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OUTDOORS: Weekly fishing report, Feb. 2North County TimesThe trout action has continued to be good around the launch ramp, marina, Sawpit, and into Cleghorn and Miller canyons. More and more fish are also showing out by the dam. Floating baits, small trout plastics and jigs, and inflated nightcrawlers with ...and more » |
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Winter exercise: 9 tips to run withPennLive.com (blog)“There are reasons to suggest that it may be more important for us to exercise in the winter,” said Doug Miller, professor of health and exercise science at Messiah College. During the winter months there is the two months of holiday eating. |
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Winter low temperatures aren't as low as they used to beNashua TelegraphDespite the ski-killing warmth, this winter has been hard on outdoor plants, Lemire and Preston said. The lack of snow cover means soil has gotten colder than expected, which can harm fragile roots. A night that hits 20 below when we have 2 feet of ...and more » |
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SPECIAL REPORT: Eating healthy on a budgetWGMEWhether it's casting the first line of the season, perfecting your turkey call, or turning sap into syrup, Maine is known for its outdoor adventures. Doug Rafferty Discovers Maine's exciting outdoors on ... The 2012 Presidential race is expected to be ... |
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BC-Egypt UPDATE,527WGMEWhether it's casting the first line of the season, perfecting your turkey call, or turning sap into syrup, Maine is known for its outdoor adventures. Doug Rafferty Discovers Maine's exciting outdoors on ... The 2012 Presidential race is expected to be ...and more » |
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Rod and Gun Club celebrates a busy yearDelta County IndependentThe board of the Cedaredge Rod and Gun Club includes (back) Doug Scarlett, Joe Gorrod, Jason Purvis, Chuck Dalpiaz, Chuck Church, Roger Hanson and Ken Miller; and (front) David Turner, Raymond Hanson and Jan Quick. Not pictured is Todd Fairchild. |
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CBJ: Property transfersThe Daily ProgressHarris Farm LLC to Virginia Outdoors Foundation, 210.891 acres deed of gift of easement and conservation of open space. » Grisham, John R., Jr. to Virginia Outdoors Foundation, 119 acres deed of gift of easement and conservation of open space. |
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Outdoors Featured Article
What Makes a Hiking Boot Great?
02/06/12
by David D. Deprice
How to evaluate hiking boots and footwear for comfort, protection, and durability.
Choosing hiking boots and footwear is one of the most important decisions you as a hiker or camper will make. They'll either make your trip memorable or miserable. To find what's best for you, ask yourself "What type of hiking do I do?"
Day Hiking (Light-weight)- Do you usually go for short hikes for one to several hours during the week or weekend without a backpack? Then you'll want to consider these. They're lighter, flexible, and breathe better because they're usually made of fabric and split-grain leather. They're comfortable for day outings but you'll become fatigued and your feet will begin to bother you if you try to hike with a pack or for an extended trip because they aren't designed to support you like the hiking boots below.
Backpacking/Hiking (Mid-weight)- Stiffer mid-weight hiking boots provide more support and protection for shorter 2-3 day trips or even day hikes with or without a light to moderate load. If you hike for a few hours and want more support and/or up to three days on or off-trail on easy to moderate trails get a mid-weight leather backpacking boot.
Extended Backpacking (Mountaineering)- The best level of support, protection, and durability for heavier loads and longer trips, but they're also usually heavier. Supports heavy loads of approximately 40+ pounds (could vary with hiking boot). If you hike for more than three days on or off-trail with a moderate to heavy pack on demanding terrain get an extended (heavy weight) backpacking boot. If you need to attach crampons for glaciers check to make sure the boots are compatible before you buy. For cold-weather hiking it's critical to get waterproof insulated boots that breathe to keep you dry.
Full-grain leather and Nubuck suede take water repellant products well but keep in mind that they won't waterproof a hiking boot NOT designed to be waterproof in the first place. The repellant will help shed water but if you're walking through streams or deep puddles you're going to get wet.
Waterproofing
You may or may not need waterproof hiking boots. Consider the environment you usually hike in and how long your trips are. If you do a lot of short desert hiking trips you probably don't need waterproof boots. Actually in a dry environment they'll only make it harder for your feet to breathe (more numerous or heavy layers mean less breathability). Nylon mesh fabric breathes better than leather, but remember you're making tradeoffs for durability, support, and protection.
If you would like to learn more about selecting your next pair of
hiking boots and what's important regarding fit and construction click here. Or take a look at this related article to help say goodbye to blisters caused by poor quality hiking socks.
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