Outdoor Activities

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How to Hike

Buy a local guidebook., Start small., Bring lots of water., Pack your backpack., Protect yourself from the sun., Wear...

15 steps 7 min Advanced
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How to Pack for a Desert Hike

Determine the type of desert you will be hiking in., Leave your itinerary with someone you trust., Find, fill, and pack...

22 steps 5 min Advanced
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How to Start Barefoot Hiking

Spend some time in your front or backyard barefoot., Try to interpret the new sensations as just that: new sensations...

8 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Plan a Backpacking Trip

Go on day hikes first, then overnight hikes., Pick a general destination for your backpacking trip., Pick a specific...

25 steps 13 min Advanced
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How to Adjust Hiking Poles

Place your hiking poles on a flat surface like a counter, so that you can easily read the measurements on the bottom...

14 steps 2 min Advanced
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How to Buy a Fishing License in Texas

Choose your fishing spot., Consider your age., Follow residency guidelines., Determine if fishing is medical therapy...

11 steps 6 min Advanced
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How to Buy a Fishing Rod

Determine the primary use of your fishing rod., Choose a reel., Choose a rod material., Set your budget., Seek out...

6 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Buy Fishing Lures

Select lures designed for the fish you most often pursue., Build a comprehensive array of lures., Talk to local...

3 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Cast Spinning Tackle

Grip the rod with your casting hand around the reel seat., Reel in until your bait is 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30...

7 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Cast a Baitcasting Reel

Reel in the line., Hold the reel properly., Turn the rod so the reel handles point up., Press the reel spool release...

13 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Cast Spincasting Tackle

Reel in the line until your bait or lure is 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 centimeters) from the rod tip., Grip the rod...

10 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Cast a Fly Fishing Rod

Load your fly rod., Grip the rod like you are shaking someone’s hand., Start your back cast., Pause when your fly line...

6 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Buy a Climbing Harness

Consider the gear you may need on your belt., Consider the type of climbing you will be doing., Try on several...

3 steps 2 min Easy
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How to Enjoy Camping

Find a great location., Decide between a remote and a full service campsite., Select a good quality tent., Pack the...

9 steps 5 min Medium
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How to Choose a Camping Trailer

Understand your recreational goals., Create a checklist of your biggest priorities in a trailer, and then take the list...

9 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Go River Camping

Decide whether you'll choose an existing campsite alongside a river or you're wanting to make out your own campsite...

13 steps 3 min Advanced

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