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Winter Backpacking Tips and Safety

Thursday, March 5th, 2009

winter_backpackingThere’s still time for some epic backpacking in the pristine mountains of the Northwest. This activity may not seem immediately appealing, but once you’re out there on a snow covered trail, the worries of the “real world” begin to disappear. It’s hard not to feel a sense of peace and clarity while trekking through a blanketed meadow sparkling with ice-crystals. The views are even more majestic as an evening sunset leaves an array of pastel colors that fill the dome view overhead. Setting up camp is the fun part as the duo or group gathers around the fire. Yes, one appreciates a good warm fire on these excursions, and just wait till your buddy busts out a hunk of salami and cheese he waited to share until the evening feast.

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