January 21 is the date for 2012 Annual Winter Hike. The six-mile trek from Old Man's Cave to Ash Cave draws thousands of hikers each year to experience southeast Ohio's most spectacular scenery. The hike features continuous starts from 9-11 a.m. Hot bean soup is served midway at Cedar Falls for a donation and a shuttle bus will return hikers from Ash Cave to the… Full Story »
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(M) Nemo Obi Elite 1P Tent Review
Backpacking Light &bull Jan 17, 2012
The Obi Elite 1P is Nemo's lightest tent construction yet, and it sets a new standard for lightweight double-wall tents with 10 denier nylon fly and interior fabrics and weight-saving design. The minimum weight of this one-person double-wall tent is… Full Story »
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Lost Brook Dispatches: Cold Rain and Snow
Adirondack Almanack &bull Jan 14, 2012
Become a part of the solution: Andrew Liveris (UPENN interview) and the Nature Conservancy hope to plant a billion trees in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. New York Apartments Looking for Budget Hotels in Manhattan New York or New York Apartments? Lets Book Hotel is a good resource for all your new york accommodation needs. Amy and I had tarried too long in town, visiting friends, getting a tour of a local art collection, enjoying a leisurely holiday pace. We did not start the long climb up to Lost Brook Tract until after 2 PM with a scant two hours… Full Story »
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Trekking the Wild North
The Smoky Mountain Hiking Blog &bull Jan 13, 2012
Trekking the Wild North with Andrew Skurka . Some of you may recall that name. Andrew was named an "Adventurer of the Year" by Outside in 2010, the "Adventurer of the Year" by National Geographic Society in 2007, and the… Full Story »
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Make Winter Camping More Comfortable
Wend Magazine Blog &bull Jan 9, 2012
There comes a time in the dead of winter when we find ourselves pacing the room like a caged wolf, rubbing our slippers raw. As the gray sky looms outside and snow falls to the ground we sometimes sneak into the garage and rummage through our camping gear, thinking fondly of pine trees and mountain air. Somehow, those summer months filled with camping and hiking seems so far away, like a distant, sunny dream. But the truth is for the brave of heart with the proper gear, camping during the winter can be an enchanting reality. Old mountaineers often… Full Story »
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A Dramatic Search and Rescue (Part Two)
Adirondack Almanack &bull Jan 2, 2012
Become a part of the solution: Andrew Liveris (UPENN interview) and the Nature Conservancy hope to plant a billion trees in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. New York Apartments Looking for Budget Hotels in Manhattan New York or New York Apartments? Lets Book Hotel is a good resource for all your new york accommodation needs. Concern mounted on Sunday among the Adirondack plane-crash victims after two nights in the wilderness. Clearing skies had brought the promise of rescue, but frustration set in as more than 20 times, planes approached the site but failed to detect the wreckage. Walking a mile… Full Story »
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Appalachian Trail ready for winter
New York Outdoors Blog &bull Dec 30, 2011
After suffering astronomical damage from summer and late fall storm, and months of arduous repairs, the Appalachian Trail is back on track and ready for winter hikers. Ingui said Hurricane Irene left the Black Creek Bridge in Waywayanda State Park "uncrossable" and hundreds of… Full Story »
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Dan Crane: Solo Backcountry Exploration
Adirondack Almanack &bull Dec 29, 2011
Become a part of the solution: Andrew Liveris (UPENN interview) and the Nature Conservancy hope to plant a billion trees in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. New York Apartments Looking for Budget Hotels in Manhattan New York or New York Apartments? Lets Book Hotel is a good resource for all your new york accommodation needs. One of the central tenets of backcountry exploration is never venture out on your… Full Story »
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Stubai Trekking 10 Point Universal 2012
Live for the Outdoors Gear &bull Dec 21, 2011
The Stubai Trekking 10 Point Universal is a 10-point crampon that is exceptionally compact, and for its price fairly light, making it ideal for those who tend to carry their crampons in their rucksack and use them only occasionally on... Full Story »
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One World Trekking Introduces new Iceland Hike
Hiking News @ ABC of Hiking &bull Dec 20, 2011One World Trekking is excited to announce the launch of its new hut to hut trip in Iceland - The Sveinstindur Trek. This new hiking program features hut to hut hiking across sublime valleys, outstanding views from Mount Sveinstindur, the… Full Story »
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How to Conquer Mount Kilimanjaro
Camping Tourist &bull Dec 14, 2011Climbing to the top of Africa's Mount Kilimanjaro is quite an accomplishment and can be achieved a lot easier if you are properly prepared for the trek. This means you need to take along the right clothing and equipment and be prepared for the altitude adjustment. The mountain, which sits in Tanzania, is just over 19,000 feet in… Full Story »
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Beveridge: Almost Definitely the Mojave's Most Remote Ghost Town
Suite101: Backpacking, Hiking and Camping &bull Dec 13, 2011
In November 2011, a recent hike in the Inyo Mountains has shown just how bad the Snow Flake Mine Trail has become. In the words of Richard Elliott, a historian and a seasoned backpacker, "This is about 20 years worth of damage in less than six months." However, unless more extensive damage is done since November 2011, it is still possible, though much more difficult, to make the hike. A five-day trip is the probably the best bet, if one wants to spend at least a whole day exploring Beveridge. The most used trail into Beveridge is accessed through Saline… Full Story »
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Trekking 2,181 miles along trail
Topix Hiking News &bull Dec 2, 2011
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What Are Lightweight Hiking Shoes?
Suite101: Backpacking, Hiking and Camping &bull Nov 30, 2011
When hiking it is important to not just consider the amount of weight being carried in the pack, but also on the feet as well. Heavy hiking boots can be cumbersome and heavy. This can be a problem when someone… Full Story »
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Swiss Top Court Tells Nude Hiker to Pay Up
Wend Magazine Blog &bull Nov 23, 2011
Swiss nude hiking made the news again last week after Switzerland's top court rejected the appeal of a man fined for trekking in the buff in the canton of Appenzell. To recap, this story was first reported in early 2009… Full Story »
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Win The Lot! Amazing Christmas competition!
Live for the Outdoors News &bull Nov 23, 2011
Worried you'll receive another badly knitted jumper from Aunty Hilda again this year? Fear not - you could win everything listed - a total prize value of over 1400! Tired of getting sock cks for Christmas? You can't have tried Bridgedales, the UK's number one technical ski and outdoor sock brand! The Bridgedale Comfort Trekker, made from soft and luxurious merino wool, is a midweight sock, providing excellent moisture management. With a soft cuff and extra underfoot cushioning, this style is great for all-year trekking and backpacking. Forge a path through the mountains and go off-piste in style in this… Full Story »
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Jack Wolfskin opens store in Birmingham
Live for the Outdoors News &bull Nov 22, 2011
Jack Wolfskin, Europe's market leader in outdoor clothing, footwear and equipment, will soon be opening its first new store in the West Midlands just in time for Christmas. The substantial 2400 sq ft site will open in Birmingham's Bullring Shopping… Full Story »
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6 of the World's Best Isolated Trekking or Hiking Locations
Camping Tourist &bull Nov 3, 2011When a hiking location becomes popular there are often too many people present for you to truly enjoy yourself. If you'd like to hike in more secluded areas around the world these are some of the best as they're peaceful,… Full Story »
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