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Why do Hikers use Walking Sticks? (And When Should You?)

When you picture a hiker in your mind, or if you've ever drawn one, odds are you added a walking stick into his hand. If you've gone hiking though, you probably haven't used a walking stick unless...

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link to Do Boots Loosen Over Time? 5 Steps to Get the Perfect Fit

Do Boots Loosen Over Time? 5 Steps to Get the Perfect Fit

Boots are unique footwear that often hold a very specific utilitarian approach in your closet and life. Getting the fit right is important, whether they're cowboy boots, hiking boots, leather dress...

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Are Camping Trailers Worth It?

The decision to go from a tent to a camping trailer is a big one that I faced recently. I'd camped in a tent for years, but my family was outgrowing our tent and packing and unpacking everything was...

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Why Tent Camping is the Best

Tent camping can be compared to camping in a trailer or RV, camping under the stars or in a hammock, or even renting a Hotel Room or Cabin. Each one of these has its advantages and disadvantages, but...

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How to Purify Water When Camping

This isn't the stone age- you shouldn't be drinking out of ponds and puddles and trickling streams anymore. Whether you're set up in a comfy KOA with 'potable' water, or roughing it wild camping out...

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Why You Need a Raincover for Your Pack

Over many years of backpacking, I've come to count my pack cover as an essential item for several reasons. If you haven't seen one, a pack cover is a reusable nylon covering that slips over your pack...

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Hello! My name is Mike Harmer. I started Scoutorama.com back in 1996 as a place to share my love of the outdoors and youth programs with the world. The site started as a place for resources for Youth and their Leaders in scouting, but has become a hub for all things outdoors. Now I run the site with my son Jake.

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