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Hi, I'm Samantha Panzera. I love taking off on adventures, traveling, and spending lots of time in the mountains. I especially love hiking, backpacking, snowboarding, and rock climbing. I started Adventure Hike Travel to help others get outside into our beautiful world. I aim to inspire, empower, and equip others to start going on their own adventures.
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25 JOHN MUIR QUOTES TO INSPIRE WANDERLUST
25 JOHN MUIR QUOTES TO INSPIRE WANDERLUST John Muir, also known as “John of the Mountains” and “Father of our National Parks,” devoted his life to the preservation of our forests, mountains, rivers and streams. We have John Muir to thank for many of the beautiful National Parks we have today. He helped influence Theodore Roosevelt and members of Congress to protect the land by creating National Parks and Monuments. Sequoia National Park, Yosemite, and many others are all protected due to his conservation efforts. Right here we have put together several of our favorite John Muir quotes to inspire your wanderlust to get outside and explore the great outdoors. “Going to the mountains is going home.” – John Muir “Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.” – John Muir “Wherever we go in the mountains, we find more than we seek.” ― John Muir “The mountains are calling and I must go.” ― John Muir “As long as I live, I’ll hear waterfalls and birds and winds sing. I’ll interpret the rocks, learn the language of flood, storm, and the avalanche. I’ll acquaint myself with the glaciers and wild gardens, and get as near the heart of the world as I can”.” ― John Muir “Walk away quietly in any direction and taste the freedom of the mountaineer. Camp out among the grasses and gentians of glacial meadows, in craggy garden nooks full of nature’s darlings.” ― John Muir
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65 Fantastic Gift Ideas for Hikers
Any hikers you need to find Christmas gifts for this year? A lot of hiking gear is pretty expensive but right here I have rounded up a list of 65 ideas that are completely affordable and the hiker in your life would absolutely love. Honest Portable Camping cookware Mess kit Folding Cookset for Hiking Backpacking 10 Piece Lightweight Durable Pot Pan Bowls Spork with Nylon Bag Outdoor Cook Equipment. Portable camping cookware mess kit. This 10 piece Lightweight outdoor cooking set would make an excellent gift for any hiker looking into getting into backpacking. Could even be used to cook a breakfast right at the trailhead. Shop Now This Comfy lightweight (17 oz) Newdora Camping Hammock is easy to carry on those hiking and backpacking adventures. There is also a cool pouch that can be used to hold your phone, sunglasses, keys, etc. This portable hammock is also extreamly durable and able to hold up to 600 (lbs) Shop Now Rite In The Rain Weatherproof Side-Spiral Notebook, 4 5/8″ x 7″, Yellow Cover, Journal Pattern (No. 393) Rite in the Rain All-Weather Side-Spiral Notebook. This weatherproof spiral notepad can survive the rain and mud making it possible to record your favorite hiking memories in the moment without fear of it getting ruined from the elements. Shop Now Rite in the Rain All-Weather Mechanical Pencil. Any pen or pencil will work with the Rite in the Rain Journal but this pencil is specially made where it can record your adventures in the rain while normal pens and pencils you can only record when the pages are dry. The Patented tip will not break, wobble, twist, or fall out when taking notes in the outdoors. Shop Now Rite in the Rain All-Weather Mechanical Pencil, Yellow Barrel, 1.1mm Black Lead (No. YE99) World’s Toughest Ultralight Survival Tent • 2 Person Mylar Emergency Shelter Tube Tent + Paracord • Year-Round All Weather Protection for Hiking, First Aid Kits, & Outdoor Survival Gear Most people that get lost in the wilderness were only planning on a day trip and are ill equiped to survive with this lightweight Emergency Thermal Tent your chances of survival would significantly go up. It is made of durable Mylar Tent holds in 90% of your body heat not to mention it is wind-resistant and watertight. Shop Now Life Bivy Emergency Sleeping Bag Thermal Bivy – This emergency sleeping bag is a great piece of survival gear that would make a fantastic gift for anyone that frequents the great outdoors. The Livee Bivy Emergency Sleeping bag also includes a nylon stuff sack and a survival whistle attached to the paracord String Shop Now Go Time Gear Life Emergency Bivy Sack – Thermal Survival Tent and Sleeping Bag Bivvy for Blanket, Shelter & Camping Use – Pack of 1 with Whistle – Orange Gloves are a must when hiking in cold weather but it is always a pain taking them off to take a picture of those gorgeous mountain views with your phone. With…
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15 Stocking Stuffers for Hikers
Any hikers you need to find Christmas gifts for this year? A lot of hiking gear is pretty expensive but right here I have rounded up a list of 15 stocking stuffer ideas that are completely affordable and the hiker in your life would absolutely love. 1. Any hiker or backpacker would love getting a Life Straw for Christmas. This is a cheap stocking stuffer that could save their life on the trail by filtering out parasites and 99.9999% of bacteria out of the water. LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness, 1 Pack, Blue LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness Award-winning LifeStraw water filter is a must-carry tool for hiking, camping, travel, and emergencies; no disaster kit is complete without it Filters up to 1000 liters of contaminated water without iodine, chlorine, or other chemicals; does not require batteries and has no moving parts Removes minimum 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria, 