Outdoors - Q&A

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Iodine tablet correct use and efficiency

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water-purification

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Outer Layer Recommendation Question

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gear jackets travelling

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Are Italian mountain huts accessible when unstaffed? Do I need a key?

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italy huts

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Food for desert hiking

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food deserts ultralight

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Would Mud Prevent Sunburn?

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sun

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What determines whether the young of a cat is called a kitten or a cub?

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animals terminology

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How likely are you to be injured by falling shot from a game shoot?

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uk shooting hunting trail-running

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How do I fold in / tidy up the straps on my rucksack?

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backpacking backpacks

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Do birds eat chillies? Do they feel the chilli heat?

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birds bird-behaviour bird-watching bird-feeding

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How to temporarily mark a trail?

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wilderness navigation

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replace Sunfish flotation blocks

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repairs sailing boats

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Synthetic insulated belay jacket vs thicker mid layers or down

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jackets wet-gear

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What to look for in wellington boots

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boots footwear

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Can I place emergency calls on a FirstNet cell with a standard cell phone?

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emergencies cell-phones

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Are there any areas in Southeast Asia where it would be safe to wild-camp with a tent in the mountains?

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camping safety wild-camping

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Water preparation on desert hiking

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survival acclimatization deserts

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Which are the best lightweight, non-solar, camping lanterns available?

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camping

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Is "scat" used to describe the droppings of any animal?

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animals terminology

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How big do ducklings get before they can fly?

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bird-behaviour ducks

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What are surfing spots that are equally safe as Peniche (Portugal) but with somewhat smaller waves?

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surfing

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Why would you climb hard bigwall projects in Yosemite in winter?

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climbing rock-climbing yosemite big-wall-climbing

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Require advice on power conservation for backpacking trip

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electronic-gear dslr cell-phones

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Can any automotive fluids be made safe to drink?

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survival water-purification

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What signs can I use to navigate a cave if lost?

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survival navigation weather

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Is a hand chainsaw legal to carry in the UK

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uk legality

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OS Map Symbols - Black Dots

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uk maps ordnance-survey

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Could a lamprey attack a swimmer in coastal waters around the UK?

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uk swimming

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How to arrange 2 Prusiks when ascending a rope?

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self-rescue prusik

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How to prevent skin cracks?

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cold-weather prevention

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Rods for shark fishing

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united-states fishing fishing-tackle fishing-rods

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How stiff of a sole should I look for in hiking boots?

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hiking boots

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What to do if you cross paths with a buck?

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preparation deer

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Given limited space and weight what should I carry to get a fire going with damp wood?

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fire-starting hiking

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Shore based shark fishing

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fishing fishing-rods

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Does less riverside vegetation lead to fewer fish?

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fishing

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Can orange safety vest be used when hiking during hunting season?

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hiking safety hunting bow-hunting hunting-gear

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Is sleeping on the ground in cold weather better than on an air mattress?

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camping gear cold-weather

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Group protocol should the group become separated

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navigation emergencies groups

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What are the differences between prismatic, lensatic, mirrored, and optical sighting compasses?

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navigation compasses

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How to react to an aggressive boar

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survival boars

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How do I get my fingers and toes warm before rock climbing at cold temperatures?

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rock-climbing cold-weather bouldering

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Why does my hand skin continue to crack and peel for days after rock climbing?

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rock-climbing allergies climbing-chalk

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What is the easiest way to remove creosote from pots and pans?

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camping gear cooking backpacking backcountry

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Where did all the stink bugs go?

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bugs

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How is an attempt defined in sport climbing?

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rock-climbing sport-climbing

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How do I safely move around Canada Geese?

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safety birds bird-behaviour geese

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What wetsuit thickness is recommended in which temperatures for diving?

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scuba-diving gear snorkeling wetsuits

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How to prevent strap slippage through buckle?

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gear gear-care

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How dangerous is it to walk with wet feet in cold terrain?

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walking feet health cold-weather rain

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Why is there such a singular place for bird watching?

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birds bird-watching