Hiking

Hiking episodes:

• 03.14.2013

  Strenuous Yosemite Valley Day Hikes

  Yosemite National Park: A ranger describes strenuous hikes in Yosemite Valley, including the Yosemite Falls Trail, Mist Trail to the top of Nevada Fall, and Panorama Trail.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Walks and Day Hikes in Yellowstone

  Yellowstone National Park: This video contains information for those who are planning a short walk or an extended day hike at Yellowstone.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Hiking and Backpacking in Yellowstone

  Yellowstone National Park: This video helps visitors prepare for hiking and backpacking trips in the park. How to have safe interactions with wildlife, particularly bears, is emphasized.

  
• 03.14.2013

  PSAR04 - Self-Rescue Tips

  Grand Canyon NP: A PSAR ranger goes over self-rescue tips for hiking in the Grand Canyon. An example situation is given and the ranger responds to the sick patron.

  
• 03.14.2013

  PSAR05 - Hiking with Infants and Toddlers

  Grand Canyon NP: Tips for hiking with infants, toddlers, and small children are given. Topics include how to prevent heat-related illness in your child and how to prevent your child from injuring themselves.

  
• 03.14.2013

  PSAR03 - Heading Down the Trail: It’s All About Planning

  Grand Canyon NP: A PSAR ranger explains the necessity of planning a trip if hiking the Grand Canyon due to the extreme heat patrons can face. An example of a feasible day trip is given. A trip that could potentially...

  
• 03.14.2013

  Hiking Grand Canyon - Audiocast (from the video)

  Grand Canyon NP: This audiocast covers all that should be considered when hiking the Grand Canyon. Ways to prepare, stay energized, and not pollute the canyon are emphasized.

  
• 03.14.2013

  3) Review - Hiking Grand Canyon Video

  Grand Canyon NP: A review is given on how to prepare for a hike in the Grand Canyon, how to stay energized during hiking, and how to leave little ecological impact on the canyon.

  
• 03.14.2013

  2) Your Hike - Hiking Grand Canyon Video

  Grand Canyon NP: This video includes many tips on how to hike the Grand Canyon. Topics include adjusting to weather conditions, handling injuries, wildlife encounters, camping, cooking, waste disposal, and preventing wildfires.

  
• 03.14.2013

  1) Preparation - Hiking Grand Canyon Video

  Grand Canyon NP: The need to prepare for a hike in the Grand Canyon is discussed; preparation tips are given to prevent issues such as dehydration, injury, and destruction of park resources.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Going-to-the-Sun Road: St. Mary Falls Trailhead

  Glacier National Park: Looking to explore the St. Mary Falls Trailhead? Listen to this audio file for pertinent information regarding your visit.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Going-to-the-Sun Road: Gunsight Pass Trailhead

  Glacier National Park: This audio file discusses the beauty of Gunsight Pass Trailhead along with the amenities along the way.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Hiking Old Rag Mountain

  Shenandoah National Park: A park ranger discusses what hikers of Old Rag Mountain should take into consideration before departing.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Royal Palm

  Everglades National Park: Royal Palm is the premier area to easily view, experience, and photograph abundant wildlife, such as anhingas and alligators. Two fully accessible trails, the Anhinga Trail and the Gumbo-Limbo Trail, start at Royal Palm.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Moderate Yosemite Valley Day Hikes

  Yosemite National Park: A ranger describes moderate hikes along the Valley Loop Trail, to Vernal Fall Footbridge, and Columbia Rock.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Hiking Half Dome

  Yosemite National Park: This video provides information to help you plan your Half Dome hike.