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Posted in World Hiking on Apr 4th, 2009
Snow and ice are as hazardous as fast flowing water. Mountain hikers encounter snow and ice all the time, even in summer, but they’re most troublesome in late spring and early summer when they’re extremely slippery.
Snow
Since snow lingers in the same places every year, hiking trails generally avoid such obstacles. This doesn’t mean that hiking [...]
Posted in World Hiking on Mar 20th, 2009
Backpacking in winter brings several challenges. The cold weather and snowy or icy terrain present special issues for backpackers. Probably the most important aspect to consider for winter backpacking is clothing. Many times a person will go about dressing for cold weather in the wrong manner. If you follow the guidelines below you will find [...]
Posted in World Hiking on Mar 18th, 2009
28 years ago, three people came up with the idea that what the world needed was superior shoes for the outdoorsman and athlete, and Merrell sandals were born in Waitsfield, Vermont. The people were C. Matis, Randy Merrell and John Schweitzer. Since 1981 this brand has kept its commitment to excellence and high quality shoes [...]
Posted in World Hiking on Mar 13th, 2009
As Mr. Lloyd F. Nelson worked in the Puget Sound Navel Shipyard during the early 1900s, he may never have dreamt he was going to be an inventor. After working in the shipyard, Nelson went to stake his claim on some of the land where newly oil reserves were opening up.
To make it there, [...]
Posted in World Hiking on Mar 12th, 2009
If you are looking for high quality, durable leather foot wear, then Chaco sandals are for you. This company is absolutely aimed at the outdoor enthusiast, whether amateur or professional. Chaco sandals - and all the footwear in the Chaco line - are made to fit the human foot in the most supportive and comfortable [...]
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