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A: What to do if you are above timberline and your descent is cut off by a large forest fire? Your question answers itself - "above timberline" indicates very little, if any, fuels for the fire, so the best option (assuming no life-threatening issues) is to stay put. As others have mentioned, forest fires move rapidly, so you'll be able to descend at some point. Also fires are heavily monitor... (more) |
— | over 5 years ago |
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A: How to hike without constantly looking down This may seem kind of obvious, but I use a scanning technique. I like to look at the next 10-20 feet, look up on all sides, look down, and then look up. It's a lot like driving, scan your mirrors, then your environment, then your dash or whatever you need to, and then repeat. It does take mental purp... (more) |
— | almost 9 years ago |
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A: Preventing hand blisters while paddling Kayak guide here... Blisters form because of friction, as many know. What most don't realize is that it matters little if your hands are wet or dry. Because you are gripping the paddle tightly, your hands will rub against the paddle plastic. Depending on how you are holding it, you want to minimi... (more) |
— | over 9 years ago |
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A: What precautions are needed for caving? Couple things: ALWAYS wear a helmet. You bang your head a lot more than you think, since you're in the dark all the time (or with limited scope of light with your headlamp). With a helmet, you hardly feel anything when you bump your head. Much, MUCH more comfortable. Of course, keep it buckled to y... (more) |
— | about 10 years ago |
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A: What purpose does a mesh liner serve in outdoors clothing? The mesh liner is for breath-ability, also makes things more lightweight. That way, the inner layer isn't as dense, and still allows moisture, heat, etc, to breathe through the outer layers, if they are so designed. (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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A: Are bears attracted by Lotions and Perfumes? It does. Rule of a bear cache is to put EVERYTHING that smells, in your bear cache and hang it. This applies to toothpaste, deodorant, food, lotions, perfumes, yes. More info: What precautions should I take to protect myself and my camp from bears? (more) |
— | over 10 years ago |
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A: What kind of mementos, if any, am I allowed to collect from State and National parks in small quantities? I have a lot of experience with the federal lands, and the rules are pretty much the same between agencies, whether the Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service or the US Forest Service. The rule is: don't remove anything. There are some serious consequences, even a felony in some cas... (more) |
— | about 11 years ago |
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A: Is there a web application that can notify you ahead of time if a certain weather forecast is predicted for a certain location? You can use IFTTT (If This, Then That). You can use it to create your own rules to check the weather for you and then email or even text you with a link and what kind of condition changes. For example, mine is set to email me whenever there is more than X change in temperature, or if it is going t... (more) |
— | over 11 years ago |
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A: Safest months to hike in Colorado Bears are a big danger in the spring/summer/fall. I just went elk hunting in a remote valley in Northwest Wyoming, and it was in the winter when the bears (both grizzly and black bears) were hibernating. In the summer, there are so many bears up there that some people don't even go up there. I ... (more) |
— | over 11 years ago |
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A: Thinking about a road trip out West I recommend visiting Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park - they border each other. Here's what I recommend: Take Interstate 90 across South Dakota (or go up through Wisconsin/North Dakota, then drop - much more scenic in Minnesota/Wisconsin, and easier driving in ND than SD)... (more) |
— | about 12 years ago |
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A: Is it necessary to carry a knife sharpener? It's not necessary, but something that you probably would want to carry, especially if you plan on using your knife much. Buy a diamond file, very small & lightweight, and you can resharpen your knife with little effort. I like to use something like this to keep my knives sharp: EZE-LAP L ... (more) |
— | about 12 years ago |
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A: How do you safely cut wood with a knife? What you want to do is find a good knife, that is partially serrated, so that you can have the choice of cutting things with the serrations or without... I personally recommend the CRKT M16-10KZ (EDC) or another knife of the M16 line, as they cut small trees/shrubs quite easily. I've used the M16-1... (more) |
— | about 12 years ago |
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A: What type of knife should I carry while rock climbing? Personally, I like the hilted CRKT Special Forces M16-13SFG - it has Veff serrations that cut better than normal serrations & has an extremely tight clip that is made to attach to all kinds of things, from webbing to pockets to even climbing harnesses. From the description: All knives in thi... (more) |
— | about 12 years ago |
