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199. River Crossing Safety & Techniques For Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers, John Muir Trail Backpackers, & Sierra Hikers With Ned Tibbits
Learn about creek crossings and how to stay safe while doing it with the founder of Mountain Education, Ned Tibbits! In this episode, Ned goes into his tried and true techniques to safely cross bodies of water while hiking and backpacking. He also gives tips for hikers preparing for Sierra travel along the Pacific Crest Trail, John Muir Trail, and for general backpacker travel where creek or river crossings will be present.
If you'd like to watch this video, you can apply for our Trail Family membership, and can find all of the Safety Series videos in the Video Library after approval.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
1. Snow & river situations in different parts of the thru-hiking season
2. Suggested river crossing protocols
3. Dry crossings, wet crossings, & what to look for during each
4. Safe crossing techniques as a solo backpacker or in groups
Previous safety episodes with Ned:
Episode #194: River Crossing Basics & Avoiding Hazards
Episode #192: How To Safely Travel Through Snow
Episode #188: Snow Basics & Safety Foundations
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Episode Music: "Communicator" by Reed Mathis
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Learn about creek crossings and how to stay safe while doing it with the founder of Mountain Education, Ned Tibbits! In this episode, Ned goes into his tried and true techniques to safely cross bodies of water while hiking and backpacking. He also gives tips for hikers preparing for Sierra travel along the Pacific Crest Trail, John Muir Trail, and for general backpacker travel where creek or river crossings will be present.
If you'd like to watch this video, you can apply for our Trail Family membership, and can find all of the Safety Series videos in the Video Library after approval.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
1. Snow & river situations in different parts of the thru-hiking season
2. Suggested river crossing protocols
3. Dry crossings, wet crossings, & what to look for during each
4. Safe crossing techniques as a solo backpacker or in groups
Previous safety episodes with Ned:
Episode #194: River Crossing Basics & Avoiding Hazards
Episode #192: How To Safely Travel Through Snow
Episode #188: Snow Basics & Safety Foundations
Connect & follow along with Ned:
Mountain Education
YouTube
Facebook
Instagram
Did you love this episode? If so, please help fellow hikers find the show by following, rating, and reviewing the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
Connect With Us:
Join The Trail Family
THRU-r Website
THRU-r Instagram
THRU-r TikTok
THRU-r Facebook
THRU-r Youtube
THRU-r Threads
Cheer's YouTube
Cheer's Instagram
Episode Music: "Communicator" by Reed Mathis