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Big Sky & the Secret to Public Speaking

Posted onJanuary 16, 2016January 16, 2016Leave a comment

While hiking just south of Agua Dulce on the Pacific Crest Trail, I met a fellow rambler who went by the name of ‘Big Sky’. We ended up walking and chatting together for about 40 minutes. Near the end of Read More …

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      • Leave No Trace and the Extra Yard
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      • First-Aid Kit
      • Wear & Tear
      • Blisters
      • Hiking Fitness
      • Intestinal Disorders
      • Hydration
      • The Hiker’s Diet
      • Nature’s Emergencies
      • Hiking at High Altitude
      • Backpacking in Bear Country
      • Hiking in Snake Country
      • Ticks and Mosquitos
    • Hiking Abroad
      • Guided Vs Independent Trekking
      • Cultural Considerations
      • Health & Safety
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    • A Natural Progression
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    • Loading a Backpack
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    • Knots
    • How to Ford a River
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