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Dehydration is a common backcountry problem that affects children and adults alike. It can lead to fatigue, headaches, lethargy, irritability, and more serious injuries if left untreated. Your first line of defense is to keep your group hydrated by drinking...
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The thought of searching for a lost child after a backpacking, camping or hiking trip is agonizing, to say the least. But part of managing risk is confronting the potential problem and taking steps to control the outcome if it does happen. One step that...
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As we announced in the Trail Guide, we are in the process of adding to our outdoor education seminar portfolio. In the next couple of weeks we will complete production of a seminar about Geocaching with Children and we will begin production of a seminar...
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A few weekends ago, I was walking with the kids on an icy trail in Yosemite National Park. After spending most of my life hiking, walking, and playing in snow, even helping a Mountain Rescue Team gain national certification in snow and Ice rescue a couple...
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When hiking with children, a successful day begins with trail selection. By considering the scenery, distance, elevation gain, and trail conditions, you can dramatically improve the odds that your outing will be a relaxing and fun filled experience. Photo...
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A family geocaching expedition on Sacramento’s American River Trail last weekend provided the inspiration for the second Trailmix.Net online seminar titled Poison Oak, Recognition and Prevention . The objective of the seminar is to learn about Poison...
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When I talk to friends and coworkers about outdoor recreation, I have found that one of the biggest barriers to enjoying the outdoors is the fear of predators in wild places. More than half of California is mountain lion habitat and bears can be found...
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