Activity for birch‭

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Question	—	How can I safely use a candle lantern inside a tent? I have a candle lantern housed inside what I think is an aluminum frame. I'm concerned it will get hot enough to melt fabrics. How can I safely use it inside a tent? Should I suspend it from the tent ceiling somehow? Is it safe to fall asleep with it lit? (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Question	—	What is an alternative sleep system if I don't want to use a down mummy bag for winter camping? I would like to winter camp in a 4-season tent but am interested in alternatives to mummy sleeping bags. I want to avoid that shape. What alternative sleep systems do people use that are appropriate for winter camping? Expected conditions: Self-inflating sleeping pad with foam core, R value = 4 ... (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Question	—	What is a reasonable budget to solo-hike the Continental Divide Trail? I am considering a thru-hike next summer of the Continental Divide Trail. What is a reasonable budget for covering the time from starting to finishing the hike? This question has an answer for the AT, but I assume CDT is different due to less infrastructure on the trail to spend money on. (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Question	—	What are some common mistakes to avoid when trying winter camping for the first time? I would like to try winter camping. What are some common mistakes first-timers make when trying to camp in the cold? I would be camping in temperatures between 0 and 32 Fahrenheit (-17 to 0 degrees Celsius). The climate would tend to be dry and cold, temperatures consistently below freezing, unlikel... (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Question	—	What are some challenges to starting a small business that runs backpacking trips? I have more than a decade of experience in outdoor recreation, environmental education, and backpacking. I am now thinking about starting a small business offering backpacking guide service to people who are interested in backpacking but have no experience. The business would be formed in the United ... (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: What exactly would change if most of the Grand Canyon was designated as wilderness? It is hard to predict what exactly would change if most of the Grand Canyon was designated wilderness. It is hard to predict because the exact wilderness regulations differ based on many things related to the history, local politics, national politics, economic activity, etc. of the protected area. ... (more)	—	over 5 years ago