Posts Tagged ‘hiking gear’

New Article: Mud Hiking!

Monday, March 29th, 2010

Mud HikingCoast published a new article this month called “Mud Season Hiking: How to Stay Safe” by Ben Nystrom. The article offers practical advice on hiking trails in late winter and early spring when mud is prevalent on trails, making them potentially hazardous to both hikers and the surrounding environment.

Nystrom opens by briefly explaining that mud season is simply melting snow and rain that saturate the ground, creating massive amounts of mud. As he continues, he makes a number of crucial observations about hiking trails during this particular season that will help keep you safe as well as content along the way.

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Must-Haves for Seasonal Hiking

Monday, October 12th, 2009

A multi-tool is a great companion for hiking.

I read an informative pair of articles today about appropriate gear and clothing for hiking. Since I recently published a post about fall and winter outdoor opportunities, I thought the connection was aptly timed. So, if you’re getting geared up to venture out into the fall or winter weather, read on for some great tips and advice.

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Camping Tips for Beginners

Sunday, July 12th, 2009

If you’re looking to venture into the Great Outdoors for the first time this summer (and you should), I read an article recently that offered a number of suggestions for ensuring your first experience camping is a positive one. Because, well, what part of sleeping outside on the ground far away from civilization doesn’t sound appealing?

Here’s the advice that outdoor expert Georges Seguin has to offer:

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Hiking the Appalachians

Thursday, October 16th, 2008

The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) Maine Chapter will host authors Ron and Nancy Chase on Thursday, October 23, 2008.  Ron and Nancy, AMC Maine Executive Committee alumni, will give a presentation on hiking the scenic mountains of New England.

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Hike Mount St. Helens Blast Zone

Sunday, September 28th, 2008

Oregon Peak Adventures and Portland Community College have paired up to offer a Hike the Blast Course through the Recreation and Wellness Department.  The course is a 12 mile hike in the mountains blast zone and covers crossing the Pumice Plain to Loowit Falls located at the base of “The Breech.”  Participants will hike to Windy Ridge from there and be picked up.  The course includes a classroom orientation on October 2, 2008 from 6:30pm – 9:30pm. The hike will be on October 5.  The area is rich in history and natural beauty. Participants will get to discuss the 1980 eruption and how the area has changed and grown since the blast.

The course costs $150 per person plus $29 for tuition.

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