Dijukno many hiker's either don't understand the Leave No Trace Principle's of Dispose Of Waste Properly, and Pack It In, Pack It Out? They either don't agree with the "Principle", or
Friday, December 30, 2011
Dispose Of Waste Properly/Pack It In, Pack It Out
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backcountry
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cathole
,
dispose of waste properly
,
hiking
,
human waste
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
outdoors
,
Pack it in
,
pack it out
,
shovel
,
trowel
,
waste
11 Essentials For Hiking and Backpacking
Dijukno, you can Leave No Trace by packing a bag or two in your backpack to help pick up litter, and pack it out on a hiking or a backpacking trip? I lead group hikes, and like to carry
Labels:
11 Essentials For Hiking and Backpacking
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environment
,
Eucher Bar Trail
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
pack it in pack it out
,
plastic
,
plastic grocery bags
,
preservation
,
the 11th essential
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Pine Needles For Vitamin C
Dijukno that a cup of pine needle tea has the same amount of vitamin C as half a dozen lemons? You can gather new growing, lighter colored near the end of the branch needles. Boil your water, turn off the heat, then
Labels:
backcountry
,
backpacking
,
health
,
healthy lifestyle
,
lose inches
,
nutrition
,
outdoors
,
survival
Monday, December 19, 2011
Snowshoe Techniques
Dijukno snowshoeing is almost as easy as walking? The shoes require a wider than normal stance that may take some time getting used to, but it doesn't take long before you become comfortable and start enjoying your day.
Let's start by learning how to ascend a
Labels:
alpine climbing
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backcountry
,
children's activities
,
fitness
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
lose inches
,
lose weight
,
outdoors
,
snowshoe techniques
,
snowshoe tips
,
snowshoeing
,
snowshoes
Monday, December 5, 2011
Cold Weather Hiking With Hydration Bladder System
Dijukno you can blow the water back from the tube to the reservoir of your hydration bladder to prevent
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
backpacking
,
Leave No Trace
,
mountaineering
,
mountaineering tip
,
outdoors
,
peak bagging
,
South Lake Tahoe
,
survival
,
trekking
,
walking
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Wilderness First Aid Introduction/Action Checklist
Dijukno time is critical when determining if you can just administer first aid, or have to evacuate a patient out of the wilderness?
Things to consider:
Labels:
backcountry
,
cpr
,
emergency medical system
,
EMS
,
first aid
,
National Outdoor Leadership School
,
outdoors
,
REI
,
safety
,
wilderness
,
wilderness first aid
,
wilderness first responder
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Leave No Trace Ireland
Dijukno Leave No Trace principles are becoming adopted throughout the entire world? Check out this site from Ireland.
http://www.leavenotraceireland.org/
http://www.leavenotraceireland.org/
Leave No Trace Used Gear Auction
Labels:
backpacking
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camping mountaineering
,
climbing
,
hiking
,
Ireland
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
trekking
,
walking
Friday, November 11, 2011
Boot Care And Waterproofing
Dijukno you can be proactive in how long your boots will last and how waterproof they will be for your next hike?
Helpful Tips And Suggestions
Remove the
Labels:
boot care
,
boot mainainance
,
boots
,
Goretex boots
,
hiking boots
,
leather boots
,
waterproof boots
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Weight Loss Plan
Dijukno now is a great time to start preparing for your 2012 outdoor enjoyment? You can follow this free plan
Labels:
diet
,
diet plan
,
eat well
,
fitness
,
Glamour
,
health
,
healthy eating
,
healthy lifestyle
,
lose inches
,
lose weight
,
trim
,
weight loss
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Mountaineering On A Budget
Dijukno you don't have to spend a lot of money on your layers? It's as simple as shopping at your local
Labels:
budget
,
climbing on a budget
,
clothing budget
,
hiking for less
,
layers
,
mountaineering
,
mountaineering clothes
,
mountaineering tip
,
save
,
save money
,
technical pant
,
thrift store
Monday, November 7, 2011
Mountain Hardware's Hydra Glove Review
Dijukno you can currently purchase the Mountain Hardwear's Hydra Glove for $58.98 at www.mountaingear.com? I recently purchased these gloves after my hands became cold and wet during a
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
alpine climbing glove
,
climbing
,
climbing gloves
,
gear
,
gear review
,
glove liners
,
gloves
,
mountaineering
,
mountaineering gloves
,
waterproof glove
,
windproof glove
Friday, November 4, 2011
Leave No Trace Traveling Educator Job
Dijukno the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics is seeking a dedicated, savvy, dynamic
Labels:
Education
,
Educators
,
full-time job
,
Job
,
Leave No Trace
,
Outdoor Education
,
outdoors job
,
teach
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Dowloading National Geographic Topo Software Map To Your GPS
Dijukno you can load your National Geographic Topo software
maps to a Garmin, or to a computer to print out itineraries.?