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites, and filters to 0.2 microns; surpasses EPA filter standards An alternative to iodine tablets and bulky purifiers, it weighs 2oz for ultralight portability, and has a high flow rate for drinking from the source Comes in a sealed bag, perfect for storing in a bugout bag or other prepper gear supply kit; measures 9 x 1 x 1 inches Shop Now 2. Another great Christmas stocking stuffer for hikers is this Stormproof Match Kit with a waterproof case. UCO Stormproof Match Kit with Waterproof Case, 25 Stormproof Matches and 3 Strikers – Orange UCO Stormproof Match Kit with Waterproof Case, 25 Stormproof Matches and 3 Strikers Includes 25 windproof and waterproof matches, 3 strikers and match case that can hold up to 40 matches Matches are easy to light, will burn up to 15 seconds each and will relight after being submerged in water Waterproof, durable ABS plastic case floats and keeps contents dry and protected; external, integrated, and replaceable striker for easy lighting Extended length of match allows for added safety to keep from burning fingertips Length of matches: 2.75 inches (7 cm); Kit weight: 1.7 oz. (48 g) Shop Now 3. All hikers and backpackers know you can never have enough rope. Rope can be incredibly useful in survival situations or just making repairs to gear, tying up your food in a tree to keep the bears away from your camp, and much more. This is a fun fashionable way they can bring along more rope on their hiking adventures. A2S Protection Paracord Bracelet K2-Peak – Survival Bracelets with Embedded Compass Whistle EDC Hiking Gear- Camping Gear Survival Gear Emergency Kit Black/Red 8.5″ A2S Paracord Bracelet K2-Peak – Survival Gear Kit with Embedded Compass, Fire Starter, Emergency Knife & Whistle – Pack of 2 – Slim Buckle Design 5-IN-1 SURVIVAL TOOL: High-Quality Compass. Flint Fire Starter. Fire Scrapper, use it also as Emergency Knife. Emergency Whistle creates noise levels of up to 100db. Comes with a useful leaflet with instructions, survival tips & ideas. SIZES THAT…
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Narada Falls (Paradise Mt. Rainier Hikes)
Narada Falls
(Paradise / Mt. Rainier Hikes) Narada Falls should be a priority stop on your way to see Mount Rainier. This stunning horsetail waterfall is only a 0.1 mile walk downhill to the viewpoint and 0.2 mile total round trip. Just an easy 5-10 minute trek for one incredible view.
Myrtle Falls & Edith Creek – Paradise Mt. Rainier
If this is your first time visiting Paradise at Mount Rainier, make sure you don’t miss Myrtle Falls and Edith Creek. This stunning waterfall and mountain creek is just an easy 0.4 mile paved trail from the Paradise Inn parking lot. Even if you have been to Mount Rainier dozens of times, this is a sight you can see over and over again yet still be awed and amazed each and every time.
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Best Hikes in Washington State: Blanca Lake
Best Hikes in Washington State: Blanca Lake Blanca Lake is one of those pinch me I must be dreaming this is too beautiful to be real lakes. Seeing that otherworldly teal lake when you crest the summit makes every step and switchback of that tough 3300 feet of elevation gain 100% worth it. With its minty green surreal color Blanca Lake is one of the most stunning lakes in the Henry M. Jackson wilderness or possibly even the whole Cascades. The Beginning half of the trail is very tough being almost all switchbacks and gaining almost 3,000 feet in less than 3 miles. The beginning is a beautiful forest with many large trees and lots of wildlife. Once you finally get to the top crest of the trail the hike becomes considerably easier. Instead of pain in each step you get to stroll along a beautiful alpine ridge with a gorgeous view of Glacier Peak on a clear sunny day. The two times that I have done this hike you could only partially see Glacier Peak through the clouds. But still very impressive. Depending on the time of year you can take a well-deserved break and munch on some wild huckleberries. There are tons growing up there along the way. The peaks surrounding Blanca Lake are Monte Cristo, Columbia, and Keyes. The runoff from the Columbia Glacier feeds into Blanca Lake through a waterfall that can be seen in the picture above. It’s the unsorted clay and rock sediment called glacial till that gives Blanca its unique ethereal minty hue. After the ridge you will begin a downward decent past Virgin Lake. When you first reach this stagnant bog of a lake do not despair, as my friend and I did the first time we went on this hike, thinking that perhaps the pictures on the internet of Blanca were just overly photoshopped beyond recognition. This swampy lake is Not Blanca. Blanca Lake lies beyond Virgin Lake as a kind couple thankfully pointed out to us. Virgin lake is made up entirely from rainfall and melting snow with no river flowing in or out. We heard several frogs croaking as we went by. You continue past Virgin Lake down about 700 feet for .5 mile over some rough terrain that you have to be extra cautious about tripping over. Then soon enough you will see Blanca Lake in her full teal glory. Victory! You made it! You can take some epic pictures at the viewpoint before continuing down to the shore of the lake. Usually other hikers are also snapping pictures away in this spot and it is easy to ask them to take a pic of you and your group of friends and vice versa. Down at the base of the lake you can just sit in awe of the stunning landscape, eat your lunch, kick back and relax. There is a good sized rock to the right of the lake that is perfect for jumping…
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Easy Backpacking Breakfast ideas: Trail Pancakes
Looking for an easy yet delicious breakfast idea for your next upcoming backpacking trip into the great outdoors? Try Trail Pancakes!
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