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Posts by Ricketyship‭

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Q&A Strengthening exercises for a backpacking trip?

I cant speak for all, but here is what I do: Running. Improves your lung capacity, improves your stamina, strengthens your bones. Weighted Squats. Dynamically works the majority of your body, esp...

posted 10y ago by Ricketyship‭  ·  last activity 10y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do you keep the inside of your backpack organized?

I have always viewed packing of backpack in terms of: Ease of access. Distribution of weight to prevent unwanted strain. Distribution of weight is a very important aspect that you have to consi...

posted 10y ago by Ricketyship‭

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Q&A How can I conserve water over long treks?

We have tried a couple of things. I'm not entirely sure that all would agree up on these measures, but let me state them none the less. Hydrating before you start off the trek (Already stated) Tr...

posted 9y ago by Ricketyship‭

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Q&A Tips for camping in the territory of elephants

I've been through a couple of mammalian surveys in the south Indian forests known for elephants. Here are my few suggestions (Disclaimer: These were told to me by forest officials. I cannot vouch f...

posted 9y ago by Ricketyship‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

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Q&A Do leeches fall onto prey from trees?

From my personal experience in the Western Ghats of India: I have found them in still water. They dwell on the ground hunting for prey. They can climb up trees barks and search for the heat signa...

posted 9y ago by Ricketyship‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

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Q&A Why bring a multitool on long treks?

There's always a difference between required and excessive. A lot of these multi tools have specific purposes. Do I require a screwdriver on a trek? Mostly no. Will I use a knife, a pair of scisso...

posted 9y ago by Ricketyship‭  ·  last activity 9y ago by System‭

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Q&A Eating ants/termites on outdoor expeditions

Recently on one of the jungle trails we came across a colony of termites and we went ahead and tasted them (Bear Grylls style?). We did the same with the weaver ants which are quite common in the S...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by Ricketyship‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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