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A: What are some things to keep in mind when stealth camping? Some things to remember when stealth camping: Never camp or enter property marked with Private or No Trespassing. Never camp behind a gate or fence - you could get locked in. Depending on the location, it could be a while before someone comes along to let you out. Camoflauge yourself. Cover your ... (more) |
— | about 12 years ago |
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A: Which careers allow working in the wild on a daily basis? A good outdoor job that allows for much hiking and outdoor activity is that of an archaeologist, especially one who works in Cultural Resource Management (CRM) (often includes private companies that survey for oil pipeline projects or power lines, etc), or for one of the federal land/wildlife managem... (more) |
— | about 12 years ago |
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A: How to get started skiing? Learn to inline skate/rollerblade. Seriously, learn to rollerblade first. Many techniques that you apply to roller blading also apply to skiing, the two activities are very similar, all that varies really is the surface. I roller bladed for a number of years before I first learned to ski, and my ... (more) |
— | about 12 years ago |
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What are some ways/devices that I can use to charge my batteries in the wilderness? When backpacking, I might carry a MagLite flashlight or something similar that requires two AA batteries. I tend to favor rechargeable batteries for a variety of reasons. How can I recharge my batteries in the wilderness? (more) |
— | about 12 years ago |
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Do iodine water treatment tablets have negative effects? I've heard that iodine water treatment tablets can have negative side effects. Is this true? If so, what are some healthier alternatives? (more) |
— | about 12 years ago |
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A: Looking for a Topographical map resource? The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has topographical maps arranged in the typical 7.5 minute quadrangle format, available for free viewing & download online for all of the US. Links: USGS Topo Maps USGS Map Locator and Downloader (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: What should you look for when buying hiking socks? Don't use cotton socks for hiking. When your feet sweat, the socks become wet, and take forever to dry out. Good socks remove the bacteria and moisture that thrive in the environment created by sweating feet and help to prevent blisters. Cotton retains moisture, thus cotton socks will not do the... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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What are areas of the body which lose heat more quickly, and how can I reduce that loss? What are the higher heat loss areas of the body and how can I reduce heat loss in those areas? (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: What precautions should I take when hiking among herds of elk? Use common sense. Don't make any sudden movements. Don't run or jog, walk at a consistent and normal pace. Give them their space, respect them from a distance. Don't get in between a cow elk and her calves - the cow elk and/or bull elk will find this threatening and may charge you. Leave your dog/... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: How do you prevent mold in CamelBak hydration bladders? I would suggest: leaving the cap open, letting it air dry, then sealing it up and keeping it out of direct sunlight in a dark area (perhaps inside your pack). When you are ready to use it again, rinse it a few times - run some water through the hose as well. (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: What are some effective ways of reducing itching from a mosquito bite? Have a look at AfterBite, it is a treatment for insect bites and stings. You can apply it to bitten areas, provides relief from mosquito, ticks, fleas, horse flies, black flies, etc. Note: I am not affiliated with this product in any way, shape, or form. (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: Is there a way to reduce mosquito bites from swelling It is possible your son is allergic to mosquitos. Some natural solutions to itching & swelling include rubbing the area with: apple vinegar lemon juice eucalyptus oil Vicks vapor rub raw garlic raw honey reduces pain vinegar mixed with olive oil You can also rub 1 tablespoon of lavender oi... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: What to bring into a tree stand? You're making a big safety mistake by putting your gun in your pack when you climb into a tree stand. In reality, it is safer to haul up all of your gear, including your pack, and your gun unloaded with the action open by a rope, rather than have it on your back where it could a) go off or b) hurt y... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: How can I avoid putting cinder burn holes in my clothing? Like Thomas Rawyler said, one should lay aside his waterproof layer or anything similar that a cinder can burn through when he is working with fire. One doesn't need a waterproof layer when he has a fire, since he is being kept warm by the fire. Or in most cases anyways. If it is raining or you re... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: How do you properly dispose of human waste while snow camping? I would dig a deep hole in the snow - and then cover it up again, because when the snow melts, the waste will decompose fairly quickly with warm temps and water, it'll break up and disperse. If it is practical, find some dead branches, leaves, or even rocks, and cover it up and then put snow back on... