A Hiking guide
Be prepared for the Mountains and beyond!
01
get started
What level of hiker are you?
Determining what level of hiker you are can be an important tool when
planning future hikes. This hiking level guide will help you plan hikes according to
different hike ratings set by various websites like All Trails and Modern Hiker. What type
of hiker are you – novice, moderate, advanced moderate, expert, or expert backpacker?
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Hiking Essentials
Picking the right Hiking Gear!
The nice thing about beginning hiking is that you dont really need any
special gear, you can probably get away with things you already have.
Lets start with clothing. A typical mistake hiking beginners make is wearing jeans and
regular clothes, which will get heavy and chafe wif they get sweaty or wet.
03
where you go is the key
Understand Your Map & Timing
To start, print out the hiking guide and map. If it’s raining, throw them in
a Zip-Lock bag. Read over the guide, study the map, and have a good idea of what to
expect. I like to know what my next landmark is as I hike. For example, I’ll read the
guide and know that say, in a mile, I make a right turn at the junction..
