Through my blog posts you have learned how to pack your pack but you still feel lost in terms of getting the most out of your trip. Maybe you don't know where to start and you need guidance. Follow these simple tips to get a better idea of how to improve your trip or your hike out in the woods.
1. Plan it out
A well thought out trip is better than one put together on a whim. Decide where you are going, check the weather and conditions and pack the proper materials. Additionally, if there is a park ranger line to call, give them a call to ask if anything extra would be necessary for your trip.
A well thought out trip is better than one put together on a whim. Decide where you are going, check the weather and conditions and pack the proper materials. Additionally, if there is a park ranger line to call, give them a call to ask if anything extra would be necessary for your trip.
2. Don't get in over your head
If at any point during the planning process or even in the beginning stages of your trip you realize you may not be prepared, there is no harm in turning around or rethinking your plan. This aspect of improving your hike can help with practical thinking and problem solving. Figure out what are the simple problems of your trip and what problems may cause issues.
If at any point during the planning process or even in the beginning stages of your trip you realize you may not be prepared, there is no harm in turning around or rethinking your plan. This aspect of improving your hike can help with practical thinking and problem solving. Figure out what are the simple problems of your trip and what problems may cause issues.
3. Know when to turn around
Going along with the previous point, knowing your limits is important for any trip. If weather gets too intense or a planned part of the trip becomes unsafe, take yourself out of the situation. Although not getting to the top of the mountain or not finishing the trail is less than ideal, it's better to be safe and try to complete the trip later on.
Going along with the previous point, knowing your limits is important for any trip. If weather gets too intense or a planned part of the trip becomes unsafe, take yourself out of the situation. Although not getting to the top of the mountain or not finishing the trail is less than ideal, it's better to be safe and try to complete the trip later on.
4. Reflect, write and remember
Sometimes on a trip you can forget memorable moments or take the environment around you for granted. In this case, it's generally a good idea to keep a notebook or journal of your trip. You can include memorable moments or even a bullet point lists of things to remember if you do the same trip again. Any sort of hiking or nature trip is no easy feat, so try to reflect on what you do everyday and how incredible your journey is!
Sometimes on a trip you can forget memorable moments or take the environment around you for granted. In this case, it's generally a good idea to keep a notebook or journal of your trip. You can include memorable moments or even a bullet point lists of things to remember if you do the same trip again. Any sort of hiking or nature trip is no easy feat, so try to reflect on what you do everyday and how incredible your journey is!
5. Leave no Trace!
This step is something you do yourself but if everyone had the same etiquette on the trail as you, your trip will improve! Leave no trace is the idea that when you leave a campsite, trail or campground, there should be little human impact. This means picking up all your trash, not walking off a designated trail and leaving wildlife alone.
Some of these tips may seem a bit silly and redundant, but they are all important in staying safe and getting the most out of your trip. Most of these tips are low effort and simply require an interest in the trip you are about to take and a desire to enjoy your time outdoors.
Happy Trails!
Daisy
This step is something you do yourself but if everyone had the same etiquette on the trail as you, your trip will improve! Leave no trace is the idea that when you leave a campsite, trail or campground, there should be little human impact. This means picking up all your trash, not walking off a designated trail and leaving wildlife alone.
Some of these tips may seem a bit silly and redundant, but they are all important in staying safe and getting the most out of your trip. Most of these tips are low effort and simply require an interest in the trip you are about to take and a desire to enjoy your time outdoors.
Happy Trails!
Daisy
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