No Pain, No Maine? Long-distance hiking or thru-hiking is challenging both mentally and physically. Whether hiking the Appalachian Trail or another long-distance trail, the continuous step-by-step motion from dusk to dawn, repeated day after day, requires considerable effort and determination. It can feel monotonous, and it may involve pain. AT thru-hikers accept that the 2,168-mile trek from Georgia to Maine will not be without aches. Hence, the expression There is a lot of planning and logistics involved pre-hike, testing existing gear, researching & purchasing new equipment, gathering foodstuff, acquiring proper […]
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Are you planning a hike in mountainous terrain or a gorge? Extended descents can put significant pressure on the knees and cause swollen toenails. Here are a few steps you can take pre-hike to minimize painful toenails, black toenails, and eventual toenail loss. We’ve already covered protecting your knees downhill in a previous article. Lacing technique to secure your foot Improper lacing can cause your foot to slide forward on steep descents, causing your toes to bang into the front toe box and bruise. The overhand lacing technique will help hold your […]
If you wear contact lens, chances are you have bad eyesight and dislike wearing glasses. So, is there any reason you should give up wearing your contact lenses when backpacking? No. It is possible to successfully wear and sanitize your contact lenses in the wilderness. You’ll just need to pay attention to maintaining lens hygiene. Bring along your normal supplies that you use at home for cleaning your lenses, plus a spare set of contact lenses and glasses. Are Glasses really Necessary? Just think how confident you can make your way […]
The weather is turning cold and we’ve got something to help warm you up. Chunky Chipotle Chili, a medium-spicy soup featuring mixed beans, lentils, quinoa, chipotle pepper, and chile de árbol! This chili pairs well with corn chip dippers, pasta, eggs and rice. Vegan and Gluten Free.
Although our routines may seem insignificant, the decisions we make in our daily lives impact the wellness of our health, family, community, and world. For instance, conserving energy by turning the lights off in empty rooms is a start to environmental awareness. This small habit is sensible because it saves natural resources and money. This action may lead to other changes, such as making non-toxic, biodegradable cleaning supplies using vinegar, baking soda, and lemon. Adopting more significant practices, like using a bike instead of a car for short-distance trips, could […]