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February 8, 2021
Hiking in the Winter
Winter snow and ice on the Pocosin Hollow trail in Shenandoah National ParkA day hikein the winter can be a wonderful experience. Cold, brisk days. Outstandingviews you can’t see in the summer. No insects. Few visitors. Ice sculptures oncliff faces and waterfalls. But it alsorequires careful planning so it becomes an experience to treasure and notto dread. Winter hiking usually
August 21, 2020
Anatomy of a Section Hike Adventure
Connecting the dots of a trail by way of a section hike to complete a long-distance trail is a rewarding but difficult experience.
As a section hiker, you end up basically starting from scratchevery time you
go out - with the aching muscles, blisters on tender feet not used to the
strain of hiking every day. For longer distances, and if you can manage it,
staying out there, you eventually adapt
As a section hiker, you end up basically starting from scratchevery time you
go out - with the aching muscles, blisters on tender feet not used to the
strain of hiking every day. For longer distances, and if you can manage it,
staying out there, you eventually adapt
August 5, 2020
The Wonders of Hiking and Exploring our National Parks
Blissful Hiking Adventures Podcast Show Notes - Episode 3The Wonders of Hiking and Exploring our National ParksBackpacking Yellowstone in the Shoshone Geyser BasinThe national parks are the people's parks - created to protect the wide diversity of scenic beauty, flora and fauna as well as preserving these unique splendors for generations to enjoy. Established in the 1800's with the creation of
July 24, 2020
A Day in the Life of a Hiker on the Trail - and the Lesson Learned
A Day in the Life of a Hiker on the Trail - and the Lesson Learned
Shared by Ryan Michael Beck
photo: Ryan Michael Beck
Yesterday was by far one of the hardest days on the trail (top 2 to be specific). Now before I go in to some details, I am not looking for encouragement and in no way plan on stopping. I just want the reader to understand that while chasing your dreams and
Shared by Ryan Michael Beck
photo: Ryan Michael Beck
Yesterday was by far one of the hardest days on the trail (top 2 to be specific). Now before I go in to some details, I am not looking for encouragement and in no way plan on stopping. I just want the reader to understand that while chasing your dreams and
July 17, 2020
Preventing Heat-Related Issues while Backpacking and Hiking
It’s summer and time for great hiking adventures. But it’s
also time that heat-related illness can affect you while exerting yourself in
hot and humid temperatures.
The two heat-related illnesses one needs to look out for are
heat exhaustion and sunstroke. Heat exhaustion can be managed on the trail, but
sunstroke is a life-threatening emergency where the hiker must get to a hospital.
also time that heat-related illness can affect you while exerting yourself in
hot and humid temperatures.
The two heat-related illnesses one needs to look out for are
heat exhaustion and sunstroke. Heat exhaustion can be managed on the trail, but
sunstroke is a life-threatening emergency where the hiker must get to a hospital.
July 13, 2020
The Virus Thing and Hiking – 8 Ways to Protect Yourself and Others
UPDATE - 7/23/2020 Please consult the local, state and federal areas for these closures and please obey the regulations. Change your hiking plans. A thru hike can still be accomplished in a calendar year by some creative ways once the emergency is over. Be flexible, and most importantly, don't give up on your dream!Every year viruses do plague the trails, esp the AT whichcomes down with its
July 1, 2020
Get Out of the Box and Explore
Blissful Hiking Adventures Podcast Show Notes
Get
Out of the Box and Explore – An Interview with Hiker Blissful
In Episode Two, Lauralee Bliss, trail name Blissful, shares
with listeners her motivation for hiking and exploring the trails. This
interview was conducted by WhiteFire Podcasts about long distance hiking adventures
and other interests with valuable lessons learned along the
Get
Out of the Box and Explore – An Interview with Hiker Blissful
In Episode Two, Lauralee Bliss, trail name Blissful, shares
with listeners her motivation for hiking and exploring the trails. This
interview was conducted by WhiteFire Podcasts about long distance hiking adventures
and other interests with valuable lessons learned along the
June 10, 2020
May 23, 2020
Hiking in a Post Viral World
Blissful Hiking Adventures Podcast
Episode One - Hiking in a Post Covid World – (Show Notes)
In this inaugural episode, host Lauralee Bliss, trail name
Blissful, begins with the uncertainty the Covid health crisis has placed upon
hikers when trails are closed and plans are curtailed. How we respond as hikers
to these changes in plans says much about us and what we will accomplish.
Episode One - Hiking in a Post Covid World – (Show Notes)
In this inaugural episode, host Lauralee Bliss, trail name
Blissful, begins with the uncertainty the Covid health crisis has placed upon
hikers when trails are closed and plans are curtailed. How we respond as hikers
to these changes in plans says much about us and what we will accomplish.
Hiking in a Post-Covid World
Blissful Hiking Adventures Podcast
Episode One - Hiking in a Post Covid World – (Show Notes)
In this inaugural episode, host Lauralee Bliss, trail name
Blissful, begins with the uncertainty the Covid health crisis has placed upon
hikers when trails are closed and plans are curtailed. How we respond as hikers
to these changes in plans says much about us and what we will accomplish.
Episode One - Hiking in a Post Covid World – (Show Notes)
In this inaugural episode, host Lauralee Bliss, trail name
Blissful, begins with the uncertainty the Covid health crisis has placed upon
hikers when trails are closed and plans are curtailed. How we respond as hikers
to these changes in plans says much about us and what we will accomplish.
