Tag: hikers
Hiking Tips: Be aware of the dangers around cattle
If you’ve ever stopped to think about the cow, it’s likely that you considered it a gentle, if a rather stupid creature. You may also…
Choosing the best water filters when out hiking
For avid travelers and hikers, packing the right essentials is key to a good trip in the mountains and woods. Many backpackers can only take…
Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro: Do’s and Don’ts
The Roof of Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of the most popular climbing destinations in the world. In fact, people travel from every corner of…
Pine Tree survival hacks
You and a friend are off on a hiking trail through the wilderness, populated by forests of pines, plenty of rivers, hills, and valleys. You…
Blunders often made by hiking beginners – Yes we have worn denim before
When hiking, careless hikers are more likely to step on Diamondback Rattlers, tumble off a cliff, and otherwise get themselves into trouble. And, quite frankly,…
Tyrolean traverses and how to use them safely
In areas that need to be crossed over but are ordinarily impassable or exposed to danger, you may find that a Tyrolean Traverse has been…
Fed Up With Pumping Water Through a Filter – Try a Gravity Fed Filter Instead
We always need clean water when we’re out and about adventuring and traditionally we’ve used filters and purifiers that need pumping or squeezing to get…
This is How to Survive an Encounter With a Baboon – They Can VERY Dangerous
When you go hiking in the wild areas around Cape Town, you will need to take good note and take notice of the signs warning…
10 Blunders Often Made By Hiking Beginners – Yes We Have Worn Denim Before
When hiking, careless hikers are more likely to poke Diamondback Rattlers, tumble off a cliff, and otherwise get themselves into trouble. And, quite frankly, our country…
An Essential List for Day Hikers Venturing into Backpacking
So, you want to get into backpacking which is great news, good for you, it’s an excellent choice. For first-time hikers, there are a few…