You can now feel assured you will "STAY FOUND"
with this added mapping option coupled with your paper maps and compass. With these maps, you can enjoy your
adventures since every trail and boundary can be clearly marked to your satisfaction.
How to Load National Geographic Topo! Maps Into Garmin GPS
Units:
Go to the National Geographic Topo! website and select and
purchase a map. Follow the on-screen instructions to download it onto the
computer, or open the Topo! program on your computer.
Connect the Garmin to the computer using the USB cable. The
device shows an error message when connected if any updates are available.
Update any firmware.
Select "Import/Export Bucket" from the start page.
Select "Navigation" and "GPS-Connect."
Select "Auto Detect" next to the "Connect to
GPS" heading.
Select "All Routes" in the "Export to
GPS" tab.
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Garmin
,
GPS
,
GPS Maps
,
Import To GPS
,
Map Software
,
Maps
,
National Geographic
,
National Geographic Topo
,
Topo California
,
Topo Download
,
Topo Software
,
Topography Maps
,
Waypoint
The Creed Of The Champion
Dijukno there are ways to make yourself successful in life by changing the way you think and approach failure?
Labels:
Champions
,
Champions Creed
,
How To Master The Art Of Selling
,
positive thinking. power of positive thinking
,
successful thinking
,
The Official Guide To Success
,
Tom Hopkin's
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Trail Etiquette For Dog Owner's
Dijukno hiking and backpacking with your dog can be fun and exciting, or miserable depending upon how much planning and preparation you have done? You can't just show up at a hiking spot and expect to be welcomed.
You need to know things like:
Labels:
backpacking
,
did you know
,
dog owners
,
dog training
,
dogs
,
hiking
,
hiking with dogs
,
leash
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
nature
,
outdoors
,
trail etiquette
,
trained dog
Monday, October 31, 2011
Treating Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, And Poison Sumac
Dijukno if you ever get into poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac, you'll want do anything to get rid of the itching? All three plants contain an oily sap called urushiol that yields an irritating rash. It's all over the plant (leaves, stems, and roots), can be transferred onto objects and then onto skin, and can even
Labels:
cures
,
Dakin's Solution
,
did you know
,
hiking
,
outdoors
,
poison ivy
,
poison ivy treatment
,
poison oak
,
poison oak treatment
,
poison sumac
,
poison sumac treatment
,
remedies
,
tea tree oil
,
Technu
,
treatment
,
urushiol
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Coleman Continue Exploring Contest
Dijukno you can win free gear for your youth camping group?
Outdoor Blogger Network
Outdoor Blogger Network
Clean up! Anytime - Anywhere!
