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Q&A Would the Red Wing Irish Setter work for Philmont?

I was told that a pair of Red Wing Irish Setter boots won't work for going to Philmont Scout Ranch, because they've never seen them (according to Philmont outfitter boots department). I'll be doin...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by a coder‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I self-assess my physical condition after a fall in the backcountry?

Background: The weather that day, as well as the week before, had been dry and warm. At about nine pm on August 2, 2014, I fell off of a log onto rocks. The fall was roughly twenty feet. The rocks ...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by Zach L‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Solar Power While Backpacking

I am planning a multi-week backpacking trip (the JMT in California), and want to bring a real camera. What are some good solar power options for charging my camera batteries on a long backpacking ...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by theJollySin‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

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Q&A How steep of a slope can you skin up in AT gear?

At what pitch does it become more effective to zig-zag up and/or lose the skis entirely?

2 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by mattsolar‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are some good guides to the U.S. national forests, specifically those in California?

I was thinking of heading to some of the northern California national forests, but I wasn't sure which to pick. I've read all the relevant links in each fs.udsa.gov website, including attractions, ...

2 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Jason‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

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Q&A Depth Perception in the Mountains

I'm not from the mountains. Every time I go into the mountains I lose all depth perception. I can't tell by looking if a peak is 100 meters or a 1,000 meters above me. I have to stare hard and lo...

3 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by theJollySin‭  ·  last activity 10y ago by System‭

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Q&A Can I replace Dish soap?

I have been trying to get my weight down on longer backpacking trips. I have already taken to buying very strong soap and using very little, but I was wondering is there something I can replace the...

5 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by MaskedPlant‭  ·  last activity 11y ago by System‭

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Q&A Beginner Ski Touring - Avalanche Terrain

So, I've taken my AST1 (see here for info, it's a Canadian course), and I'm starting to get into backcountry skiing. Just wondering what people would recommend for beginner terrain? Specific examp...

1 answer  ·  posted 11y ago by Paul Kirby‭  ·  last activity 11y ago by System‭

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Q&A Jerky or Freeze-dried food : Is the salt they contain a concern?

Almost all outdoors activities require having a certain quantity of water to prevent dehydration. Many types of jerky or Freeze-dried foods contain high amounts of salt. Should that be considered? ...

2 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by Amine‭  ·  last activity 11y ago by System‭

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Q&A When should you be alert for snakes?

Are there specific seasons or temperatures that increase the likelihood that a hiker would encounter a snake? I go backpacking solo in the mid-Atlantic (US) and carry a snakebite kit as an extra pr...

1 answer  ·  posted 11y ago by BMitch‭  ·  last activity 11y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I identify dangerous, marshy land?

At a casual look, grass with a bit of surface water on it can look very similar to a potentially deadly marsh, and in many rural places there can be lots of both after it's been raining! In dry wea...

2 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by berry120‭  ·  last activity 11y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are the different materials for ski climbing skins and advantages to each?

I'm using mohair climbing skins right now but I've heard of other materials. What others are there and how do they compare to mohair?

1 answer  ·  posted 12y ago by Ross‭  ·  last activity 12y ago by System‭