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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After I've shot large game, and it escapes, how can I track it? When hunting in the forest/mountains, how can I track large game (in particular, deer, elk, sheep, the like) after I've shot and wounded him and he's escaped? What should I look for? What signs are there that the animal has passed this way? (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: Will a tent provide some protection from bears? A tent may give you slightly more protection than sleeping out in the open, but not much. If a bear wants at you, the fabric of the tent is no match for his sharp claws. Bears, both black and grizzly, have been known to cause severe damage even to buildings, high wooden fences, and even vehicles.... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: What are some good ways to waterproof a geocache / letterbox? Use an ammunition box - commonly found at Army/Navy surplus stores or on eBay/Craiglist for $10 USD, depending on the caliber size of the box. .50 caliber boxes are larger than, say, 30 caliber. Waterproof, cheap, and very durable. Another option is to use Tupperware or something similar if a s... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: How to safely carry a fixed-blade knife? I would suggest using a Kydex or plastic sheath. You can also buy Kydex inserts for your leather/nylon etc. sheaths as well. According to Grant Lamontagne at the Multitool.org Forum: The nice thing about kydex and other plastic type sheaths are that they usually attach to the guard of the knife,... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: What should you do if you are bitten by a rattlesnake? When bitten by a rattlesnake: keep the patient still. keep the body part/limb bitten below the area of the heart. do not constrict blood flow. Remove jewelry, other articles of clothing or any accessories that might restrict blood flow. get to a hospital as fast as possible, if at all possible. do ... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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Folding versus fixed blade knives Similar to Serrated vs flat-edge knives, I'm wondering what the strengths and weaknesses are of folding knives versus fixed blade knives? What are fixed blades good for? What are folding knives not so good for? (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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What are some alternative ways of fishing - i.e. catching fish? If I'm out in the wilderness and want to catch fish to survive, what are some ways I can do this without a conventional fishing pole/line? (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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How can I identify edible berries/fruit from poisonous? How can I identify edible berries/fruit in the wide and avoid the poisonous varieties? Is there a general guideline that can be followed or is specific to each plant? (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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How can I signal for help in the wilderness? What are some different ways I can signal for help in the wilderness? I'm looking for methods that apply in all seasons, particularly in the mountains, with forests or meadows & plateaus. (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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Is drinking urine safe? We've all heard stories about how people saved their lives by drinking their urine. Is drinking urine safe when there are no other water sources available? Can I filter it with a water purifier? (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: As an experienced backpacker in the Eastern US, what should I know before hiking in the Western US? Some helpful points from someone who lives in the western US... Altitude: is a big factor in hikes, often in the West, especially around the Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevadas, you will experience a lot of altitude changes. the Western terrain varies widely - even in the space of a few miles. Mak... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: How should I treat hypothermia? When treating mild to medium hypothermia, you should: Stop. Create a heat source, such as a fire and get the patient warm. take wet clothing off. The best way to do this if you don't have other clothes to change into, is to take off your underwear/under layers and dry those first, then when those... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: What precautions should I take to protect myself and my camp from bears? When you meet a bear, keep several things in mind: Never make eye contact with a bear. Make yourself as large as possible - do this by standing on a stump or rock. take your coat and raise it above your shoulders, etc. Never turn your back to the bear or run. This will make him think you are prey ... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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What should I do when I'm lost? What should I do when I get disoriented or lost? How can I find help or make myself easier to find? This is a general question to do when lost in the wilderness, whether it is a meadow or mountain. (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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A: What is the fastest method to 'break in' full leather boots? One of the things I've heard that wildland firefighters like to do (they often wear large, all leather boots, like these: Danner Flashpoint II) is put on the boots, stand in the bathtub with water and let the water soak through the boots with your feet on, and then wear them around the house for a fe... (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |
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How do I treat a blister? How can I prevent getting them in the first place? When hiking with a new pair of boots or if I haven't been hiking in a while, my feet might get blisters. How can I treat a blister and keep hiking? Are there things I can do to prevent getting blisters? (more) |
— | over 12 years ago |