Labels:
camping gear
,
Coleman
,
contest
,
did you know
,
gear
,
outdoors
,
youth camping
,
youth outdoors
John Muir Writings
Dijukno you can read some of John Muir's writings online? Check out this one a
Labels:
climbing
,
John Muir
,
John Muir books
,
John Muir Writings
,
mountaineering
,
Mt. Shasta
,
Yosemite
Finalists for Most Extreme Hiking Tale
Dijukno extreme hiking stories inevitably boil down to:
at which point did you decide to
Labels:
backpacking
,
climbing
,
did you know
,
hiking
,
mountaineering
,
outdoors
,
peak bagging
,
peaks
,
rescue
,
safety
,
survival
Smokey Bear
Dijukno only you can prevent
Labels:
American History
,
children and nature
,
conservation
,
did you know
,
forest
,
forest fire prevention
,
forest fires
,
outdoors
,
Trees
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Dardanelles Lake - South Lake Tahoe, California Photo's
Labels:
alpine lakes
,
children and nature
,
children's activities
,
Dardanelles Lake
,
did you know
,
fall colors
,
Hike With Us
,
Hikers and Company
,
hiking
,
Lake Tahoe
,
Lakes
,
outdoor kids
,
outdoors
,
South Lake Tahoe
Friday, October 28, 2011
Save The Date: Let's G.O.! Youth Led Celebration - April 2012
Labels:
children and nature
,
children's activities
,
children's health
,
did you know
,
fun for kids
,
hiking
,
kids and nature
,
nature
,
outdoor kids
,
outdoors
Maintaining CPR Certification
Dijukno for years, anyone learning Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) was taught the "ABC"?: Check the airway for blockages, give breaths, then circulate the blood. New guidelines issued by the American Heart Association changed it to
Labels:
backpacking
,
cpr
,
did you know
,
first aid
,
health
,
hiking
,
outdoors
,
rescue
,
safety
,
stewardship
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Low Cost Blister Prevention Tip
Dijukno that you can pack pre-cut pieces of duct tape so you can easily access them when needed? Sometimes it is necessary to plan ahead and prevent blisters in
Labels:
backpacking
,
blister prevention
,
blisters
,
cpr
,
did you know
,
duck tape
,
duct tape
,
first aid
,
health
,
hiking
,
outdoors
,
rescue
,
safety
,
stewardship
,
tape
American Hiking Society Contest
Contest 4: October 25 - November 1Partner: MSR | |
Dijukno the American Hiking Society and MSR has joined to give away snowshoes? |
Labels:
American Hiking Society
,
backcountry
,
backpacking
,
backpacking stove
,
children and nature
,
hiking
,
MSR
,
MSR snowshoes
,
MSR Stove
,
nature
,
outdoors
,
snowshoes
,
stewardship
,
stoves
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
The Power Of Leading By Example - Linden's Story
Dijukno that as a Colorado native who spent his youth
exploring, climbing, and skiing in the Rockies, mountaineering seemed like a
natural choice for Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. (RMI) guide Linden Mallory?
Dijukno that as a Colorado native who spent his youth
exploring, climbing, and skiing in the Rockies, mountaineering seemed like a
natural choice for Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. (RMI) guide Linden Mallory?
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
climbing
,
Education
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
mountaineering
,
stewardship
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
New Leave No Trace Curriculum - Mountaineering
Dijukno Leave No
Trace new curriculum For mountaineering?
While the mountaineering
community has been supporting and practicing Leave No Trace on the world’s
highest peaks for years, little formal Leave No Trace information has been
available for mountaineers. The Leave No Trace techniques most often used by mountaineers
have been shared in the
Labels:
climbing
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
mountaineering
,
stewardship
Friday, October 21, 2011
Snake Bites
Dijukno envenomations in North America are almost caused by either
pit vipers, or much less frequently, coral snakes?
A pit viper, aka a rattlesnake, water moccasin, or copperhead
bites with either one or both retractable fangs. This can
produce immediate pain and swelling in the area of the bite within 15 minutes.
If pain and swelling is not apparent after 30 minutes, envenomation
likely didn't occur. You will typically have discoloration and a blister
form in the bite area, which may lead to destruction of the skin tissue.
Other symptoms you may experience are a funny taste in your mouth or a
tingling in your lips within about an hour.
Labels:
first aid
,
Outdoor Education
,
snake bites
,
wilderness first aid
,
wilderness first responder
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Outdoor Blogger Network
Dijukno there is an Outdoor Blogger Network? We are now
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
backpacking
,
climbing
,
cpr
,
first aid
,
hiking
,
Leave No Trace
,
mountaineering
,
networking
,
outdoor blog
,
outdoor blogger network
,
Outdoor Education
,
outdoor network
,
outdoors
,
wilderness first aid
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Code For Climbers/Mountaineers
Dijukno there is a code For Climbers/Mountaineers?
• Leave an itinerary including
Labels:
belay
,
clothing
,
code for climbers/mountaineers
,
food
,
gear
,
glaciers
,
itinerary
,
judgement
,
Leave No Trace
,
license plate number
,
rope
,
rope teams
,
steward
,
turn back time
Monday, October 17, 2011
Dijukno Day Hike 10 Essentials Checklist
Right Click and copy each page into a new tab and print each page separately.
