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Getting Started In The Outdoors

If you are new to hiking or just looking for more tips, it can be confusing to know exactly what getting started in the outdoors looks like.  I have shared many of the things I have learned in my lifetime of hiking and spending time outdoors, hopefully some of it will help you, too.  I have also included some of my favorite websites for finding good information!

 

Here are some some popular posts and pages:

  • I Prepare for Failure: The Ten Essentials
  • Hiking 101
  • How To Have Fun Learning And Practicing Navigation From Home (Or Close To Home)
  • How To Hike with Others (And Love It)
  • How To Avoid The Crowds on PNW Trails
  • How Much Risk Is Acceptable?
  • 11 Things I Have Learned About Snowshoeing
  • 7 More Things I Need To Tell You About Snowshoeing
  • Hiking For The Ladies
  • Gear
  • I Dodged A Bullet And Why You Should Have Water Purification Backups

 

These trusted websites can also offer the tools to get you outdoors safely and “In The Know”.

  • American Hiking Society
  • Washington Trails Association
  • Leave No Trace
  • Hiking Etiquette
  • Hiking Basics

 

Now check out my page Find A Hike for ideas on where to go!

 

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Shannon is an outdoor lifestyle writer and whole foods recipe creator who strives to encourage others to live more boldly, eat more vegetables, reduce their footprint and give back with gratitude. She lives in the Pacific Northwest of the United States and can usually be found out hiking or somewhere wishing she was. She enjoys her chocolate dark, a swinging hammock and liberated toes. Find out more here…

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