Category Archives: Skills

Tips for Female Backpackers

7 Tips for Female Backpackers

At first you might think that as a woman there are many more things to worry about while thru-hiking than a man might have to think about. This might be true for some, but there is nothing that should keep you from hiking! Below are seven tips for dealing with woman-specific challenges you might encounter […]

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Guide to Hitchhiking for Backpacking

How to Hitchhike when Backpacking

Why Hitchhike? Long distance trails like the Colorado Trail do not always run directly through towns. In order to resupply, hitchhiking is a great option. There are countless horror stories of hitchhiking which gives it a bad reputation but it actually can be one of the most rewarding experiences on the trail. Lasting friendships and […]

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Hiking Blisters

How to Prevent Blisters while Hiking

The Secret to Hiking Blister-Free Good foot care can mean the difference between a beautiful hike and a somber early return. I hiked the Colorado Trail without a single blister and so can you.  With the smart use of proper footwear, sock liners, and early prevention blisters can be completely avoided. How Blisters are Formed […]

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