Labels:
10 essentials
,
checklist
,
day hike checklist
,
day hikes
,
hiking
,
plan ahead and prepare
,
prepare
How To Tie A Figure 8 Knot
Dijukno you can learn how to tie a figure 8 knot for climbing on video?
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
climbing
,
did you know
,
figure 8 knot
,
figure eight knot
,
knot tying
,
REI
,
rope
,
rope tying
,
video
,
you tube
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Fall Hiking
Dijukno you don’t have to hike
very far or often to appreciate the changing seasons in Northern
California? This fall has proved that so
far. We’ve had cold nights, clouds,
rain, high winds, practically everything this fall including snow. There was recent snow
Labels:
10 essentials
,
backcountry
,
backpacking
,
base layer
,
clothing
,
fall
,
hiking
,
hiking clothes
,
hiking in the rain
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
outdoors
,
prepare
,
rain gear
,
trekking
,
weather
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Camping And Hiking In Black Bear Country
Dijukno confrontation by a large predator is a frightening thing
to encounter? Bears are some of our
largest carnivores. and they demand our
respect. Use caution to avoid placing
yourself in a dangerous situation.
Labels:
backcountry
,
bear
,
black bear
,
black bear facts
,
camping
,
hiking
,
plan ahead and prepare
,
safety
Friday, October 14, 2011
The Wilderness First Responder Kit
Dijukno this is the kit recommended by the National
Outdoor Leadership School (KNOLS) who I am certified with in Wilderness First
Aid? This is the kit
Labels:
10 essentials
,
first aid
,
first aid kit
,
wilderness
,
wilderness first aid
,
wilderness first aid kit
,
wilderness first responder
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Leave No Trace Used Gear Auction
|
Labels:
auction
,
conservation
,
donate
,
donation
,
environment
,
fundraiser
,
Leave No Trace
,
Outdoor Education
,
outdoor ethics
,
outdoor leadership
,
outdoors
,
volunteer
History Of Crampons
Dijukno crampons, along with good boots and an ice-ax, are
essential equipment for snow and ice climbing and mountaineering? Crampons are
simply pointed metal spikes attached to a sturdy
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
climbing
,
cramp on
,
cramp ons
,
crampons
,
ice climbing
,
mountaineering
,
mountaineering gear
,
mountaineering history
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
The REI Story
Dijukno REI's thriving spirit was born in the 1930s when
Pacific Northwest mountaineer Lloyd Anderson began his search for an ice
axe? Lloyd wanted a reliable tool at a
reasonable price but
Dijukno REI's thriving spirit was born in the 1930s when
Pacific Northwest mountaineer Lloyd Anderson began his search for an ice
axe? Lloyd wanted a reliable tool at a
reasonable price but
Dijukno REI's thriving spirit was born in the 1930s when
Pacific Northwest mountaineer Lloyd Anderson began his search for an ice
axe? Lloyd wanted a reliable tool at a
reasonable price but
Labels:
climbing
,
climbing gear
,
clothing
,
gear
,
hiking
,
hiking clothing
,
hiking gear
,
Ice Axe
,
mountaineering
,
mountaineering gear
,
Mt. Everest
,
outdoor clothing
,
Outdoor Education
,
outdoors
,
REI
Ice-Axe Length
Dijukno the optimal length for an ice axe depends more on how the climber wishes to use it rather than their height?
Ice axes are sized in metric units ranging in length from 40 to
Ice axes are sized in metric units ranging in length from 40 to
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
climbing gear
,
Ice Axe
,
ice climbing
,
ice safety
,
mountaineering
,
mountaineering gear
,
mountaineering tip
,
outdoor gear
,
outdoors
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Immersion Through Ice/Ice Safety
Dijukno every year unsuspecting outdoor enthusiasts fall through ice and drown, or die from hypothermia?
There are several specific types of ice, and they each have distinctive
There are several specific types of ice, and they each have distinctive
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
climbing
,
did you know
,
hiking
,
hiking safety
,
ice safety
,
mountaineering
,
plan ahead and prepare
,
safety
,
winter hiking
Monday, October 10, 2011
Hiking With A Group
Dijukno walking with others involves certain considerations that help make the hike more efficient and enjoyable?
