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Dec
Searching for a Perfect State of Colorado: Solo Backpacking
Posted By: Jeff Sherman // Category: Hiking
In his book, Searching for a Perfect State of Colorado, author William Hood takes us along on his own harrowing journey as he attempts to cross the Weminuche Wilderness Area, by himself, in September of 2002. He would complete this one hundred mile trek in just nine days as backpacking across the San Juan mountains transcends from a physical challenge, to a mental test, to ultimately a spiritual enlightenment.
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One of my favorite things to do is be out in the woods away from everything. My Dad and brother in law Ryan and I went backpacking in October on the AT in New Jersey. Great trip! Doing stuff like this helps me remember what life is really all about.
My friend Tom and I flew out to Seattle in August of 2008 to get away. We took a ferry across Puget Sound to Bremerton to pick a rental car then drove down to Mt. St. Helens. From there we drove through Aberdeen, Ruby Beach, and Forks to hike and camp on the Olympic Coast. From there we went north to Lake Crescent and into Olympic National Park and camped at Olympic Hot Springs. From the hot springs we headed back to Seattle. The Pacific Northwest is a beautiful little corner of the world and I highly recommend a visit there to anyone.
Learn how to prepare for a hiking trip in this free hiking video
http://www.geartalkwithjasonklass.com/ A lot of people have asked me to do a video on what I carry in my pack for day hiking and backpacking. Since I was out on a day hike today, I took a moment to go through what I typically carry on a 3-season day hike. I’ll do another video on what I carry for backpacking trips soon.
Keen Targhee II: http://bit.ly/b50PL2
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http://www.hikingequipmentsite.com/hiking-poles/hiking-equipment-all-about-hiking-poles – Learn more on Walking, Trekking or Hiking Poles and how to use them on my blog post.
Hiking boots should be chosen based on the difficulty of a hike, and both weight and material should be taken into consideration. Learn about the importance of ankle support and water resistance in hiking boots with help from a recreational kayaking instructor and outdoor adventurer in this free video on hiking boots.
Pictures from my northbound, 2009, Appalachian Trail thru hike. Springer Mountain, Georgia to Baxter State Park, Maine (March 25-August 1).