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  • 031: Fall Colors
    On today’s episode, we’ll be talking about the many things you can do during fall time to enjoy its particular and beautiful colors. Take advantage of the season to go out and take colorful pictures, jump on a hay ride, hop on a ski lift even when there’s no snow and of course, go camping … Continue reading "031: Fall Colors"
    25 min
  • 030: Understanding Your Map
    The Greeks are credited to be the first ones to ever draw a map. Anaximander, back in the 6th century BC, drew a map of what the world was thought to look like: a cylinder. Since then, millions of maps have been created to navigate the seas, study the skies and, of course, to camp, … Continue reading "030: Understanding Your Map"
    25 min
  • 029: Keeping Your Head Right
    Would you agree that our head is the most important part of our bodies? We believe it is and that’s why today we’re talking about “Keeping Your Head Right”, not only on the outside but also on the inside when going out on an adventure. According to a 2008 study, “a person loses 7 to … Continue reading "029: Keeping Your Head Right"
    30 min
  • 028: Peeling Back the Layers
    Today we’re “Peeling Back the Layers” to give you cool and hot ideas on what you can wear to keep yourself properly protected against different weather conditions. The idea of layering, when going out on an adventure, is extremely useful, especially when cold temperatures hit or rainy conditions are scheduled to happen during your trip. … Continue reading "028: Peeling Back the Layers"
    25 min
  • 027: All About Feet
    Today’s episode is “All about feet”. We’re talking about socks, hiking boots, hiking shoes, tennis shoes, sandals, talcum powders and even Crocs®. As usual, we are sharing a great amount of tips and suggestions, based on our hiking and camping experience, for you to avoid injuries and keep your feet safe and comfortable throughout your … Continue reading "027: All About Feet"
    29 min
  • 026: Blisters Suck
    We couldn’t find a better title for this one because it is true, Blisters Suck…big time. That’s why we wanted to put together this episode and share some experiences, tips and suggestions on how to try and prevent getting blisters on your hiking adventures. There’s not one-single miraculous solution for them. Since each human being … Continue reading "026: Blisters Suck"
    27 min
  • 025: Choosing your Pack
    Today we’re talking about what to take into consideration when choosing your pack. We know there are many different brands and models out there, all with a huge variety of prices, pockets, zippers and designs. It can get overwhelming but that’s why we’re bringing this episode to you Campers to try and shed some light … Continue reading "025: Choosing your Pack"
    29 min
  • 024: Canoe Q&A
    We have a particular episode for you guys. Nate will pick Christopher’s brain on canoeing and all there is to know about this amazing activity. If you’ve never done it before and you’re curious about trying it out some time soon, then you definitely need to check out all the amazing tips and suggestions we … Continue reading "024: Canoe Q&A"
    32 min
  • 023: Going Stoveless
    Today we’ll be talking about the experience that is going hiking and camping STOVELESS. Things you can actually gain from skipping to pack your stove and what are some things that you might be giving up. Bringing a stove to your camping trip or to your hiking adventure usually means you’ll be able to enjoy … Continue reading "023: Going Stoveless"
    26 min
  • 022: That’s in Tents

    On today’s episode, we’re discussing how to properly

    set up a tent and take full advantage of it.

    This is, without a doubt, one of those main camping

    elements that really need our attention since it’ll be our shelter for the
    entire trip. Whether it’s a one-person tent or one that can fit many people,
    there are some basic guidelines you can follow in order to have a good rest and
    enjoy your nights in the outdoors.

    Ever thought of setting up your new tent at home

    before jumping to the woods? Might be a good idea and we’ll tell you why.

    Episode

    Highlights:

    • Differences between tents and what their uses can be
    • Looking for the perfect spot to set up your tent.
    Variables to take into consideration.
  • Learning what a “Footprint” is and how much
  • it can help
  • Studying your surroundings for safety reasons is a
  • smart thing to do
  • Going online to check how to properly set up your tent
  • when manuals are not enough
  • Useful tips when you use fiber glass poles and they
  • start to worn out
  • How to properly set up Lightweight tents
  • Double use of trekking poles. Believe it or not, one
  • of them is helping set up a tent.
  • Taking full advantage of your rain fly
  • Thinking ahead of time to fully enjoy your trip to the
  • outdoors and be more time effective

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    Resources:

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    Visit Christopher’s store

    Camper Chris on Facebook

    Nate’s YouTube Channel

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    Hike Live Facebook Forum

    Quotes from the

    episode

    “Once I know this is where I want to set up my tent

    (…), the last thing I’ll do is look up” Nate

    ” I want to make sure that my door is going in the proper direction” Christopher

    ” If the tent is fighting you, you’re doing

    something wrong” Nate

    ” If you take the time and you focus on setting up your tent properly, then you can forget about the tent, the rest of the time you’re out to enjoy the outdoors” Christopher

    28 min

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