- Set a pace that makes good time, but
Labels:
did you know
,
group hikes
,
group hiking
,
group hiking trips
,
hiking club
,
hiking etiquette
,
hiking group
,
hiking in a group
,
hiking safety
,
Leave No Trace
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Dijukno it is important to stay current with your CPR certification?
The American Heart Association changed the ABC’s of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). It is now recommended that
Labels:
C-A-B
,
cpr
,
CPR Certification
,
good Samaritan
,
guide training
,
health and safety
,
hiking guide
,
rescue
,
save a life
,
victims
,
wilderness first aid
,
wilderness first responder
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Map and Compass
Dijukno a map and compass is one of the most important essentials to carry in your backpack? Of course, knowing how to use them is
Labels:
backcountry
,
backpacking
,
compass
,
Global Positioning Satellite
,
GPS
,
GPS Maps
,
hiking
,
navigation
,
plan ahead and prepare
,
safety
,
survival
,
walking
Friday, October 7, 2011
How To Tie A Bowline Knot
Dijukno you can learn how to tie a bowline knot on video?
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
belay
,
Bowline Knot
,
climber's training
,
climbing
,
climbing instruction
,
climbing safety
,
figure 8 knot
,
knot tying
,
knots
,
knots on youtube
,
recreation
,
training video
,
video
,
youtube
Brushing Teeth In The Backcountry
Dijukno Leave No Trace keeps in touch with it's members and provide's Tech Tip's?
Ensure that the excellent care for your
Labels:
200ft from water
,
backcountry
,
brushing teeth outdoors
,
camp
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
outdoor ethics
,
outdoor toothbrush
,
water source
Survival Gear
Dijukno it is recommended to carry a single blade knife as part of your survival kit?
A Swedish Mora with a 3 7⁄8-inch
A Swedish Mora with a 3 7⁄8-inch
Labels:
A Swedish Mora with a 3 7⁄8-inch
,
backcountry
,
camping
,
carbon steel
,
fishing
,
fixed blade knife
,
full tang
,
hunting
,
knife
,
outdoors
,
survival gear
,
survival kit
,
survival knife
Thursday, October 6, 2011
The Seven Leave No Trace Principles
Dijukno Leave No Trace principles are meant to be viewed as guidelines for those who care about the land?
Leave No Trace principles were developed in cooperation with
Labels:
backcountry
,
camp
,
campfire impact
,
durable surface
,
emergencies
,
fire rings
,
human waste
,
nature
,
outdoor awareness
,
outdoor planning
,
regulations
,
rocks
,
travel
,
wildlife
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
How To Us A Signal Mirror
Dijukno a mirror or reflective device can get you rescued? Mirror flashes or reflections off of shiny objects have saved many lives. You can use
Labels:
10 essentials
,
11 Essentials For Hiking and Backpacking
,
backpacking tips
,
did you know
,
hiking tips
,
mirror
,
rescue
,
search and rescue
,
signal mirror
,
survival
,
survival kit
,
survival tips
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
The Killer Of The Outdoors
Dijukno hypothermia aka "exposure" is labeled "The Killer Of The Outdoors" because it has been
Labels:
backpacking clothes
,
base layer
,
hiking clothes
,
hypothermia
,
mid layer
,
mountaineering
,
outdoor clothing
,
outdoor safety
,
outer shell
,
wilderness first aid
,
wilderness first responder
,
winter gear
,
winter hiking
Monday, October 3, 2011
Frostbite And Frostnip
Dijukno the common area's for frostbite are the toes, fingers, and hands? Are you aware
Labels:
did you know
,
first aid
,
frost nip
,
frostbite
,
frostnip teatment
,
mountaineering
,
survival
,
treat frostbite
,
wilderness first aid
,
wilderness first responder
,
winter hiking
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Mental Aspects Of Emergency Response And Survival - Comfort Zones
Dijukno humans are creatures of habit? Once the habits of routine, organization, and discipline are established, people become comfortable with their behavior and surroundings. People generally become
Labels:
backcountry
,
backpacking
,
first aid
,
first aid kit
,
good Samaritan
,
hiking
,
Outdoor Education
,
wilderness
,
wilderness first aid
,
wilderness first responder
Friday, September 30, 2011
Glissading And Self Arrest
Dijukno glissading is the fastest, easiest, and most exhilarating way down many snow slopes if climbers are on foot? On slopes where speed can be controlled, it is an efficient alternative to walking or
Labels:
alpine climbing
,
boot glissade
,
butt glissade
,
glissade
,
Ice Axe
,
ice safety
,
mountaineering
,
mountaineering tips
,
Outdoor Education
,
outdoor safety
,
snow sliding
Backcountry Wilderness Trip Planning
Dijukno you can listen to a podcast about backcountry wilderness trip planning?
