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Virginia Hiking Guide Books – 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles

Chris — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:26:10 +0000

There are always more and more hiking guides and books coming out about different trails, parks, and regions. The state of Virginia is no different. One series of books that spans places all across the United States is the 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles set published by Menasha Ridge Press.

A couple of their books will overlaps states depending on the area that it features. For Virginia hikes, the best two to check out would be 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Richmond and 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Washington D.C..

I’ll be featuring some more hiking trail guide books for Virginia trails soon, but I wanted to put out this set now. Check them out and let us know what you think!

Navigation Tip

Chris — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 18:30:58 +0000

When you are off-trail and visibility is low, stand in one spot with a compass while your partner follows your bearing, correcting course as she goes. Before she’s out of visual range, catch up with her and repeat

Desert Travel Tip: Use Approach Shoes

Chris — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:00:20 +0000

Heavy leather boots are hot and cumbersome in canyon and desert terrain. Use approach shoes instead. They improve ankle mobility on uneven rock surfaces, helping create a better sense of balance.

Camping Tip: No more frozen water

Chris — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:58:17 +0000

To not wake up with frozen water in the winter, fill a pot three quarters full of water. Put the covered pot in a cubbyhole you’ve carved into a snow wall. Seal in the pot with snow. In the morning, the water will still be liquid