01.05.2024 - By Lori Prima
Staff Sgt. Andrea Okrasinski and Staff Sgt. Ema Donlagic are U.S. Army Soldiers and Instructors with the Army Mountain Warfare School in Vermont, specializing in missions with extreme weather and mountainous terrain.
They share their best tips for winter hiking based on their cold weather experiences in Vermont and elsewhere.
We cover:Smart layeringTaking care of your feetHydration And much more!Learn more:
Army Mountain Warfare School
https://www.moore.army.mil/Infantry/AMWS/
Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills book
https://www.mountaineers.org/books/books/mountaineering-the-freedom-of-the-hills-9th-edition-1
Cold Weather Hiking Tips (REI)
https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/cold-weather-hiking.html#:~:text=Make%20sure%20your%20clothing%20and,if%20you%27re%20feeling%20chilly. Support the show Connect with Hike:
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