advantagesurvival.podbean.com
Fall Hiking
Labels:
backcountry
,
did you know
,
emergency shelter
,
hiking tips
,
Leave No Trace
,
Leave No Trace Principles
,
plan ahead and prepare
,
survival
,
survival tips
,
trip planning
,
wilderness
Sleeping Comfortably At Camp
Dijukno you should pee if you feel the urge when you are sleeping in cold weather?
Holding it in requires
Labels:
backcountry
,
backpacking tips
,
GoGirl
,
Nalgene bottle
,
overnight camping
,
sleeping bag
,
sleeping comfort
,
tent
,
urination device
,
urination system
,
wilderness caming
Sleeping Bag Care
Dijukno you can revive your down sleeping bag that you didn't properly store?
Airing it out is a good bet between trips, but you likely need
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McNett Spray On Water Repellent
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Nutritional Difference Between Male And Female Athlete's
Dijukno several years ago, Dr. David Rowlands, a senior lecturer with the Institute of Food, Nutrition, and Human Health at Massey University in New Zealand, set out to study the role of protein in recovery from hard exercise? He asked a group of male cyclists to ride intensely until their legs were aching and virtually all of their stored muscle fuel had been depleted. The cyclists then consumed bars, and drinks that contained either mostly carbohydrates, or both carbohydrates, and protein. Over the next few days, they completed two sessions of hard interval training. One took place the following morning; the other took place two days later.
Dr. Rowlands found that the cyclists showed little benefit during the first interval session. But during the second, the men who ingested protein had an overall performance gain of more than 4 percent, compared with the men who took only carbohydrates, which is huge, in competition. Other researchers earlier studies produced similar results. Protein seems to aid in the uptake of carbohydrates from the blood. Muscles store more fuel after exercise if those calories are accompanied by protein. The protein is also thought to aid in the repair of muscle damage after hard exercise. Dr. Rowlands’s work, published in 2008, was right in line with conventional wisdom.
After his original work was completed, Dr. Rowlands says, “we received inquiries from female cyclists,” asking
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Thursday, September 29, 2011
Special Fitness Considerations For Women
Dijukno that medical research indicates that women's strength and endurance are in no way diminished during menstruation? The physical and mental stress related to
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Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Search And Rescue
Dijukno you can purchase the book the best Search And Rescue Teams provide for their members?
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outdoors
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Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Motivation And Tom Hopkin's
Dijukno positive people surround themselves around other positive people? A negative person will make you negative before you can make them positive. This is a paraphrase I learned from Tom Hopkins at his Boot Camp. His Boot Camp truly changed my outlook on life.
Tom Hopkin's International
Tom Hopkin's International
Glissading And Self Arrest
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Champions Creed
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Survival/Starting A Fire With Your Cell Phone
Dijukno there are ways to start a fire with your cell phone?
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Monday, September 26, 2011
Clean up! Anytime - Anywhere!
Dijukno since 1991 Tony and Linda Brooks of Teton Village, Wyoming have invited family and friends around the country to "clean up, anytime - anywhere" to remember the earth and celebrate the life of their son Charley?
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Linda Brooks
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National Outdoor Leadership School
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NOLS
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Teton Village
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Tony Brooks
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wilderness skills
Selecting A Winter Campsite
Dijukno selecting a comfortable camp site is a useful skill for all winter campers?
Here are ten things to look for when evaluating different camping locations:
Is the site close to a water source?
Here are ten things to look for when evaluating different camping locations:
Is the site close to a water source?
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Leave No Trace
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Sunday, September 25, 2011
Leave No Trace Principles For Winter Camping
Dijukno There Are Leave No Trace Principles For Winter Camping? Leave No Trace has posted tips tailoring their principles to winter conditions.
