hiking

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    Is it possible to look sexy while hiking?...?

    Ok awkward but for church my youth group is going on a 2 day hike and the guy I like will be there. I just found out the other week that he likes me back, and so now I feel pressured to look cute on the hike? Does anyone have camping makeup tips? Any hairstyle ideas? We can't exactly shower...
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    Can I wash leather hiking boots in a front loading washer machine?

    Okay, I was out earlier, and stepped on a decaying animal. My boot went through its stomach and inside. I thought it was kind of nasty. Would just rinsing and scrubbing the boot in the sink really get the yuck off thoroughly? I was thinking a conventional top loading washer machine may cause...
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    What is the best kind of Keen hiking boot?

    I've had good experiences with Keen sandals in the past, and want to get a good pair of Keen hiking boots for some upcoming mountain hikes. What is their best model?
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    Need to find waterproof hiking boots that fit crampons & skiboards (short skis)?

    I'm looking for a pair of waterproof boots that I can hike/mountaineer with (which means I can attach a crampon), and that will fit the bindings of a skiboard. Any suggestions? The idea is after reaching the summit my buddy and I can skip the long walk down the mountain and ski down instead :).
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    Best hiking trails in the Smokies in winter?

    I am going to Pigeon Forge TN Feb 14-17. I love the outdoors. I was wondering which trails are the best & "safest" to hike during this time of year
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    What can I do when hiking in the winter?

    In the summer I like to collect specimens or take pictures of them for my little herbarium thingy or just identify all the different plants and stuff. But what can I collect/identify/take pictures of in the winter?
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    snow hiking essentials (Mt Islip)?

    i'm pretty sure im covered in the basics, ten essentials, etc, food but at an altitude of 8,250 ft, i want to make sure i didn't forget anything at home, so is there anybody that has hiked the mt islip trail in angeles national forest, or basic snow hikers please feel free to answer as well; can...
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    I need to know everything i can about quicksand, im going hiking next week?

    If you get stuck what do you do Can someoen not submerged in quicksands pull you out if your in it What is it you shouldn't do when you get stuck What are any warning for avoiding quicksand is there any scenario where getting out of it is absolutely impossible? Feel free to add more facts as I...
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    Does anyone know of any brands that sell good quality hiking boots?

    Need good boots for Duke of Edinburgh hikes and as I've never really had a reason to buy hiking boots I'm somewhat confused about what kind to buy. My spending limit is about £70.
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    Bought a hiking stove, however not sure which type of fuel canister to use..?

    I bought the 360 Degrees Furno Stove from anaconda. On the packaging it says to use the stove with a 80% butane - 20% propane canister, certified to EN417. however i can't find a 80-20 canister, will using another type of canister cause unwanted hazards? and where can i find a canister of this...
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    How do u go pee when hiking? Do u take TP with u?

    I'm not a real outdoorsy person but goin hiking with some girl friends next weekend in the forest. Gonna give it a try. I've talked with them about plans & what to bring and stuff, but I'm too shy to ask about going potty. There aren't any bathrooms along the trail. So please help me out...
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    Who can recommend a comfortable but durable hiking shoe brand?

    I tried a few Merrell's and Asolo's bur was not happy with either durability or comfort or both.
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    ‘Naked Rambler’ Stephen Gough Won’t Let Jail Deter Him From Hiking Nude

    Stephen Gough, the man perhaps better known as 'The Naked Rambler,' may have spent more than six years in Scottish prisons for refusing to wear clothes while hiking, but he's not letting jail time deter him from continuing on his naked quest across parts of England. More »Post from: Blisstree
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    How should I get ready for my kayaking and hiking fieldtrip?

    it's going to be 18c so I'm not sure what I should wear. I head wearing polyester and nylon is a good thing but what kind of clothing in general. I don't want to wear swim suits and stuff.
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    A dog to help me while hiking.?

    I am young, and I live in Montana, I hike a lot. I haven't run into anything yet, but I probably will. I want a dog, a good dog that will... patrol I guess you'd say. I thought about getting a wolf cause they would let me know if a danger was near. I have 2 dogs already, one will probably cower...
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    what is your favorite hiking spot in Los Angeles area...?

    What is your favourite hiking spot? do you know any hiking spots like Eaton canyon in LA, Pasadena, Glendale and nearby areas? preferably with some water, easy or medium level hiking spots... Thank you
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    Belly button piercing.. hiking, swimming, and Hawaii?

    i'm supposed to get my belly button pierced this weekend, but i'm also going to Hawaii in exactly 3 weeks, we're planning a 3 mile hike to a waterfall, and the occasional swimming at the beach.. should i get it pierced now.. or when i come back.. which is like 2 months from now. :/
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    What to wear hiking in 67 degree weather?

    I'm hiking mount monadnock (3165 feet), about 60 miles northwest of boston. It's going to be 67 degrees and partly cloudy. What do I wear? Also, I don't have hiking boots. Can I just wear normal sneakers?
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    hiking and/or weight loss fitness vacation?

    I'm looking for hiking walking, running or any outdoor activity full vacation spot that i can go for to keep busy and in shape. without killing my budget. any ideas
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    I was hiking and hurt my knee?

    About 4 years ago I was skiing and fell really weird, the doctors told me I had crushed cartilage in my knee, and ever since then it hurt to go hiking-only downhill. This year I took it slow, only did little hikes and it was totally fine! I was super pumped, but then 2 days I was on a really...
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