Weekend Warrior
Jacket, Emergency Blanket, Bivvy - Do I Need Insulation for a Day Hike?
Depending on the day hike, you may think insulation is not really an essential. But at higher altitudes, when the sun goes down, so does the
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Weekend Warrior
- Aug 4, 2019
- 2 min
Do you really need a knife on the trail?
A knife is one of the 10 Essentials, but many day hikers ask, is this really essential?
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Weekend Warrior
- Jun 23, 2019
- 3 min
How much water should you pack for a hike?
Water is the most important of the 10 Essentials. The general rule of thumb is half a liter for every hour, but it can vary for each hiker.
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Weekend Warrior
- May 30, 2019
- 2 min
How To Make a Nalgene Bottle First Aid Kit
A great way to put your first aid kit together is using a Nalgene bottle - which serves as a container to keep things dry and...
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Weekend Warrior
- May 16, 2019
- 2 min
Matches, Lighters, or Flint - Which tool is better?
Not sure what to choose? Here are the distinct advantages and disadvantages of each tool so you can decide what works best for you.
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Weekend Warrior
- Jan 3, 2019
- 4 min
Packing the 10 Essentials
Whether you are new to hiking or have been hiking since you could walk, everyone who heads out on the trail should carry the 10 Essentials.
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