Plan Ahead and Prepare
Know the area and what to expect; ALWAYS check avalanche and
Plan Ahead and Prepare
Know the area and what to expect; ALWAYS check avalanche and
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10 essentials
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avalanche awareness
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Leave No Trace Principles
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plan ahead and prepare
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snow camp
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winter backpacking
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winter camping
Layers Of Clothing For The Outdoors
Dijukno you can practice the leave no trace principle plan ahead and prepare by properly layering your clothing?
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Replace Space Blanket With The MSR E-Bivy
Dijukno you can replace your space blanket in your ten essentials with E-Bivy 12495? This ultra compact and lightweight bivy offers versatile
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MSR E-Bivy 12495
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Avalanche Awareness
Dijukno you should learn about avalanche's, how to survive if you are in one, and carry some gear to be rescued and or rescue others?
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avalanche awareness
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search and rescue
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snow rescue
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Storing Your Down Sleeping Bag
Dijukno it is recommended to store your down sleeping bag loosely in a breathable cotton sack for long periods of storage?
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Hiking and Mountaineering Training
Dijukno it is recommended to use a heart rate monitor when training? Train at minimum of 4 days a week keeping your calculated heart rate for
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weight loss
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Leave No Trace Principle's: Be Considerate of Other Visitors
Dijukno be considerate of other visitors is a Leave No Trace principle?
Be Considerate of Other Visitors:
All of these Leave No Trace principles have an aim of preserving the country for future visits. Being considerate of other visitors is reminding us to
Be Considerate of Other Visitors:
All of these Leave No Trace principles have an aim of preserving the country for future visits. Being considerate of other visitors is reminding us to
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Thunder and Lightening
Dijukno Lightening Causes Thunder? Thunder is the sound caused by rapidly expanding gases along a channel of lightning discharge. Energy from lightning heats the air to around 18,000 degrees Fahrenheit. This causes a
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Should You Build A Fire?
Dijukno fires, once a necessity for cooking and warmth, is steeped in history and tradition? Some people would not think of camping without a campfire. Campfire building is also an important skill for every camper, yet, the natural appearance of many areas has been degraded by the overuse of fires and an increasing demand for firewood.
The development of light weight efficient camp stoves has encouraged a shift away from the traditional fire. Stoves have become essential equipment for
The development of light weight efficient camp stoves has encouraged a shift away from the traditional fire. Stoves have become essential equipment for
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Outdoor Trip Planning
Dijukno it is extremely important to follow the advisories on
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Mt. Shasta
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plan ahead and prepare
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Leave Only Foot Prints
Dijukno rocks of all sizes and shapes near a body of water are a fishes habitat?
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Walking Sticks Or Poles For Hiking
Dijukno that if your knees hurt when you hike, a walking stick(s) or poles make a significant difference when you
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Leave Only Footprints and Take Only Photo's
Dijukno the reason for the saying "Leave only footprints and take only photo's" is because a pretty rock or a bunch of flowers deserve to remain where they are?
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Making Your Own Survival Bracelet
Dijukno you can make your own survival bracelet with just a few easy steps?
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paracord
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Trail Etiquette For Hiking With Dogs
Dijukno trail etiquette/Leave No Trace principles indicate hikers who take their dogs on the trails should have their dogs on a leash or under very strict voice command at all times?
Strict voice command means the dog immediately
Strict voice command means the dog immediately
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How To Measure Remaining Fuel In Your Canister In The Backcountry
Dijukno a method of determining the amount of fuel remaining in a fuel canister is much easier to do in the backcountry, or in your kitchen if you don't have an accurate scale at your disposal? The canisters will float upright when placed in water, and the water line will vary depending
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MSR
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MSR Stove
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Whisperlite
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Trail Etiquette - Horses On The Trail
Dijukno when meeting a horse on the trail you should get off the trail on the downhill side? Horses will tend to
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Leave No Trace Principles - Respect Wildlife
Dijukno Respect Wildlife is the 6th of 7 Leave No Trace Principles? Humans can unknowingly cause distress to animals by exhibiting the following behaviors:
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black bear
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Leave No Trace
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Leave No Trace Principles
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Respect Wildlife
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