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    • Shelter Building Techniques
    • Using a Compass and GPS

Wilderness Skills & Survival

Essential survival and navigation skills every hiker should know.

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Dealing with Sprains, Strains, and Broken Bones While Hiking
Posted inFirst Aid for Hikers Wilderness Skills & Survival

Dealing with Sprains, Strains, and Broken Bones While Hiking

Introduction to Trail InjuriesHiking through America’s wild places is an adventure, but the trail doesn’t always play nice. Whether you’re trekking through Rocky Mountain switchbacks or scrambling up California’s rugged…
Posted by Ethan Taylor June 4, 2025
Integrating Public Land Management Maps: BLMTM, USFS, and National Park Maps Explained
Posted inBasic Navigation with Maps Wilderness Skills & Survival

Integrating Public Land Management Maps: BLMTM, USFS, and National Park Maps Explained

1. Understanding the Types of Public Land ManagementWhen exploring Americas vast outdoors, its helpful to know who manages the land you’re on—and why that matters for your adventures. In the…
Posted by Charlotte Lopez May 30, 2025
Beyond Cell Signal: Teaching Kids and Teens Navigation Skills in U.S. Outdoor Education
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Beyond Cell Signal: Teaching Kids and Teens Navigation Skills in U.S. Outdoor Education

1. The Importance of Navigation Skills in a Tech-Driven WorldIn today’s America, kids and teens are growing up surrounded by technology. GPS apps and smartphones make it easy to get…
Posted by Sakura Sato May 27, 2025
Using a Compass and GPS Together: Redundancy and Reliability in American Wildlands
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Using a Compass and GPS Together: Redundancy and Reliability in American Wildlands

1. Navigating the American Wilderness: Why Redundancy MattersAmerica’s wildlands are as diverse as they are vast, stretching from the dense forests of the Pacific Northwest to the arid deserts of…
Posted by Sakura Sato May 23, 2025
Staying Found: Best Practices to Avoid Getting Lost in US National Parks
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Staying Found: Best Practices to Avoid Getting Lost in US National Parks

1. Understanding the Terrain: Know Before You GoExploring a US National Park is an adventure, but it starts long before you hit the trail. America’s national parks are massive and…
Posted by Sakura Sato May 17, 2025
Improvised Splints and Bandages Using Trail Gear
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Improvised Splints and Bandages Using Trail Gear

1. Understanding When to Use an Improvised Splint or BandageIf you spend time hiking, backpacking, or camping in the U.S., there’s always a chance you or someone in your group…
Posted by Sakura Sato May 12, 2025
Integrating Navigation Skills into Leave No Trace Principles in American Wilderness Areas
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Integrating Navigation Skills into Leave No Trace Principles in American Wilderness Areas

1. Understanding the Leave No Trace PrinciplesLeave No Trace (LNT) is a set of seven core principles designed to help everyone who enjoys the outdoors reduce their impact on the…
Posted by Sakura Sato May 11, 2025
Finding Food and Water in Arid Landscapes: Surviving in Deserts and Canyons
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Finding Food and Water in Arid Landscapes: Surviving in Deserts and Canyons

1. Understanding Desert and Canyon EnvironmentsWhen exploring the American Southwest, you’ll quickly realize that deserts and canyonlands are some of the toughest environments to survive in. These regions—like Arizona’s Sonoran…
Posted by Sakura Sato May 11, 2025
CPR and Rescue Breathing for Hikers in Emergency Situations
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CPR and Rescue Breathing for Hikers in Emergency Situations

1. Recognizing Emergency Situations on the TrailWhen hiking in the wilderness, knowing how to spot an emergency can make all the difference. Quick action is crucial if someone needs CPR…
Posted by Sakura Sato May 9, 2025
How to Stay Found: Practical Field Exercises for Compass and GPS Use
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How to Stay Found: Practical Field Exercises for Compass and GPS Use

1. Understanding Your Tools: Compass and GPS BasicsWhen you’re heading out into the backcountry, knowing how to use both a compass and a GPS can make all the difference in…
Posted by Sakura Sato May 4, 2025

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  • Campsite Setup & Strategies
  • Day Hiking vs. Backpacking
  • Dog-Friendly Trails and Tips
  • Educational Trails for Children
  • Emergency Situations in the Wild
  • Environmental Advocacy in Hiking
  • Essential Gear Checklist
  • Family & Group Hiking
  • Famous U.S. Hiking Challenges e.g., PCT, AT
  • Finding Food and Water
  • First Aid for Hikers
  • GPS and Navigation Devices
  • Group Safety and Communication
  • Health & Fitness for Hikers
  • Hiker Slang and Trail Culture
  • Hiking Apparel Seasonal
  • Hiking as a Family Tradition
  • Hiking Basics
  • Hiking Boots and Shoes
  • Hiking Clubs and Online Communities
  • Hiking Culture & Community
  • Hiking Gear & Reviews
  • Hiking in Rainy Conditions
  • Hiking Safety Tips
  • Hiking with Kids: Tips & Gear
  • Hiking with Medical Conditions
  • How to Start Hiking
  • Iconic Trails of the Southwest
  • Inspiring Hiker Stories & Interviews
  • Layering and Temperature Management
  • Leave No Trace Principles
  • Lightweight Backpacking Tips
  • Managing Altitude Sickness
  • Meal Planning and Cooking
  • Midwest Hiking Destinations
  • National Parks Hiking Routes
  • Nutrition and Energy Snacks
  • Permit Systems and Reservations
  • Planning a Group Hike
  • Planning a Multi-Day Trek
  • Preparing Physically for Long Hikes
  • Preventing Injuries While Hiking
  • Seasonal Hiking Tips
  • Shelter Building Techniques
  • Solo vs. Group Backpacking
  • Southeast U.S. Hiking Spots
  • Spring and Fall Trail Hazards
  • Stretching and Recovery
  • Summer Heat & Hydration
  • Tents and Sleeping Gear
  • Top Trails in the Rockies
  • Trail Etiquette for Beginners
  • Trail Guides by Region U.S.
  • Understanding Trail Ratings
  • Using a Compass and GPS
  • Water Filtration and Hydration
  • Wilderness Skills & Survival
  • Winter Hiking Essentials

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