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Two hikers with headlamps walking on a ridge at dawn under a deep blue sky.
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Self: 19 Hiking Emergency Kit Items to Pack on Your Outdoor Adventures
The start of the fall hiking season might find you browsing AllTrails or breaking in new hiking boots
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October 4, 2022
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Female hiker with a yellow backpack looking through binoculars on a forest trail.
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Self: 37 Practical Gifts for Hikers That Go the Extra Mile
If you know someone who loves bagging peaks, can’t decide if they want to hit the Appalachian Trail or Pacific Crest Trail first, or ...
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September 13, 2022
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Woman running on a forest trail surrounded by rocks and green foliage.
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SLEF: How to Avoid Ticks When Running or Hiking Outdoors, According to Experts
Figuring out how to avoid ticks can be especially tricky for people who are exercising outdoors.
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August 14, 2022
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Group of four friends carrying camping gear and walking on a grassy field towards forest.
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The 2022 SELF Outdoor Awards
Here are 51 items to help you hike, camp, and feel a little more prepared to face the great outdoors.
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June 17, 2022
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Person with pink hair and backpack sitting beside a dog inside a cave looking at a rocky peak outside.
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SELF: 33 Practical Gifts for Hikers That Go the Extra Mile
Practical gifts for hikers that go the extra mile
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October 18, 2021
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Blue and orange hiking sock, red bandana with camping icons, and yellow outdoor journal on blue background.
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Self: 23 Helpful Gifts for Hikers, According to a Seasoned Trekker
23 Helpful Gifts for Hikers, According to a Seasoned Trekker
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September 16, 2021
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Gray sneaker with orange accents next to a National Parks playing card deck and a black hook tool on yellow background.
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Self: 35 Helpful Gifts for Hikers, According to Seasoned Trekkers
35 Helpful Gifts for Hikers, According to Seasoned Trekkers
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September 16, 2021
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Three hikers with backpacks walking on a mountain trail above the treeline in daylight.
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Self: 18 Backpacking Gear Items You Need, According to Outdoor Professionals
18 Backpacking Gear Items You Need, According to Outdoor Professionals
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September 16, 2021
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